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About Our Pool Building Expertise

Creative Lifestyle Pools is Houston's top builder you can trust with the construction of your custom backyard swimming pool, spa, and outdoor living space.

We have been providing Texans in the Greater Houston areas with the pool of their dreams since 1973. ​​

We put 110% into every project we do and take pride in our reputation as honest, trustworthy professionals providing all our customers with the highest quality swimming pools that will withstand the test of time at an affordable price.

Custom Pool Builder

Our Journey as Houston's 
Premier Pool Builders

Jim Monkemeier is the owner and operator of Creative Lifestyle Pools, headquartered in Cypress, TX. Jim was trained in custom swimming pools and holds a mechanical and industrial engineering degree as well as a master designer of pools. He also has a background in swimming, which together led to a marriage of several disciplines to create a successful business.​

 

When it comes to providing expert custom swimming pools services, nothing takes the place of experience. Jim began working in custom swimming pools 50+ years ago and started Creative Lifestyle Pools in 1973.

One of Creative Lifestyle Pools’ goals is to provide their Harris County clients with professional, high quality, and affordable services. People often choose Creative Lifestyle Pools for custom swimming pool design and installation, because of their ozone water purification system which results in pool water so clean it is drinkable.

 

Jim has been a leader in the research and development of ozone for swimming pools and drinking water over the past 25 years.

 

Remember to inquire about the benefits of alkaline versus acidic water for the benefit of your health, safety and the longevity of your investment. These treatments also eliminate staining. The result, one of the most innovative and successful custom swimming pool companies in the Houston area!

Your Dream Pool Awaits:
Custom Pool Building Experts

Why Choose Us for Your
Pool Construction?

Pools builders often say they build the best quality swimming pools – however we can back it up!

  • We’ve been Houston’s Eco-Friendly Pool Builder since 1973!

  • Your family’s health is important to us and that’s why our pool water so pure it’s safe to drink!

 

  • We provide a Lifetime Structural Warranty that is also transferrable.

 

  • The water in our pools is so crystal clear that you can’t even see where the surface begins.

 

  • We build custom gunite pools that last our customers a lifetime.

 

  • We work side by side with you to capture the backyard paradise of your dreams!

  • Jim the owner, designer and builder listens intently to your ideas to ensure they create your perfect pool.

 

  • Attention to detail and commitment to our client’s 100% satisfaction has earned us a spotless record for over 50 years.

 

  • We guarantee you will join our family of satisfied customers.

Custom Swimming Pools

Dedicated to Quality and Customer Satisfaction:
Trusted by Hundreds of Homeowners

We take pride in our reputation as a leading custom pool builder.

A high percentage of our business comes from repeat customers and referrals.

The pool is great and no problems in 20 years.

 

He’s always available.

- James G.

I would hire him again and have twice so far.​

- Emil S.

We are 100% complete now and the pool and surrounding deck are beautiful. Every thing is work as planned. It has been a pleasure to work with Jim Monkemeier and Creative Lifestyle Pools.

 

Jim worked very close with my wife and I to assure that we ended up with the features and design we wanted. I'm very impressed with the crews he uses from the bobcat operator down to the guys finishing the pool and deck, they are all artist in my opinion. 

 

Jim is very easy to work with and very responsive to phone calls, emails and texts.​

I will be recommending Creative Lifestyle Pools to our friends. Thanks again.

- Charles D., Cypress, TX

Excellently well. He did everything he promised to do. I have recommended him to my friends and colleagues. Very mild mannered and personable contractor.

- Charles O. 

Jim’s a good guy and the pool is beautiful. If any questions or issues arise, he’s a phone call away.

- Mitch C.

I was pretty darned impressed with them. If I have a question even now, 3 years later, he’ll get back to me.

- Ross G.

Jim Monkemeier and his company Creative Lifestyle Pools are top-notch in the industry. Jims’ attention to detail and design for his customer is beyond expectations. 

He said we would be swimming in thirty days, and we were! 

 

All his crews were experienced, well-mannered and professional in their workmanship. Our property was always kept clean. 

 

The self-cleaning ozone pool that Jim installed for us is very easy to maintain. Quality does not come cheap; however, it was worth every penny we spent, and we now have a WOW backyard!

— Mr. & Mrs. M., Missouri City, TX

Creative Lifestyle Pools promised a complete pool in 6 weeks, and I was swimming in my new pool in 4 weeks. I am so thankful I selected Creative Lifestyle Pools as my pool builder.

- Lynn A., Richmond, TX

He is easy to get ahold of and they were able to do the job in a timely manner.

- Alan S.

Great experience with Creative Lifestyle pools. Jim builds a very quality pool in a great timeframe. Most importantly, he fixed any issues we had along the way and was very responsive. 

 

He's a very hardworking and honest person. We really appreciate that he answers our calls anytime we have an issue and is responsive long after the pool is done. 

Great company and definitely recommend. 

 

We LOVE our pool so much!!!!!  It is low maintenance and we LOVE it. 

Amazing family memories.

- Carolyn D.

Great customer service.

- Christian B.

Jim the owner was fabulous with helping with the design of the pool and was always very responsive when we had questions and still is even though the construction of the pool is finished. Unfortunately the weather didn't always on our side, but the pool got done in a timely manner!

I would definitely use Creative Lifestyle Pools again.

- Toni H.

Jim was there every step of the way. He started by explaining the engineering of pool construction and introduced me to an ozone pool. He assisted with getting the paperwork to my HOA and even finding me a lender.

 

Construction began 8/6 and we were swimming by Labor Day. I know that the recent hot dry weather helped the construction schedule, but Jim managed the project well too.

I was very concerned about a grapefruit tree near the construction area and came home one day to find the workers watering it for me!

 

Jim was very responsive with questions, texts and calls. This is what an A contractor looks like!

- Janelle K., Richmond, TX

We love our ozone pool. Thank you for providing such a valuable technology so we can swim in fresh pure water without all those chemicals. 

 

Your expertise in design created a paradise for us in our own backyard. We are extremely happy with our pool. 

 

I wish all businesses would treat their customers as you do and I will recommend you to all my friends and associates.

— Mr. & Mrs. D., Houston, TX

Jim did a wonderful job! So very pleased with our new pool.

We especially love his attentiveness, always available to answer questions.

Very good experience.

- Tucker W.

Jim Monkemeier is very knowledgeable and professional. Great experience, looking forward to jump into my new Ozone Pool!!!

- Fernando A., Richmond, TX

This company worked on the new build of this house for pool and water filtration. It is a whole house filtration and ozone system with a pressure boost pump.

 

Because of this unique system our house has high water pressure which is a delight with a hot shower. We were able to contact this company for help with the intricacies of this very specific home filtration system.

 

Jim and his employees evaluated the system at different times. They worked hard at resetting the system and optimizing it.They thoroughly explained the details of the system. They were responsive when an issue arose unexpectedly.

 

This is a creative whole house water filtration product that while unique is a delight to have. All of our guests immediately remark about the noticeable pressure and clean water difference compared to their homes. When visiting family members elsewhere, we immediately miss our pressure system. An additional safety of water filtration with high pressure for the entire house.

 

Thanks, Jim for coming to our aid.

- Dirk R.

Absolutely amazing customer service and the work is stunning.​

- Tabatha L.

Crafting Custom Pools with Precision:
Our Quality Guarantee

Our unique Structural Lifetime Transferable Warranty assures a long-lasting relationship with each of our customers long after our pools have become part of their family.

Give us a call to expand your lifestyle with a new custom pool, barbecue, spa, or hot tub.

 

Creative Lifestyle Pools is the custom pool builder you can trust for a lifetime.

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