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address: "Escondido, California 92029, United States"
latitude: 33.0895
longitude: -117.1128
phone: "(760) 815-3961"
website: http://www.questarpools.com
rating: 5
review_count: 23
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# Questar Pools

Original Houzz profile: [Questar Pools](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/questar-pools-pfvwus-pf~2047154826)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Swimming Pool Builders
- **Location:** Escondido, CA
- **Serves:** San Diego, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, La Costa, Encinitas, Poway, Solana Beach, Valley Center, Del Mar, Hidden Meadows, Fairbanks Ranch, Rancho Santa Fe, San Pasqual, Hidden Trails, Cardiff By The Sea, Del Mar Heights San Diego, International, Ranch Santa Fe
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (23 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2018), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 5 Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves

A family's dream of owning a backyard environment should be a pleasant experience, un-encumbered by the worries of its technical details, design limitations, construction standards or its expected life span for repair or replacement. We take the worries out of your decision to own a pool.

All Questar projects have one mark of distinction: they compliment a home's architecture and conform to its natural environment. We have built a reputation on this fact and have been recognized locally, nationally and internationally because of it. Our commitment to innovative design, long-lasting quality materials, and sound construction practices have earned us the highest honors in the industry. Your family deserves nothing less.

When you install a Questar environment, you also become an important member of the family of satisfied Questar owners. We value your trust, confidence, and happiness.

### Services Provided

- Swimming Pool Design
- Infinity Pools
- Vanishing Edge Pools

### Areas Served

- San Diego
- Oceanside
- Escondido
- Carlsbad
- Vista
- San Marcos
- La Costa
- Encinitas
- Poway
- Solana Beach
- Valley Center
- Del Mar
- Hidden Meadows
- Fairbanks Ranch
- Rancho Santa Fe
- San Pasqual
- Hidden Trails
- Cardiff By The Sea
- Del Mar Heights San Diego
- International
- Ranch Santa Fe

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Questar Pools |
| Address | Escondido, California 92029, United States |
| Phone | (760) 815-3961 |
| Website | http://www.questarpools.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 94 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Questar-Pools-Skip-Phillips-145628975500840/
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/skip-phillips-366867b/
- Blog — http://www.questarpools.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Questar Pools](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/questar-pools-pfvwus-pf~2047154826)
- **Website:** http://www.questarpools.com
- **Phone:** (760) 815-3961

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2018), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [Texas Association of Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/texas-association-of-builders-pfvwus-pf~2014183583)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 23 reviews**

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Ronald Wilson Architects, Oct. 2017**

> Skip and I have worked together on a variety of commercial and residential projects. He is the best in the business.

**★★★★★ — Dean Meredith Architecture, Oct. 2017**

> As an architect, I can really appreciate the creativity and innate talent of Skip Phillips. I have used Skip many times on my projects, and his design vision is unequaled by anyone. Water is his palette, and imagination is his paintbrush. Skip and Questar Pools is always my first choice for my clients.

**★★★★★ — Erik Borgeson, Sept. 2017**

> Questar pools, and specifically Skip Phillips, designed the backyard pool for my previous residence.  Skips professionalism and design vision were more than I could have ever hoped for.  He was able to easily communicate his vision for our yard - explaining important concepts to us such as water levels, color and reflections, prime sitting areas, water flow rates, etc...  As a novice, this information was extremely helpful.
> Most importantly, the end result was a beautiful pool/spa/BBQ that we enjoyed for many years.  When we later listed our home for sale we had multiple buyers - all of which talked about how beautiful our backyard was.
> I would highly recommend using Questar pools for any of your yard/pool/spa design needs.

**★★★★★ — Teresa and Bob Salkin, Aug. 2017**

> In 2000 we decided to build a pool, interviewed Skip of Questar and went with another company. Big mistake!  Construction was not fun, our water feature wall leaked and the pool company went out of business. Fast forward 17 years: we again called Skip and he agreed to help redesign the project. Skip is a gifted designer: he knows pools inside and out having built them for over 35 years; he is calm, organized, listens to his clients and advises when it's really important. In our case, Skip was willing to help put contractors together with us and walk us through every step of the way. This process, the design and outcome, has been a real joy. We're so happy we had a chance to make up for our first mistake! No one is finer in this industry than Skip Phillips.

**★★★★★ — Cameron Tapp, Aug. 2017**

> Working with Skip and his staff is always a pleasure.  They are professional and extremely knowledgeable on all topics related to water features.  I would not hesitate to use Skip and team for all my future projects.

**★★★★★ — Chuck Woolstenhulme, Aug. 2017**

> I have worked with Skip and Questar Pools on a number of projects dating back to 2001, and have always been impressed by the vision and originality that Skip brings to his designs.  Beyond the design aspect, Skip is always eager to identify the latest innovations in materials and equipment to provide his customers with a truly outstanding finished product.

**★★★★★ — ecocentrix landscape architecture, Aug. 2017**

> As owner of a Landscape Architecture firm, I have been working with Questar Pools for over a decade on the pools/spas/waterfeatures we've collaboratively designed for our custom residential Clients.   We've never dreamed so big as when we've worked with Skip and Greg, both helping us to manifest the "unreal" and "intangible" in our design-work.  Our Clients are thrilled with the results of our combined efforts, as we are - when able to deliver Luxury High-end results to all.
>
> What is particularly comforting to our Clients is that they know that they not only can trust in the competency of the hydraulics engineering by Questar Pools above any other, but that they also will have a designed system that when competitively bid by selected builders will be "apples to apples" leaving nothing for interpretation.
>
> We look forward to a great many more successful project outcomes!
>
> John Feldman - Principal
> Ecocentrix Landscape Architecture

**★★★★★ — Joan Roca, Aug. 2017**

> Skip is a Master in design of any kind of Water Shapes. His work is outstanding. He has a high level of detail in his work.

**★★★★★ — tom schoendienst, Aug. 2017**

> Looking back on my career, Skip has not only pushed the envelope but managed the product performance with clients expectations. Always a professional, Skip brings a refreshing and unique view to even the smallest of detail. . . It’s a pleasure working with skip.

**★★★★★ — Rock Solid Tile, Inc., Aug. 2017**

> I have worked with Skip Phillips on numerous projects over the years. In addition to being the icon in our industry that he is, his talent, creativity, foresight and gentle soul are just a few of the things for me that make Mr. Phillips such a pleasure to be associated with.

**★★★★★ — Bryon Cook, Aug. 2017**

> Skip designed an amazing pool on a very challenging lot.  He was able to take my requests and turn it into my dream pool while helping to educate me on the design choices as we went.  He is the most knowledgeable pool designer in the business (my family was in the pool industry for over 10 years).  His technical knowledge, evaluation of my lot, and considerations to ensure the pool is structurally sound is unparalleled.  Not only does he understand the intricate engineering required to develop a vanishing edge pool design, he was able to provide aesthetic recommendations that I didn't even consider which raised the bar on this project.  He was also able to help me coordinate the pool builder and aid in the material selection for the pool.  I had discussed the project with several pool designers and no one came close to Skip's ability to develop my dream pool.  It is well worth the money to get your pool professionally designed by Skip.

**★★★★★ — River Pools, Aug. 2017**

> Skip is not only among the most influential watershape designers in the world, he's also a wonderful human being.  Rarely have I found one who is so willing to share his skills, knowledge, and gifts for the benefit of others.  Skip and the entire team at Questar Pools set the standard in the industry for quality, professionalism, and artisanship.  If you are a homeowner looking for a cutting edge design, look no further.  If you are a pool builder in need of assistance developing plans for a project, as I was, you will not only walk away with an incredibly detailed set of plans, but also with a capacity to perform at a higher level.

## Selected projects

- [Other Pools](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/other-pools-pj-vj~1783713)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [Canadian Pools](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/canadian-pools-pj-vj~2627433)
  - Location: Escondido, CA
  - Photos: 12
- [U.S. Pools](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/u-s-pools-pj-vj~2654908)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 55

[See all 3 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/questar-pools-pfvwus-pf~2047154826)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*