--- title: "Catalina Pools — Swimming Pool Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/catalina-pools-pfvwus-pf~1041823780 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1041823780.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Catalina Pools" category: ["Swimming Pool Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a1039ae705cd0405_1838-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454, United States" latitude: 36.8282 longitude: -76.0237 phone: "(757) 404-1642" website: http://www.catalina-pools.com/home.html rating: 5 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 19 last_updated: 2026-08-13 --- # Catalina Pools Original Houzz profile: [Catalina Pools](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/catalina-pools-pfvwus-pf~1041823780) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Swimming Pool Builders - **Location:** Virginia Beach, VA - **Serves:** Virginia Beach, Norfolk - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves Give your aging pool a makeover with a deck-to-drain facelift. Whether your focus is to beautify or to modernize, your pool's future is limitless with Catalina Pools! ### Services Provided - Swimming Pool Design - Pool Deck Design & Construction ### Areas Served - Virginia Beach - Norfolk ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Catalina Pools | | Address | Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454, United States | | Phone | (757) 404-1642 | | Website | http://www.catalina-pools.com/home.html | | Followers on Houzz | 19 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://www.catalina-pools.com/home.html ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Catalina Pools](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/catalina-pools-pfvwus-pf~1041823780) - **Website:** http://www.catalina-pools.com/home.html - **Phone:** (757) 404-1642 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2016 & 2017 - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews** ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2017** > We had major damage to our 8 year old fiberglass pool after flooding rains from TS Hermine and Hurricane Matthew. The original fill around the pool was done with sand. Once the massive amounts of rain infiltrated the sand, it liquified and shifted causing the pool sides to bulge and also broke the supply line fittings. We were not sure the pool could be repaired. We contacted Mike at Catalina and he very quickly came up with a well thought out plan for the major repairs that included removal of conrete decking, excavation of old fill, use of gravel for a stable fill material, new piping, new concrete, and a drainage system. Mike was very easy to work with and did a great job of keeping us informed at every step and was very willing to discuss the state of the art repair techniques he used and to incorporate things we wanted to add. Mike and his crew always kept us appraised of the schedule and were careful to be as unobtrusive as possible to the surrounding landscape. The project came in on time and under budget. Mike believes in getting the job done right. We are looking forward to using our 'new' pool for many years to come. Thanks for a job well done! **★★★★★ — rcs0400, Sept. 2016** > With the recent weather that brought over 10 inches of rain in a 48 hour period, our pool liner began to float. I called Mike based on a referral and he came out the same day! No one else that I called could even come close to his responsiveness, and professionalism. He fixed what looked like a disaster, in a little over an hour. Thank you, Mike! **★★★★★ — jherron32, Feb. 2016** > Michael Gray, of Catalina Pools replaced our pool steps and provided a new liner. The pool was installed originally in 1986. Due to a leak @ the steps; our water bill was outrageous the past several years. Michael estimated the job, we signed a contract, and he completed the job in a very reasonable time frame. I was shocked when I saw how poorly the original steps were supported and back filled. Michael's company installed the new steps and back filled with concrete first then crushed stone. An elephant could now walk down these steps. > > After the steps were completed; they installed a new vinyl liner, and repaired the sinking pavers that were the result of the leaking steps. We had Michael return at the end of the season to apply the pool cover and winterize the pump and filter system. Prior to Catalina Pools, we dealt with four other pool and replacement liner companies. None of those other so called pool experts could even come close to the Quality, Experience, Craftsmanship, and Price of Michael Gray's Catalina Pools. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND Catalina Pools to deal with any and all pool needs. We will never call anyone else. > > Jim Herron, (Virginia Beach) **★★★★★ — stotlar, Jan. 2016** > Thank you Catalina Pools for an excellent job repairing my pool! They were knowledgeable, easy to work with and quick in getting the repair done. I would highly recommend... **★★★★★ — Classic Designs Builders Inc, Jan. 2016** > As a Custom Home Builder we emphasize on attention to detail. When Catalina Pools was building our pool, they definitely placed a close attention to detail and scheduling. They provides a high level of personal attention to every step of construction process. I would rate Catalina Pools the highest level of honesty and integrity as well as one of the best Pool Builders in the industry. **★★★★★ — enrique21, Dec. 2015** > Mike and his crew did a great job installing our new cover and relocating all of our pool equipment to a remote location on the side of our home. Any questions we have had have been answered in a timely manner. I would have no hesitation recommending his company. **★★★★★ — jepashby, Dec. 2015** > We had the pleasure of working with Mike for our pool reno. He did a liner replacement, converted our pool to a salt water system, and installed a safety cover. He did a fantastic job! The pool had a much needed update and we were very pleased with his work and timeliness. He also was very patient answering our many questions since we are brand new pool owners. Catalina Pools had fair prices considering the quality of their work and I would recommend them to anyone needing pool services in the Tidewater area! **★★★★★ — gshine1, Dec. 2015** > Mike is extremely professional. He backs up his work and follows through to completion. I would not hesitate to use him again. The task was anew liner, pool repair, system overhaul and everything was competed to schedule within budget. **★★★★★ — Freddie Myers, Dec. 2015** > Catalina Pools is the most professional pool companies I have had the pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend using them for all of your pool needs. ## Selected projects - [Paver Pool Deck and Stone Sheer Descent](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paver-pool-deck-and-stone-sheer-descent-pj-vj~1466589) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 6 - [Travertine Pool Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/travertine-pool-deck-pj-vj~1464384) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 3 - [Pool Deforestation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-deforestation-pj-vj~1471953) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 1 - [Pool Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-renovation-pj-vj~1965148) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 3 - [Sheer Descent Rainfall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sheer-descent-rainfall-pj-vj~1466653) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 2 - [Terraced Retaining Walls and Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/terraced-retaining-walls-and-fireplace-pj-vj~1965130) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 2 - [Pool liner replacement](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-liner-replacement-pj-vj~1471375) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 5 - [Rudee Inlet New Pool Construction and Retaining Wall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rudee-inlet-new-pool-construction-and-retaining-wall-pj-vj~1471320) - Location: Virginia Beach, VA - Photos: 11 [See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/catalina-pools-pfvwus-pf~1041823780) ## Community Q&A **Q: can you tell me the name of the pool liner and company?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Tri-City Vinyl--Aquarius --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*