After our home burned in Pacific Palisades January 2025 fire, we relocated to a 1960's era home in…read moreWoodland Hills, beginning our new chapter after so much loss. We hired project manager Al of Exodus Construction and Remodeling to update the original backyard pool. From day one, Al was there answering questions and adding ideas. As first time pool owners we appreciated his expertise. His timeline, explanations and regular visits were very helpful as we went through demo of pool and the cement patio. The various crews he employed for each step provided quality construction and cleaned up their worksites when completed. With Al's guidance and encouragement we felt very comfortable during the process. We decided to add a spa, resurfaced both pool and spa with micro pebbles, added pavers to the patio, and had a patio cover built. Al's project manager's assistant Eli was very helpful when Al could not be there. We highly recommend Exodus Construction. FIVE stars!!

We had a vision for our courtyard and were searching for the right contractor to bring it to life…read more After interviewing multiple contractors, it was clear that Mr. Elad Gusto from Exodus Construction and Remodeling stood out from the rest. Unlike others who simply came, took a few notes, made some measurements, and gave us vague (and often outrageous) estimates, Mr. Gusto took the time to truly listen to what we wanted. He came prepared--not only with professionalism but also with ideas, thoughtful suggestions, and a genuine desire to help us realize our vision. His communication, insight, and customer service far exceeded our expectations. What impressed us most was how upfront and honest Mr. Gusto was throughout the process. He treats his clients with care and respect, and it shows in every aspect of his work. His team was equally impressive--especially his right-hand man, Mr. Dimitrio, who was incredibly accommodating and attentive to every request. The entire crew was professional, courteous, and detail-oriented. The transformation of our courtyard speaks for itself. The before-and-after photos showcase the quality, craftsmanship, and heart Exodus puts into every project--big or small. Thanks to Mr. Gusto and his team, our once plain space is now a functional, beautiful area we're proud to share with friends, family, and neighbors. We highly recommend Exodus Construction and Remodeling under the care and supervision of Mr. Gusto. If you're looking for a team that truly values your vision and executes it with excellence--look no further

From the first conversation Jeff was responsible, honest and extremely helpful. Diagnosed the…read moreproblem, got the tub up and running in no time. Honest and ethical. Exactly what I wanted. Thanks again Jeff

Wow! I wish all contractors and repairmen were like Jeff. I have a twenty year old LA Spas hot tub…read morethat was leaking badly, the LED lights that cover most of the top of the spa and change color were not working (which ruins the ambiance), and the control panel overlay was cracked and crumbling. For a surprisingly reasonable price, Jeff fixed the leak and got the lights working again. He also found a replacement overlay for the control panel and texted me a link to buy it directly from the manufacturer, since it was easy to install. Jeff is honest, experienced and easy to work with and I highly recommend him and his company.

It has taken me MONTHS to write this, but I was waiting for our full yard and pool area to be…read morecompleted and here we are. We got quotes from several pool remodeling companies and Smart Swim came in right in the middle. We are strong believers on "you get what you pay for," and opted to go with them even though they were not the cheapest. From beginning to end, the guys at Smart Swim were easy to work with and truly wanted our project to come out great. After 30 years, it was time for our pool to have a remodel! Through the remodel, it was uncovered that we had many severe leaks, down to the rebar that needed to be fixed in some areas. Sam was great at making sure we understood the severity and that we were okay with any new costs that needed to be added. Not only did they do our pool, but also installed turf by the pool area and put pavers all around the pool and yard area. We also got the new gray gate installed from them as well, to replace the wooden fence in the yard (between the pool). **Noting that the perimeter wall/wooden top was painted black and sanded/stained by a different company. We truly appreciate their hard work and even when we had an immediate death in the family during their time working on our project, they were very respectful and gave us some space as needed. BIG THANK YOU to Shai that really has the ultimate patience and knows how to give amazing customer service!! You all are lucky to have him on your team!

I cannot say enough about Adam and his commitment to quality and his customers. He is totally…read moreresponsive and made the entire process of rebuilding my pool much easier than I thought. His attention to detail is something to behold. Five stars.

Steve helped us with a tricky issue with our pool. We had a lot of vendors ghost us or quote…read moreunreasonable prices. He collaborated with us and respected our needs and budget and was a creative thinker and strategic partner. I felt safe with him and well respected. His team was great and really easy to work with. We love our pool and all the results, I couldn't ask for a better person or company to work with us. Highly recommend!!!

Steve at Ireland Pools helped us with an urgent repair during the sale of our house. He was able to…read morework quickly to find the section of pipe that was blocked by tree roots and repair a broken pipe. The quality of work is also top-notch. His pricing is very fair. Steve's communication is great and kept us updated while my wife and I were out of town. I will definitely be using Steve and his crew at Ireland Pools for a future pool renovation project! Thanks again, Steve. You are a life saver.

If you're having a hard time deciding on who to use to refresh or rebuild your pool, stop…read morescrolling. Stanton Pools is who you should use in the SF Valley. I didn't just jump into this with them, I took probably 2 years deciding on who I should use and why. I met with general builders, discount pool builders, other pool companies and I am so happy that I did my homework. Eric and his team are AWESOME. Chad is his point guy and he's the nicest guy you'll ever meet. What they do better than the rest is LISTEN. They really take the time focusing on what you want to accomplish with your pool refresh. I had one of those 70's pools that's 8-9 feet deep. It NEVER warmed to above 80 even in the months where it's a 100 degrees out here for a month. We brought up my depth from 3 1/2 feet to 5 1/2 feet in different areas. We added an 8 foot tanning shelf with stairs. We literally went over every inch of that pool with me in it with a tape measurer just to measure where I wanted the water level in every spot. We made a million changes throughout, as he said in the beginning that we would once things started to take shape. We added the pebble finish. We added new porcelain tile. There are a million options there as well and he guides you through every choice and really has a great understanding of what your water color will end up looking like or how your coping with play with tile that you choose. He/they are way beyond just being knowledgeable. Every inch of your pool will be discussed, if you're that into it. My project took 4 weeks total to finish and came in ahead of schedule. The price I paid was EXACTLY to the penny of what my estimate was, even with the changes that we agreed upon. We took away a few things and added a few things. If I could give 10 stars I would. There isn't ONE inch of my pool that I am unsatisfied with.. Oh, and my water is already at 80 and we haven't even hit the heat of the summer here in the valley. Eric has specialist for every phase of your project and they all were amazing. Clean work, and no debris left after their processes. They were not the cheapest nor were they the most expensive. They landed right on fair. But, worth every penny. My wife and I couldn't be happier. Oh, and if they sucked, I would be the first on here screaming it. I told Eric before we started that I would be leaving an honest review and here it is. If you have any questions, you can have Eric call me and connect us and I will tell you myself. Aces.

Needed my pool resurfaced. Looked at several pool services with free estimates. Well, if Stanton…read morePools was my first estimate....I would not of looked any further! Eric Stanton sold me by his professionalism and knowledge of pools. Showed me pebble surfaces and explained the process (I wanted sparkle...so we added shell!). Lowered my deep end to 5 feet and added a Baja shelf. Pleasant and professional workers! I can't say anymore positive comments about my pool project! I use my pool everyday and love the new look! Thank you Stanton Pools! Pool project? Look no further!

I have a hot tub that I have owned since 1987. Over the years I have engaged a few different hot…read moretub repair services. Most were good , some not in regard to price and effectiveness of repairs. About 10 years ago I saw David's truck out front of a neighbor's home. I gave him a call to set up an appointment. He came over and told me exactly what the problem was, the price and when he was available. His price was competitive and lower than others I had used in the past. Over the years he has provided professional, quality and technical service. Once I had a variety of problems he walked me through which I should fix first then perhaps wait on the others. In the end he fixed it completely. He's a patient listener, kind and extremely knowledgeable due to his long years of experience. He schooled me as to which chemicals to buy to maintain my spa. I most recently saw that my spa was leaking. I called him and he came right over the next day. Of course the spa was suddenly completely dry and showed no leaks. He had me fill the tub to its proper level of water. Suddenly it started leaking. He located the problem and fixed it I very highly recommend David for any of your spa needs.

Not only was David one of the nicest guys I've talked to in a while but he's extremely…read moreknowledgeable and has my spa working and looking brand new. I bought a new spa cover and he installed it, he drained and cleaned my spa and told me I needed to change my filters and showed me which ones to get and how to do it. He never tried to upsell me on anything and was extremely fair and kind. I cannot recommend him enough and I will be using him from now on.

Great service , Fast and on Budget , No BS great…read morework...........................................................

Thank you Rodrigo. Came early Saturday morning to check my…read morejacuzzi that was not turning on. Provided great customer service and did not try to take advantage and upsell for a damaged fuse. Appreciate you for being a mensch!

Connor and Dan are fantastic!…read more No nonsense, they get in, they leave our Spa sparkling, clean, and they get out like clockwork. Highly dependable, and very reachable and helpful when we have any questions. Excellent service pricing for the level of work and professionalism they bring. Absolutely love their texting communications and the detail they provide about your pool service and condition online with personal accounts. You can actually really see and follow how they are impacting the quality of your pool and spa. And super nice guys to boot.

BEWARE! I wish I could give this business 0 stars…read more I talked to the owner in December about hiring him to clean my elderly parents pool. This was a Christmas gift for my parents. They opened it on Christmas and were so excited only to have the rug pulled out from under them. They called Clear Coast to schedule their first cleaning and no one showed up. I have now called and texted the owner several times and he doesn't even return calls. I tried to be a good son and make my parents lives easier but Clear Coast completely ruined the gift and upset my parents even more. DO NOT USE THIS BUSINESS.

Co owner Justin was competent, fast and friendly. Misty at Spa Pros is a great interface between…read moreoffice and the technician and kept me informed all the way. This is a great company to work with! Jeff S

I'm a little tardy leaving this review for Spa Pros but I wanted to let everyone know how satisfied…read moreI was with the work performed. I first spoke with Misty on the phone and told her the issue I was having with my Jacuzzi J-460 (which had been pre-diagnosed by my electrician), and she was quite lovely in describing the cost of repair. It was a failed heater pump. I also needed a drain and clean since it had been some time that I had used it due to the heater pump issue. Her quoted price was fair and was NOT elevated after the service was performed, as some companies tent to do. Justin came, on time and was scheduled, replaced the faulty part and completed a very thorough drain and clean. The unit looked like new afterwards. I am very happy that I chose Spa Pros. I recommend them and I will schedule them again to care of my Jacuzzi!

I recently switched to Castro Pool after dealing with a previous pool service that completely…read moredropped the ball. My old pool guy wasn't maintaining the pool properly, and it got to a point where it was no longer usable. Castro Pool came in and completely turned things around. They took the time to properly assess the condition, reset the system, and get everything back on track. Within a short time, the pool went from looking rough to being in amazing, crystal-clear condition again. What really stood out was their professionalism, consistency, and attention to detail. You can tell they actually care about the quality of their work and keeping the pool in top shape--not just doing a quick pass and leaving. If you're dealing with pool issues or just want reliable service, I highly recommend Castro Pool. They brought my pool back to life.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but after spending thousands on what was supposed to be a…read morestraightforward spa coping replacement, I think it's important to share my experience. The project was estimated to take about five days. Instead, it stretched to nearly three weeks because one issue after another kept coming up. What became most frustrating was that I felt like I had to constantly inspect the work and point out obvious problems as they happened. The new spa coping profile didn't match the existing pool coping, but even worse, one half of the spa coping had a different reveal than the other half (see pics), the bullnose was noticeably uneven, extensive patching was required after the initial pour, and the mastic installation had to be redone. Every time one issue was addressed, another seemed to appear. The final, and still unresolved, problem involved the three spillways between the raised spa and the pool. During the project, the Castro team unnecessarily removed and discarded original spillway stone. They installed replacement stone, but after the spa was refilled, the spillways no longer functioned as they had before the project. Because of the way the replacement stone was installed, water that previously flowed fairly evenly across all three spillways now flows almost entirely through one, with little bit in the middle one, and pretty much no flow in the third. What disappointed me most was what happened next. I wasn't asking Isidoro to immediately fix it. I simply asked him to come back, look at the spillways with me, compare them to the videos from before the project, discuss what changed, and come up with a plan to fix it. Instead, after I had already given him the final payment, he told me it would cost another $1,500 to address the issue and he was too busy immediately to come fix it. He never came to inspect the work in person and on my last phone call with him, he told me to fix it myself and literally hung up on me. I understand that construction projects don't always go perfectly. Mistakes happen. What matters is whether a contractor takes ownership of problems and works with the customer to resolve them. That didn't happen here. If the workmanship issues had been the only problem, I probably wouldn't be writing this review. It was the combination of repeated quality issues, the need to continually monitor the work myself, and the unwillingness to come back and inspect a legitimate concern after the project was completed that left me unable to recommend Castro Pool Services.