Why Small Businesses Matter in Darien: Swimm Pools

Why Small Businesses Matter

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Why Small Businesses Matter puts a spotlight on the local merchants who donate their time, talent, goods, and services for the betterment of our community. The shop local movement spreads virally as local businesses who are “tagged” have the opportunity to share their story!

You're IT Swimm Pools!

Three questions with Nicole Pleasants, manager of Swimm Pools.

Why did you start your business?

Mark Swimm, (yes, his last name is really Swimm), began his career in the pool business by taking a summer job between high school and college with a local pool company. He quickly recognized the growing need for pool maintenance professionals in the area and took the opportunity to launch his own company, initially servicing the pools of friends parents and grew by word of mouth.

Best-selling product/service?

Our best-selling service is the Flat Rate pool maintenance plan that we offer. 90% of our customers opt for this plan because of the convenience and lack of effort needed on their part. You pay one flat rate fee for the season and it includes all of your regular maintenance needs; summarizing, portable vacuum service, weekly vacuum service, chemicals, service calls, winterizing and winter maintenance. Our customers love this plan because they get to enjoy their pool while we take care of the maintenance.

Our best-selling product from our Showroom would hands-down be the SunnyLife and FunBoy pool floats that we carry. Some of the most popular floats include the SunnyLife Lie-on Lobster float and the FunBoy inflatable yacht, however, we do well with all of their products. We pride ourselves in carrying unique, high-quality inflatables, so you are sure to find the latest and greatest here at Swimm.

How many local businesses do you use to support your business (products and services) and can you name them?

We have been fortunate enough to pair with many great local businesses over the years. Here are a few;

Michael Josephs Catering

Warrington Homes, LLC

Pecora Brothers, Inc.

Cole Harris Associates

Eppy Tech

Summit Electrical & Communication Contractors, LLC

Pronto Plumbing

Northeast Decking

GA Landscaping

We also do a lot of work with local Real Estate agents, home inspectors and support many local organizations such as the Darien Nature Center and The Depot - Darien Youth Center.

Swimm Pools is located at 512 Post Road, Darien. Visit Swimm Pools online here.

Swimm Pools tags Michael Josephs Catering!