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3 R Pools

Swimming pool contractor · Ann Arbor, MI · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%79+43.1Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%18+1.3Craft & service penalty89−1.1Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 33 swimming pool installation servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 63%
4.8 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · 5 photos
80%five-star reviews
4.80★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

3 R Pools at a glance

Google reviewers rate 3 R Pools 4.8 out of 5 based on 30 reviews, highlighting the staff's friendliness, knowledge, and helpfulness. Customers frequently mention the convenience of the location, reasonable pricing, and the company's ability to provide quick solutions for pool supplies and water testing. While most feedback is positive, one reviewer noted a need for phone communication to resolve an undisclosed extra fee during a service visit. The owner has not replied to any reviews.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 30 reviews (80% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 30 Google reviews (21 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 1, 2026.
  • Service: Swimming Pool serving Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.

Score profile vs other swimming pool installation services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction79Reliability91Craft & service89Value87Momentum100Replies to reviews18Satisfaction: 79 (median 79)Reliability: 91 (median 72)Craft & service: 89 (median 78)Value: 87 (median 89)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 18 (median 48)
3 R PoolsSwimming Pool Installation Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.3 R Pools: 79/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
79
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.3 R Pools: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 72.A
91
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.3 R Pools: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 78.A
89
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.3 R Pools: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
87
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.3 R Pools: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.3 R Pools: 18/100 on this factor. Category median: 48.F
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Star ratings

30 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2480%
  • 4 stars517%
  • 3 stars13%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 21 written reviews

  • Praise31100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1445%
  • Would recommend413%
  • Quality & results310%
  • Speed & response310%
  • Honesty & trust310%
  • Communication26%
  • Price & value26%

What customers talk about

We read 21 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The staff is always so friendly, helpful, and welcoming.”
  • “I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great service and people who genuinely care about their customers!”
  • “My family has been coming to this place for years, and I’ve always had a great experience.”
  • “They’re quick to answer any questions and make the whole process easy.”
  • “I love the gals that work at the store, very pleasant , knowledgeable and honest .”
  • “…process from picking out our pool design, all the added options, the communication during the entire process, the installation, etc.…”
  • “And their prices seem to be the most reasonable too”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

Chris7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Professional & friendly. Everything you could want when dealing with a business. Love our pool! Jim and and his staff are the best!

Customer photo from Chris's reviewCustomer photo from Chris's review
josh1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

My family has been coming to this place for years, and I’ve always had a great experience. The staff is always so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. They’re quick to answer any questions and make the whole process easy. It’s also very convenient, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back. I highly recommend this…

Joe1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

3R is always so helpful and very knowledgeable. The ladies in the store know what they are talking about and always give me the best advice! I recommend 3r pools to everyone I know with a pool!

Abbie1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

My family has been coming here for years they are so helpful and always have what I need! My family comes in here every week and whether we need pool supplies or water testing they always have the best advice! I would recommend to anyone!

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenance
chris10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★

Opened the pool and did a good job. I had to talk twice on the phone to get an undisclosed extra fee removed but eventually they agreed to do so. Good customer service in the end

ChelseaLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Our preferred pool store in Howell. Always very helpful with what our water needs when we cant figure it out ourselves. And their prices seem to be the most reasonable too

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 30 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Chris Gronow7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Professional & friendly. Everything you could want when dealing with a business. Love our pool! Jim and and his staff are the best!

josh kemf1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews josh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My family has been coming to this place for years, and I’ve always had a great experience. The staff is always so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. They’re quick to answer any questions and make the whole process easy. It’s also very convenient, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great service and people who genuinely care about their customers!

Joe1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

3R is always so helpful and very knowledgeable. The ladies in the store know what they are talking about and always give me the best advice! I recommend 3r pools to everyone I know with a pool!

Abbie Welch1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Abbie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My family has been coming here for years they are so helpful and always have what I need! My family comes in here every week and whether we need pool supplies or water testing they always have the best advice! I would recommend to anyone!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance
chris shiemke10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Opened the pool and did a good job. I had to talk twice on the phone to get an undisclosed extra fee removed but eventually they agreed to do so. Good customer service in the end

Chelsea EngelLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chelsea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our preferred pool store in Howell. Always very helpful with what our water needs when we cant figure it out ourselves. And their prices seem to be the most reasonable too

eric frantti3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Top notch service!

Thomas CollinsLocal Guide · 141 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Thomas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The people there are always very helpful. They never try to sell us anything that we don't need like other pool stores. Always happy and friendly service.

PamelaLocal Guide · 76 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Pamela has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I love the gals that work at the store, very pleasant , knowledgeable and honest . Very helpful ,Very!!!

Kristy NelsonLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kristy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We love 3R pools. They are always so sweet, so helpful, & knowledgeable. They test my pool water every time I take it in & tell me exactly what to add & how to add it.

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