When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in Georgia?

As of July 1, 2008 a majority of contractors performing residential or general contracting work over $2500 must have a professional license issued by the Georgia Secretary of State.

How important is contractor licensing in Georgia?

A licensed contractor in Georgia must have 2 years of experience, and pass a Georgia business and law exam. A contractor is required to take 3 hours of continuing education each year to maintain a license.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in Georgia

Georgia state law requires licensed contractors to carry general liability as well as workers' compensation insurance.

Financial recourse when hiring a contractor in Georgia

Georgia does not require contractors to obtain a surety bond. Consumers can file a complaint with the Georgia Governor's office of consumer protection.

What else should I know before hiring a contractor in Georgia?

Licensed contractors in Georgia are required to pass a criminal background check.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

Why you should hire through BuildZoom

When it comes to major construction work or even minor alterations to your home, hiring the wrong contractor could result in incomplete or defective work. You may even find yourself dealing with huge liability claims. BuildZoom does the homework for you and helps you hire the right contractor.

You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

Before hiring a contractor in Georgia, be sure to get at least 3 detailed bids. Quality contractors will take the time to explain their budget proposal, and help guide you through the estimate process. Be wary of an abnormally low bid, they are not worth the risk. These underpriced projects often do not end well for the homeowner. Choose a contractor you trust and can clearly communicate with. BuildZoom has made the bid collection process extremely simple (and free). Just click here to get started.

Top 10 Swimming Pool Contractors in Cumming, GA (with Photos)

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Clear Water Pools LLC

BZ SCORE: 110

5.0 New constructions

20.0 Pool and spa constructions

EDP

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Elwood Dixon Poole, III

BZ SCORE: 101

JSF

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Joyful Sillly Funny

BZ SCORE: 95

3.0 Total projects

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Mystic Waters Pool and Spa

BZ SCORE: 95

15.0 Total projects

GBC

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Gary Bert Chriss

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10.0 Pool and spa constructions

46.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Building historical permit. 1734 Inverness Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306). Addition to single family dwelling - room additions at rear and on second floor of existing single family residence. for new family room den screened porch new deck and stairs on 1st. floor; and master bedroom master bathroom and master porch on 2nd. floor

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Swimtime Pools

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5.0 Pool and spa constructions

80.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Swimming pool. 930 Liberty Hill Rd, Canton, GA, 30115). 448 sq ft in ground heated vinyl pool

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Mirage Pools

ALERT

(5 reviews)

Mirage Pools is a family-owned business with 3 generations and over 50 years of experience in building gunite pools. Unlike most companies that utilize subcontractor services to complete phases of the construction, Mirage Pools builds the entire pool with full-time company employees. Mirage Pools has achieved the distinction of becoming Atlanta’s premier gunite pool builder. Our reputation... (more)

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Executive Pool Service, Inc

ALERT

Notable project: (Building (residential) - swimming pool or spa. 2048 Windermere Xing, Cumming, GA, 30041). Residence swimming pool gunite liner mtjones - 09/13/10 2:40:41 pm

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Integro Pools

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Notable project: (Building historical permit. 885 Haven Oaks Ct NE, Atlanta, GA, 30342). Install new swimming pool

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MZP

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Mount Zion Pools

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(2 reviews)

Mount Zion Pools is a full service design and build swimming pool and hardscape construction company.

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Reflections Pool and Design

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7.0 Pool and spa constructions

20.0 Other projects

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Crystal Water Pools

ALERT

(1 review)

6.0 New constructions

83.0 Pool and spa constructions

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Residential Land Management Corporation

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5.0 Pool and spa constructions

22.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Building (any single-family structure). 1859 Prince Dr, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043). Addition to residence 15'5 x 21'6 room addition building and electrical only

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