Pool (NASDAQ:POOL) is a leading wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies, equipment, and related outdoor living products. Headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, the company serves a diverse customer base that includes service professionals, independent retailers, high-volume builders, and national retail chains. Pool Corporation’s extensive branch network enables it to maintain strong local customer relationships while leveraging its scale to source products efficiently from manufacturers around the world.
The company’s product portfolio spans pool and spa chemicals, water treatment equipment, pumps, filters, heaters, automation and control systems, liners, safety covers, and cleaning accessories. In addition to core chemical and equipment offerings, Pool Corporation supplies repair parts, specialty products, and custom-fabricated components for both residential and commercial applications. The firm also provides training, technical support, and marketing services designed to help customers grow their businesses and improve service quality.
Founded and incorporated as Pool Corporation in the 1990s, the company has pursued growth through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Its distribution centers and branches are strategically located across North America, Europe, and select markets in Latin America, allowing it to optimize inventory availability, reduce lead times, and respond quickly to seasonal demand patterns. This geographic footprint supports Pool Corporation’s goal of delivering rapid, reliable service to professional pool operators and retail partners.
Pool Corporation is guided by a seasoned management team with deep expertise in supply chain operations, manufacturing, and distribution. The company emphasizes a customer-centric approach, investing in digital platforms, logistics capabilities, and value-added services to support professional pool service operators, specialty retailers, and other customers. Its focus on operational excellence, innovation, and targeted geographic expansion underpins its leadership position in the pool and spa distribution industry.
