Our pool pump was fitted with a rebuilt motor shortly after purchase eleven years ago. In the last few months the motor began making more and more noise; it was clear that the motor would need replacement soon. Our electric bill was increasing each month as well. A search of the Internet made the case for a variable speed/variable flow pool pump, so we went to Yelp.com to find a highly recommended pool professional. After we got three proposals from high rated Yelp pool pros, I called one more - Freestyle Pools - and was introduced to Nick. Nick completely explained our options and provided us with a written proposal within minutes. We liked his prices and called him to see when he could install. He said he had the pump in stock and could install it that afternoon and haul away the old equipment. A lot of firms send a tech; I especially liked it that Nick would do the work himself. As promised, Nick arrived on time and surveyed the pool equipment. I suspected that there might be a need to upgrade more than the pump. The cramped way our pool equipment had been arranged left no room to install the new pump securely (see the BEFORE PICTURES with pool piping on a cinder block and the motor hanging off the slab). Nick would need to relocate the pool filter to the rear of the slab for the pump to line up on the concrete, and after some discussion I asked about a new one. Nick said if I bought a pump, filter and chlorine generator, Pentair would extend their warranty for all three pieces for (3) years. It made sense. Nick arrived at our home at 2:15PM, and - not counting a quick trip for parts - worked continuously until 7:30PM. If you look at the AFTER pictures, you'll see that Nick truly is an artist! He managed to line up the new pump on the concrete, facilitated by a new filter taking up less space to the rear, and the new configuration works like a champ, doesn't leak a drop, and is very quiet. I like watching someone work who know what he is doing, and Nick certainly knows pool equipment and operations! We were so impressed by Freestyle Pools that we even decided to try Freestyle as our weekly pool maintenance choice, leaving a pool service we have been using for a number of years! We are not folks given to whimsical changes, but our change was demanded by Nick's outstanding efforts to go "above and beyond" to satisfy our pool needs. We certainly are proud to recommend Freestyle!! read more

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Called company went through a lengthy questionnaire and then after giving all my information I was told that he spoke to Nicolas and they are not taking on new jobs. Why not say this from the beginning. read more

Kept me on the phone for 5-mintes and demanded my contact information only to tell me they don't service hot tubs. Don't advertise a service you don't actually offer! read more

Our 10 year old pool heater (Mastertemp 400) finally stopped working, and I contacted Freestyle Pools via Yelp to see what my options were. Nick said in his experience after that period of time, they are just due for replacement (which matched what I figured - I'd already replaced a few of the components myself, but it seemed like a losing proposition to keep doing that!). He promptly sent over a very reasonable estimate for a new one, and we agreed to install the day after next. Everything was via text (which is fantastic, since it's WAY easier for me to text than deal with a phone call, and it's faster than email), with Nick giving me a heads up on the day of install when he was on his way, with a picture of the brand new heater he was bringing over. The estimate was for 2 hours to install, but Nick and Frank had it installed and everything cleaned up after only about an hour. Really friendly guys, great price, and good communication. I will totally use Freestyle Pools when something else breaks. :-) read more

We were in the middle of escrow trying to sell the property and it happened to line up with the COVID-19 pandemic and Nick was great. We needed the pool to be inspected and after 8 other companies telling me no, he said he could do it as long as it was safe for everyone involved. Nick took all the precautions regarding to the virus and was able to get us the report we needed in a very difficult time. I would highly recommend Nick for any pool services in the San Diego area. read more

Nick is a life saver. As part of my home rehab to put it on the market I had to overhaul the pool and spa equipment. I called a few companies and they seemed clueless or wanted to charge crazy money. Nick fixed things (go figure) and only used new parts when necessary. Everything works perfectly and the pool has never looked better. The words that come immediately to mind are total integrity. Five stars and then some. read more

Nick was a great communicator and set us up with an automated system at great value. He was reliable, on time, and all around easy to deal with. Even after the installation of the equipment, Nick came to tune the new system a few times until I was completely satisfied. Thanks Nick for your help this summer! read more

Nick is the best! We upgraded our pump, added a heat pump, converted to saline, and added an IntelliCenter. Oh and we needed it to be done in time for a party! Nick worked his tail off and worked long hours to make sure it was done. We love our pool now! He is super easy to communicate with and is upfront about everything. We will definitely be doing more business with Freestyle Pools. read more

We discovered a leak in our pool heater on Saturday morning. That same day Nick came out to diagnose and repair the problem. He even alerted us to other issues with our setup with zero pressure or hassle. He is fair, honest, and reliable. I cannot recommend him enough. read more

About 3 years ago, Freestyle Pools installed a new pump and filter for our pool. Just past out warranty, we had a power outage and afterwards the pump was throwing an error. I called Freestyle again, and the next day, they were onsite to evaluate the issue. Nick was able to resolve the issue in short work, and didn't even charge us for a service call. Now that, is service. Highly recommended based on two interactions. read more

I used Nick and Freestyle pools to replace a jacuzzi pump that had been broken for a few years. He quoted me a price that he honored even after some challenges with the electric panel. Nick and his father were very nice, trustworthy, communicative, and quick. I will definitely call them again the next time I need repair work done on my pool. read more

I am a first time pool owner after a recent home purchase. Nick did a phenomenal job teaching me how everything worked and provides weekly pool service. Recently discovered a crack in the pool which caused some water loss. He came out to evaluate, diagnose and then fix the issue. Nick provides a quality service at a reasonable cost and goes out of his way to ensure everything is working well. I highly recommend anyone with a pool choose Freestyle Pools for their service. read more

Had Nick come out to replace a temperature sensor for the water. Nick was easy to contact and schedule, offering us a number of convenient times he could come. He showed up on time, was polite, professional and friendly, replaced the sensor as well as the air sensor, and even found an errant wire that needed removing. He also helped us troubleshoot an issue with our spa jets. The price he quoted was the price we paid. Freestyle Pools is now our go to company for any pool repair issues we may have. read more

I can't even begin to describe how professional and efficient Nick is. He is extremely organized, proactive, and digitally savvy with handling quotes and with follow up. I had my new pump installed the next business day and he followed up with an email with all of the details for getting the rebate and the parameters for the pump operation. Nick previously fixed our old pool heater as well. Same professional experience. I would give an extra star just for his work productivity and customer management skills. 6 STAR SERVICE. read more

Recently moved into a rental that included a hot tub that hadn't been used for 2+ years, found Nick through a handy yelp search and was delighted when he immediately answered his phone . Nick was super kind and helpful in answering all of my questions over the phone, and even walking me through how to set up the hot tub! I called him 8:30 am on a Sunday, and he picked up right away - in fact he answered his phone every time I called with questions . In the end , our hot tub needs repairs - to which Nick was kind to refer a trusted repair man . Looking forward to having Nick clean it up, once it's in working order . Thanks again for all of your help, and professionalism Nick! read more

Tried to make an appointment for a simple pool maintenance chore. Didn't hear back. Called company again, didn't hear back again. After 3 weeks of hearing nothing, I took my business elsewhere. read more

This is the first home I've owned with a pool. Nick and his father have done an excellent job not only caring for our pool, but also educating us on pool maintenance. They're very honest about features that would help or would just be a waste of money. I highly recommend these guys. They're dependable in case of emergencies and flexible in their schedule if you need the pool cleaned right before a party. read more

Nick & Frank run a fantastic family business. I was able to get a service call right away. They gave a thorough assessment of my hot tub heater, my pool lights, and determined the source of several rust spots. They started compiling repair estimates right away. They try to keep costs low but maintain high quality service and parts. I feel confident that Freestyle pools has my best interests in mind. Small, local, family business is the way to go! Nick & Frank are honest guys with great integrity. They actually took the time to explain my situation & work out a plan that enables me to maintain my system in good working order. They didn't try to sell me on a bunch of stuff I don't need; So refreshing! There's no corporate guy trying to push a sale on you here!! We are first time pool owners & we will definitely call on them in the future! read more

Nick came out to do a deep clean of our hot mess of a spa. We had him do the same service 2 years ago and when it was time to do it again, I knew there was no question we would be using Nick and Freestyle again. They are so flexible, friendly, trustworthy, knowledgeable, hard working, and just all around great people. Our spa looks brand new and it was an extremely painless and speedy process. If you need a pool/spa cleaning don't look any further. You won't regret going with Freestyle Pools! Thanks Nick:) read more

We had a horrible experience with our former pool guy. The pool was falling apart fast and algae started to grow. I called Nick and Frank and they were here the next day! Long story short, they are honest, trustworthy, and fair! I couldn't be happier with their skills and customer service. And my pool has NEVER looked better. Customer for life. Thank you guys. John read more

Highly, highly recommend Freestyle Pools for all your needs! As new pool owners we did not have a clue how any of the old equipment worked. Nick was kind enough to first walk us through how everything worked, and then make very reasonable recommendations on different upgrades we could make to reduce our energy bills. Aside from his clear expertise, he is just a genuinely nice person and someone we felt we could immediately trust. He installed a more energy efficient pump for us and we are so happy with the results! Thank you, Nick! read more

Nick and the guys at Freestyle Pools have not only been thorough in their work, as you'd expect from such a company, but their ability to consistently handle business details with the upmost professionalism and understanding gives them 5 stars! The price is right, the service is excellent, and you should definitely give them a call and try them out! read more

These guys are awesome, period. First of all, they are a father-son business, and I love family businesses. All of my interactions with other pool companies in San Diego have been "less than ideal" to put it mildly. They were very responsive throughout all of the pre-sales process and they fully educated me on how far pool maintenance technology has come since I was a kid. He showed up on-time for our initial appointment, and once I accepted his bid, he was there the next day and finished the project within an afternoon and early evening. I wanted to get a heater for our pool, since I figured out that even in our warm climate, it takes a long time for our pool to be a comfortable temperature, and I don't see the point of having a pool if you can only use it for about 3-4 months a year. They replaced my antiquated 3/4 HP single-speed motor, mechanical timer system, and DE filter with a smart easy-touch system that can be completely controlled via smart phone or PC/Mac app, a Clean and Clear filter that can be taken apart and washed myself (no backwashing with DE!), and an energy-efficient variable-speed motor that changes circulation speed based on demand (heating vs. non-heating). So far the results are awesome. We have ~15,000 gallon pool, and the heater warmed it from 68 to 80 deg in less than 6 hours while the outside temp was around 60 deg - much faster than expected. Granted, I have no idea how much gas we used to warm it, or how much it will take to keep it warmed, but with this kind of luxury you just have try it, see how high your bill is, and adjust accordingly. Nick seems to have genuine passion and love what he does and he's not afraid to nerd-out with you if you want to know all of the technical details of the system you're getting. I'm a scientist / engineer, so of course I wanted to know everything. I'm not going to say the system was cheap, but it was competitive with other quotes I had gotten. Furthermore, if I'm getting good service and have confidence that the company will be there when something goes wrong, I don't mind paying a bit more. read more

Nick and Frank have been taking care of our pool since we bought our home just under 2 years ago. Not only do they provide unmatched service and maintenance but Nick is also a Pentair dealer who really knows his products. Thanks guys! read more

Nick solved a 20 year problem. After countless companies failed to stop the seepage of DE into our spa, Nick immediately identified the problem. His prices are fair, his work ethic is outstanding. And he goes the extra mile working to your schedule and not his. We finally found our go-to guy. read more

Nick from freestyle pools was fantastic. We had him install a gas pool heater. He was very responsive and was able to complete the work within a few days of issuing the PO. He also did a fantastic job with the installation. Highly recommend this vendor for all your pool equipment needs! read more

I'd been more or less (as it turns out, less) taking care of my pool for the 7 years since it was built. Algae got out of control. Reviews had me calling Freestyle (plus, I really like the name). Nick was so amazing and enthusiastic on the phone. He was that and more when we met. And Frank is certainly his father...Both professional, polite and personable. It's like I have the new pool I started out with. Jeremy comes every other week. He is thorough, to be sure. My pool is sparkling. Thank you, Team Freestyle!!! read more

I have used Freestyle Pool Services in my Property Management business for nearly 10 years and have found them to be very reliable and service oriented. They are extremely knowledgeable in all things pool-related and pro-active in keeping the pools they service in top shape. They are quick to respond to requests and return phone calls in a timely manner. This is a company that cares about its clients and that is reflected in the quality of service they provide.I would highly recommend Freestyle Pools to anyone considering engaging a pool service, whether for a residential or commercial property. Fiona, Property Manager read more

Excellent service Very responsive to fixing problems with equipment etc Reliable honest and do a great job. My pool looks great Thanks Frank and Nick read more

We were struggling to get our pool back in shape for the summer but was reluctant to find just anyone. We have heard some negative stories from friends using other pool services. After digging around, this company really stood out from the crowd and have a litany of positive recommendations. I decided to call them up and am extremely happy I did. They were very responsive and quickly scheduled a time to come check out our pool. I would highly recommend them. read more

If you need ANY work on done on your pool, call Nick @ Freestyle. He is a true professional who will handle your issues quickly, efficiently and at a great price. We've been using Freestyle for well over a year to service our pool and hot tub at a small condominium complex. Nick has done an outstanding job doing weekly maintenance and proactively identifying issues that are in need of repair. We've used him to re-plumb our entire pump room, install auto fill lines on the pool, and repair/replace pumps, media etc. All his work is quick, clean, and courteous. Nick is also great at communication and always available for questions, issues, etc. We couldn't be happier with the choice to switch to Freestyle. read more

I'm so glad that I found Nick and Freestyle Pools....I regularly clean and balance my own pool, but needed a pump replaced (after it started sounding like a rattly air conditioning unit), and Nick was on it within days, giving me lots of info and options that led me to replace my 1HP WhisperFlo with a variable speed Pentair, saving me tons on my electric bill. He promptly installed it and set up the programmable schedule, so that I didn't have to do anything. He trained me how to use it, and even gave me lots of feedback regarding other questions I had about my lights, electrical connections, plaster, algae and my filtration system. Nick is super responsive, professional and very personable...I highly recommend Nick and Freestyle Pools! read more

Nic and His dad Frank are fantastic, I had a problem with my heater, which needed to replaced, they provided options, and provided outstanding customer service, and follow up, will definitely use them if I have any other issues with my pool or equipment. read more

We have owned our house for 15 years and have 3 children. We have used at least 5 different pool cleaning companies before we found Nick and Freestyle Pools. There was a time a few years ago when I didn't even feel safe allowing my kids to go swimming. Nick has done a great job for the last 18 months and we will continue to use Freestyle Pools. read more

Nick and Frank are a great team. Nick quoted replacing a spa light, pool light, and intalling a new heater. He priced the lights lower than my other 2 quotes and did not leave it open ended (the other quote said if electrician takes longer you have to pay more $/hr). They actually had some challenges with the pool light and it took a little longer than planned but they stuck with the quote. That is service. The installation of the heater could have been quicker but Nick and Frank wanted to do it a way that it would not impact the performance of the A/C which was near the same location. It took a little longer but it was what they knew was right. With Freestyle pools you are going to get integrity, experience, honesty, and 2 really nice guys to work with. I highly recommend them. Oh, btw, the quote came in on a Tuesday and they came out that Saturday. Frank was supposed to leave at noon for a family event and stayed longer to make sure Nick was a point that he could finish the job himself (and did). They could have easily delayed this job for a few days but did not. Glad I went with Freestyle. read more

My mother asked me to post this review regarding the service she receives from Freestyle Pools. This husband and wife team have been working hard and successfully to restore and maintain her pool in excellent condition. Highly recommended! read more

Very professional, communicative, responsive. I purchased a house with a pool and I know nothing about pool maintenance, so I am happy to have these guys handling my business. read more

Nick and Frank are both very experienced and knowledgable. Nick has spent time in person and via FaceTime educating me and my husband about our quite complicated pool system. He is very responsive whenever I have a question, and always enthusiastic about helping out. read more

Nick and his father were reasonably priced and very efficient. Although quoted 2 hours, they were done in nearly half the time. Nick put up with all of my questions and in the end he couldn't have been more pleasant and knowledgeable. While I don't expect the pool pump that they installed to kink out any time soon, I would definitely call them again! read more

Very pleased with the service provided by Nick! I needed a replacement pump for my spa, and he and his assistant Sebastian came out promptly to install a new one. They had to alter some of the piping into and out of my filter and heater, but all was included in the price he quoted me. Great job, no leaks, helpful in answering all my questions. Honest guy who runs his own business and deserves success. read more