The Pool Store

The Pool Store T he Pool Store is where you can find swimming pools and all your pool supplies. The store itself has had several owners throughout the years while being in continuous operation since 1971, making it the oldest fullservice pool store in Floyd County. The company grew to its current state via the entrepreneurial dreams of its founders, Tom Fox and Dave Ficquette, both of whom began their careers in the pool industry with Leslie’s Pool Supplies, one of the largest pool suppliers in the U.S., many years before coming to Rome in 2000. I joined the team in May of 2010 and have had the privilege of being a part of The Pool Store ever since. Between the three of us, we have over 70 years of pool professional experience, most of that expertise belonging to Dave.

Being part of this organization has been one of the greatest opportunities of my professional career. I take joy in the fact that we are such a close-knit team with a staff that feels more like family than co-workers. In fact, a great many of our customers just assume we are family. It gives real meaning to the saying, “Not all family is blood.” As part of the business landscape in Rome, we have had the pleasure of not only being Rome’s go-to pool place but also being part of several of our community’s events and organizations. These include the Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreational Department, Relay for Life, the YMCA, Mercy Senior Care, and Toys for Tots, and we are strong supporters of Rome’s Masonic and Shriners’ clubs. The list goes on, as giving back to the community that supports us is one of the cornerstones of our business practices. We are truly grateful for these opportunities when they arise.

your pool is completed promptly, correctly, and precisely to your satisfaction. And we will always be nearby to answer your questions, provide expert pool service, and be the swimming pool professionals you can rely on.

We also know that understanding the products you use to maintain your pool is paramount to keeping it clean and protecting it through the years. We carry professional brands of pool products you can rely on. Our customers agree that they see better results using full-concentration chemicals and high-quality tools.

There is an unwritten saying in the swimming pool industry: “Once you’re in, there’s no getting out.” While some may view this as having a negative connotation, I don’t foresee any of us getting out anytime soon simply because we love serving both our customers and our community. Whether it’s a first-time pool owner or one of our many repeat customers who have owned a pool so long their great-great-grandkids are learning to swim in it, we want to be a part of your swimming pool experience.

We know that a swimming pool is a lot of work, but owning one is worth the investment and time. Our goal is to make the demands of pool ownership easier for you. Whether you need a one-time repair, weekly cleaning service throughout the year, products and supplies, or are just getting started adding a pool of your own to your backyard, we can help.

Whether you intend to build a new swimming pool or would like to upgrade an existing one, we promise to provide quality work, strong customer service, and the full breadth of our experience. We can help you design a project that is as simple or as complex as you envision, taking into consideration all pertinent factors such as the site, the budget, and of course, any city or county guidelines that need to be taken into account. Ensuring our customers’ satisfaction is key, so we take the time to walk each customer through the process, making sure any questions are answered before, during, and after completion of the project.

Backed by years of hands-on experience in the poolbuilding industry, we stay with you every step of the way to monitor the pool construction process and ensure that In addition, our staff is specialized. We are pool professionals, not sales associates. Rely on us to answer your questions and advise you on products and pool care. We offer free in-store water testing with step-by-step chemical application instructions and year-round pool care to make your life easier.

Our service team is fast, efficient, and on time. We are knowledgeable and conscientious when it comes to the needs of our customers and pride ourselves on the level of care we provide, which is evident by the number of repeat customers and referrals we receive. Regardless of what the question may be, feel free to reach out to us and give us the opportunity to earn your loyalty as well. The only thing stronger than our chlorine is our love for our customers!