Why Choose Us

Why Choose Us

A Six-Figure Project Should Feel Predictable

Homeowners do not fear the pool. They fear the process: surprise costs, delays, vague communication, and a contractor who disappears after getting paid. Our structure is designed to reduce uncertainty and protect the homeowner.

Since 1976Family-owned and operated in Lafayette
Scope-FirstAccurate planning before production begins
Full-ServiceInstall + service + retail water care support
AccountableWe support customers after completion

The Real Difference Is Structure

The best projects feel calm because the scope is clear, the timeline is structured, and communication is consistent. We build around predictable outcomes: documented scope, milestone billing, change order controls, and long-term support.

Trust, Not Hype

We Design the Process to Reduce Stress

Most homeowner frustration comes from uncertainty. When a project is not scoped correctly, problems are discovered late, costs rise, and timelines slip. Our approach reduces uncertainty early, so the homeowner does not get trapped in ambiguity.

Risk Reduction Built In

We use scope documentation, milestone billing, and change order controls so the project does not drift and the homeowner does not get blindsided.

  • Clear scope before work begins
  • Milestone payments tied to progress
  • Changes documented and approved
When expectations are written and payments match progress, the project stays calm.

Accountability After Installation

Some companies can bid low because they do not have to support what they build. If they never service the project, incentives can be misaligned. We have in-house service and local retail support, so we stay accountable long after completion.

  • Service department support
  • Retail water care and ownership help
  • Established local presence since 1976
A builder who will be servicing it later plans differently up front.

Strategic Differentiators That Protect the Homeowner

These are structural differences that reduce risk and create a more predictable outcome.

In-House Design vs Outsourced

Planning stays connected to execution so decisions match site realities, schedules, and buildability.

  • Fewer handoffs, fewer surprises
  • Better buildability and sequencing
  • One accountable team driving the result

Dedicated Project Management

Defined oversight and milestone sequencing so you always know what’s next.

  • Milestone sequencing
  • Documented change orders
  • Clear communication path

Licensed & Insured

Compliance and insurance protect homeowners from financial exposure on a major investment.

  • Inspection-ready standards
  • Professional documentation
  • Qualified partners and standards

Structured Payment Milestones

Payments align to real production phases, supported by defined scope and written change orders.

  • Deposit + milestone schedule
  • Transparency through documentation
  • Changes approved and recorded
This prevents scope drift and keeps expectations aligned.

Scope-First Planning (How Homeowners Avoid “Low-Bid” Traps)

A bid can look attractive up front but still be incomplete. When a builder does not evaluate the whole project, the homeowner pays later through change orders, delays, or compromised quality. We scope the project to reduce surprises and protect the homeowner.

We Scope the Entire Project, Not Just the Pool

A “pool price” is not a complete plan. A real plan accounts for access, utilities, equipment requirements, elevations and drainage, and the production sequence needed to deliver a predictable outcome.

  • More accurate budget and timeline expectations
  • Fewer surprises that create delays
  • Fewer change orders caused by missed planning

Why Underbidding Happens

Some companies can bid low because they do not have to support what they build. If they never service the project, incentives can be misaligned. With decades in business, we’ve seen homeowners get taken advantage of by incomplete scope and “cheap up front” bids.

  • Low scope upfront becomes higher cost later
  • Homeowner absorbs risk through ambiguity
  • No long-term accountability structure
We operate differently: we support customers long after completion through service and retail water care.
The goal is not the lowest number. The goal is the most predictable outcome.

Compare Structure, Not Promises

You’re not just buying a pool. You’re choosing the company structure behind the result.

Aquarius / Burton Approach
Typical Builder Model
Scope-first planning
We scope the project to reduce surprises and protect the homeowner.
Bid is often based on partial scope with details added later.
Milestone billing
Payments match real production progress and documentation.
Vague invoices or open-ended billing increases uncertainty.
In-house service + retail support
Ongoing help after completion for ownership and water care.
Service is outsourced or not available after the build.
Local accountability
Family-owned since 1976 with established local presence.
Shorter-term footprint and limited long-term follow-through.

Note: A low number is not the same as a complete plan. The most expensive outcome is a project scoped incorrectly.

Trust & Proof

We’ve served Lafayette and Northern Indiana for decades. Our business is built around long-term relationships and ongoing support — from the first conversation to water care after installation.

Local & Established
Since
Family-owned and operated since 1976.
Address
523 South Earl Ave, Lafayette, IN 47904
Phone
(765) 447-7982
Hours
Mon–Fri: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sat: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sun: Closed
Full support from purchase to water care: sales, planning, installation, service, and in-store ownership support.
Questions to Ask Any Builder
If a company won’t answer these clearly, that’s your signal.
  • Who scopes the job? Will they evaluate the whole project or just give a base number?
  • How do payments work? Are payments tied to milestones with documented scope and changes?
  • Who supports you after completion? Do they have in-house service and a local place you can go?
If you want a predictable experience, choose a company built for long-term support — not just installation.

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