About Tame The Water in Athens, AL

Built on Craftsmanship and Over 18 Years in North Alabama

Tame The Water is a pool construction company serving Athens and communities throughout North Alabama, founded by Joe and Steven over 18 years ago. What began as a shared vision to build quality pools in this region has grown into a business known for putting craftsmanship ahead of volume. Joe and Steven deliberately focus on pool construction rather than expanding into high-volume service work, which allows them to stay involved in each project from planning through completion.

You'll notice the difference in how your project is handled. Instead of rushing through builds to maximize numbers, Tame The Water dedicates time to each installation, ensuring every detail meets their standards before moving forward. This approach means you work with a team that prioritizes getting your pool right over getting to the next job quickly.

Honest communication shapes every phase of your project. Joe and Steven believe in transparency—explaining what's involved in your pool build, why certain construction methods work best for your property, and what to expect at each stage. You won't encounter surprises or industry jargon meant to obscure the process. Instead, you'll receive straightforward information that helps you make informed decisions about your backyard investment.

Customer education is central to how Tame The Water operates. Whether you're comparing fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl liner options, the team takes time to walk you through the advantages and considerations of each material, how they perform in North Alabama's climate, and what maintenance looks like over the years. This guidance ensures you understand not just what you're getting, but why it's the right fit for how you'll use your pool.



Reach out to Tame The Water to discuss your backyard vision and learn how their construction approach can bring it to life.

With more than 18 years serving Athens and surrounding areas, Tame The Water has worked with residential properties across a wide range of settings—from established neighborhoods to newly developed communities. This experience has given Joe and Steven familiarity with the soil conditions, terrain variations, and site challenges common to North Alabama, which directly affects how they plan excavation, drainage, and pool placement on your property.

The company constructs pools using three primary methods: fiberglass, concrete, and vinyl liner. Fiberglass pools offer a smooth finish and faster installation timeline, which works well for homeowners looking to complete their project within a condensed schedule. Concrete pools provide the most design flexibility, allowing for custom shapes, depths, and integrated features like tanning ledges or beach entries. Vinyl liner pools deliver a cost-effective option with a softer surface, ideal for families prioritizing comfort and budget considerations. Tame The Water's experience across all three types means they can match the construction method to your specific goals, site conditions, and long-term use plans.

Local roots run deep for this Athens-based business. Joe and Steven understand the residential communities they serve because they've been part of them for nearly two decades. This familiarity translates into practical recommendations—knowing which pool designs work best for typical lot sizes in the area, how to navigate local permitting requirements, and which features homeowners in North Alabama tend to value most once their pool is complete.

Reliability and Long-Term Satisfaction Guide Every Build

When you work with Tame The Water, you're partnering with a team that measures success by how well your pool serves you years after installation. Reliability means showing up when scheduled, completing work according to the agreed timeline, and standing behind the quality of the build. Craftsmanship means paying attention to the details that affect how your pool functions and looks—proper grading to prevent water issues, precise plumbing installation to avoid future leaks, and finishing work that holds up to North Alabama's seasonal temperature swings.

Over 18 years building pools in Athens and throughout North Alabama

Owner-involved construction—Joe and Steven stay engaged with every project

Experience with fiberglass, concrete, and vinyl liner pool installation

Focused exclusively on pool construction, not high-volume service work

Transparent communication and customer education throughout the build process

If you're ready to explore what a custom pool could look like in your backyard, contact Tame The Water for a personalized consultation. Joe and Steven will walk you through your options, answer your questions, and help you plan a pool that fits both your property and how you envision using it for years to come.