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address: "Boise, Idaho 83705, United States"
latitude: 43.5851
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rating: 5
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# Universal Pools, LLC

Original Houzz profile: [Universal Pools, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/universal-pools-llc-pfvwus-pf~93841249)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Swimming Pool Builders
- **Location:** Boise, ID
- **Serves:** Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Kuna, Garden City, Magic Valley
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 25 Ideabook Saves

Universal Pools is the premier pool building company serving the Treasure Valley.  We build custom swimming pools, outdoor kitchens, pool decks and more.

Scott Pahl has been intimately involved in several hundred pool construction projects from design, construction and completion.
Scott, one of the most experienced persons in the pool industry in Southwest Idaho, has been building swimming pools for well over 30 years.  He has personally performed all aspects of pool construction, specializing in hydraulics and electrical designs, concrete and soils.  Scott began building pools “May 1st, 1979” starting with vinyl liner pools.  “Although I got my start building vinyl pools, I was also able to help on the Gunite/Shotcrete pool construction.  I was so amazed with the whole Gunite/Shotcrete process,  I realized what I wanted to be when I grew up.”  He has also installed many one piece fiberglass pools.  

We don't want to be Idaho's premier pool company, we want to be YOUR premier pool company! Give us a call today!

### Services Provided

- Swimming Pool Construction
- Swimming Pool Design
- Pool Deck Design & Construction
- Pool Remodeling
- Electric Pool Cover Installation
- Hardscaping
- Outdoor Kitchens
- Pergola Building
- Swimming Pool Remodeling

### Areas Served

- Boise
- Meridian
- Eagle
- Kuna
- Garden City
- Magic Valley

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Universal Pools, LLC |
| Address | Boise, Idaho 83705, United States |
| Phone | (208) 559-5852 |
| Website | http://www.universalpools-idaho.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 10 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Universal Pools, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/universal-pools-llc-pfvwus-pf~93841249)
- **Website:** http://www.universalpools-idaho.com/
- **Phone:** (208) 559-5852

## Credentials

**Affiliations**
- [Pool & Hot Tub Alliance](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/pool-and-hot-tub-alliance-pfvwus-pf~881802885)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Karen Givens, April 2018**

> Start, Middle, and End!  They did it all!  Scott & Cary Pahl were wonderful to work with!  They started by assisting us with the planning of our pool to maximize the other uses of our yard and began excavation soon after.  They are reliable, and hardworking people and completed the project on schedule!  Over the years Scott & Cary have helped us add a heater and have been maintaining our pool ever since.  I highly recommend Universal Pools for their experience and expertise!

**★★★★★ — Andrew Archuleta, March 2018**

> Built an inground swimming pool, performed excavation, plumbing, electrical, concrete and finish work.  All inspections passed and commented on the quality and keeping the detail work impeccable.

**★★★★★ — Chandise Mangum, March 2018**

> Universal Pools did a fantastic job on our swimming pool. They did exactly what they said they would do with no surprises or additional costs. They were very informative and professional through the whole process. We could not be happier with how our pool came out. We are excited about all the wonderful memories we will make in our new beautiful in-ground pool!

**★★★★★ — David & Vilma Shuttleworth, March 2018**

> Scott Pahl designed and built our amazing and beautiful swimming pool for us in 2016.  Scott presented his ideas and listened to ours throughout the entire process from the pool design to working with our landscaper to ensure a successful completion of our pool and yard areas.  Even after the completion, he was available to us for any questions we had.  Scott's and Cary's professional experience and communication made the process flow smoothly and on schedule.
>
> We love our pool and highly recommend Universal Pools!

**★★★★★ — Mike Baughman, March 2018**

> We used Universal Pools to design and build our pool and in-ground hot tub.  Scott and Cary were great to work with.  A great mix of fun and professionalism.  They were able to create a wonderful family pool and hot tub complete with Safety Covers.  Price is very reasonable, and project was done in a timely manner.  Do not hesitate, these guys are the best.

**★★★★★ — M V, March 2018**

> Universal Pools, LLC did an amazing job on our swimming pool.  They were very friendly, knowledgeable and extremely helpful from beginning to end.  They assisted us in our design and were attentive to all our requests.  They are informative and have excellent communication.  They always completed every task by the deadlines and were always available to answer my questions even after the pool was completed. I love my pool!!! I would absolutely recommend them to my family members and friends.

## Selected projects

- [Swimming Pools](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/swimming-pools-pj-vj~2954128)
  - Location: Boise, ID
  - Photos: 7
- [Patios](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/patios-pj-vj~2976994)
  - Location: Boise, ID
  - Photos: 3

[See all 2 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/universal-pools-llc-pfvwus-pf~93841249)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-24.*