Honored Again: Aqua Pool & Patio Ranked #9 in the Nation for 2026!

We’re honored to once again be recognized among the nation’s best.

Aqua Pool & Patio has been officially ranked as the #9 Pool Builder in the USA in the 2026 PSN/Hayward Top 50 Builders rankings by Pool & Spa News.

Year after year, this recognition inspires us to continue raising the bar in craftsmanship, innovation, and customer service. We are especially proud to maintain our standing as the top-ranked pool building company in Connecticut and all of New England.

“Once again we have been honored to be included in the Pool & Spa News Top 50 pool builders in North America. When I look at this list, I am humbled to be included; we are a small company relative to most but we have a team of some of the best craftsmen who take great pride in their work. I thank all of our staff, from office to construction staff to mechanic, for making us such a great company.” -Mike Giannamore, Owner

Thank You to Our Aqua Pool Family

We are incredibly grateful to our talented team, our trusted partners, and our loyal clients who make achievements like this possible.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. We look forward to creating even more extraordinary outdoor spaces together!

What Goes into a Top 50 Ranking?

Being named a top builder by Pool & Spa News, the premier trade publication for our industry, is no small feat. They look far beyond just the size of a business, utilizing a comprehensive scoring system based on five critical pillars:

• Residential Construction Revenue: Solid financial performance and steady project delivery.
• Employee Training & Retention: Investing heavily in our people so they can deliver the safest, highest-quality builds.
• Industry & Community Involvement: Active leadership within professional organizations.
• Philanthropy: Giving back to the local communities that have supported us for decades.
• Web & Social Presence: Creating an engaging, transparent digital footprint to stay connected with our clients.

These criteria recognize the many elements that contribute to a company’s true success—not just in the eyes of the industry, but among our customers and community as a whole.

Want to see the full list of this year’s winners? Check out the official 2026 PSN/Hayward Top 50 Builders announcement.