Let me set the stage: I bought a shiny new construction home in 2021 with a pool that was installed…read moreby a local Pool & Spa company (name redacted to protect the lazy). I'm not a full-time resident -- just a part-time pool guy living that part-time beach life. But even part-time residents deserve full-time water circulation, right? So every year, I call the original installer to open and close my pool. And every year, it's like asking a teenager to do chores -- they either ghost me completely or give me the "we're busy with real customers" brush-off. Which is wild, because I've literally paid them every year, which feels like it should count for something -- if not respect, at least a returned call? Anyway, fast-forward to this year -- Year Four of the Pool Neglect Games. My pump started sounding like a chainsaw being tortured. I'm pretty sure the neighbors were close to calling the HOA or an exorcist. I emailed the original pool company: crickets. Called them: voicemail. Still nothing. So now I've got a dead pump, a murky future, and a wife I just told, "Get ready to bucket-bail this pool for the next two weeks." But then... enter Eric, stage left. (Cue spotlight and heroic music.) At 7:30 AM, I left a voicemail for Aquarius Pools & Spas, and by 7:45, I got a text from Eric like some kind of Pool Whisperer. He said he'd call by 9:30. Guess what? He actually did -- like, on time -- like a grown adult who respects other people's time. I know. Shocking. I gave him the lowdown, sent pics of the setup, and he quoted me a price that didn't make me want to fake my own death to get out of paying it. Then he said the magic words: "I can be there today." I almost cried. This man showed up, mid-day, replaced my pump like an absolute legend, and had my pool up and running same day -- all while the other company was probably still warming up to check their voicemail. Eric is the pool repair ninja I didn't know I needed but now cannot live without. And let's be real, I work in Customer Experience for a living -- I literally get paid to find out why companies suck and fix it. So when someone actually delivers top-tier service without the usual drama, it deserves more than five stars. It deserves a skywriter, a parade, and maybe a statue. So to sum it up: Eric, you crushed it. You turned what could've been a chlorine-scented nightmare into a same-day solution. You've earned my business and my local referrals -- and if you're reading this and need a pool hero, call Aquarius Pools & Spas and ask for Eric. Tell him the guy with the haunted pump sent you. P.S. My wife didn't have to skim bugs with a pasta strainer. She thanks you too.

We have been with Aquarius Pools and Spas for a few years now. The owner Eric is extremely…read moretrustworthy and honest. Pools and hot tubs are not cheap to maintain, but Aquarius's prices are very fair, and for the excellent service we continuously receive, it is well worth it. We previously had another company maintain our pool and hot tub. They touted themselves as the largest pool maintenance company on the OBX. Their technicians were Not trained properly and were told to watch you tube videos to learn the trade! Aquarius is responsive, caring and has well trained employees. You will be very happy with them.

I totally do not recommend this company, if they hire people like Brandon R. Extremely rude,…read moreunprofessional and not committed. If the company can not keep the initiation appointment imagine what would happen if I hired them, I guess I will be chasing them to finish the Job. I called to complain but the lady who answered the phone said she is just answering the phone, and she cannot do anything except apologizing. The Number I called is 252 297 8900 I was scheduled for free estimates today at 9.30 AM with Tech Brandon R. then I got a text he will be coming at 10 AM then at around 10 AM he called and made a lame excuse that he went to the wrong address, and he is about an hour away from me, and it will take him an hour to get to my place. I asked what time he would come he said around 1PM so one hour turned to be 3 hours. Then he said he will give me an estimate without seeing my project and why I am not so happy it is free estimates.

I highly recommend Ace Handyman Services Outer Banks. They responded to my request within a couple…read moreof hours, providing an accurate quote. The technician Jim Kelly showed up on time, was courteous, and professional. The job was completed to our satisfaction. From bid to completion took 48 hours - very speedy.

Exceptional work & service. Quick responses to questions, did the job right the first time. Highly…read morerecommend. Resonable prices. One of the best in the area.

Nemo and his assistant were responsive, charged a fair cost for installing a new gutter with leaf…read morescreens, and was courteous. I wish these men a great future in their business!

Horrible business practice. Tells you he will be there, then doesn't show, but leaves you a text…read moremessage with an estimate.

Very professional and responsive, with clean results. I would highly recommend for your pool and…read morespa cleaning needs.

We hired Delvale's Services to help get our backyard ready for an upcoming Memorial Day weekend…read moreget-together with family and friends, and I couldn't be more thankful. Rocky did an amazing job upgrading our outdoor cooking area -- he installed new edging, laid fresh rock and pavers, and really brought the whole space together. He was professional, on time, and worked hard to get everything done before the holiday. Highly recommend if you're looking for quality work in the OBX area!

Rocky is the best contractor we have found in the OBX. He has helped with many landscaping jobs. He…read morehas also fixed a number of plumbing issues from a broken water heater to a leaking kitchen sink. He responds quickly, works hard and is a nice person. I am so grateful he was recommended to us!!

We selected Atlantic Household Repair after reviewing estimates from 3 other contractors. Brian…read morewas prompt and easy to communicate with. He provided a competitive, complete estimate to paint our home exterior. We decided to go with Atlantic Household and we are delighted with the results. We couldn't be more pleased with the overall quality and first-rate attention to detail - they did not cut any corners and our home looks fantastic!. I highly recommend Atlantic Household repair.

We have been using Grounds Pro for the past 4 years and could not be happier with their service. We…read morehave a 10 zone sprinkler system which we had no idea how to work or maintain when we bought our property over 4 years ago. Grounds Pro sent a crew out to inspect the system (we have a well for our sprinkler system) and "educate us" on the system. The gentlemen who are the face of Grounds Pro could not be nicer, patient or more knowledgeable. The crew just left this morning after getting our system up and running for the '23 season after being winterized (they do that too). At the end of last season we were having problems with a zone that was "pulsing". They promised to address at reopening, which they did. These workers spend a couple of hours working on getting our pump primed and checking all zones. They did not leave until everything was is perfect working order!!! I can't say enough good things about them. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! Also the lady that answers the office phones is the sweetest. ** If you have a sprinkler system and want a reliable company taking care of you, call Grounds Pro, they will treat you like family.

Found Ground Pros when we purchased our home in 2012. Started with irrigation issues then expanded…read moreto landscaping, lawn and lighting as well as all the maintenance for our property! They even helped us to locate a contractor to replace a failing fence/bulkhead during the pandemic. Awesome customer service, will go the extra mile to support homeowners and very responsive which can be challenging in the OBX. If you need help/advice with an overwhelming yard, Ground Pros is the one company to call! 12 years later and the outside of our house is the one thing we never fret over!!!

We highly recommend Shore Contractors NC for any remodeling or construction needs. They have been…read moreprofessional from the start. Glen offers free estimates that are written! His work is backed by a written contract. Details matter with Glen and Shore Contractors. When issues arise due to structural matters, Glen works the problem and offers quality solutions. All of this comes with competitive pricing that is fair and known from the beginning. No surprises at the end of the job. Just a quality job, well done.