Our History

Burton Pools & Spas was established in April 1978 by brothers Dan and David Burton under the name Tallman Pools of Fort Smith. Its humble start began out of David’s garage with a few hand tools, one pickup truck, and a $7,000 loan from First National Bank. David was in charge of selling, advertising, paperwork, and accounts payable, while Dan supervised all pool construction. In September of that year, the business was incorporated under the name Burton Construction, and by 1979 the total business volume nearly tripled.

Always striving to have the best-constructed vinyl liner pool available to the area, Dan continued to improve his building method, and by 1981, Burton Pools & Spas had established a dependable reputation within the community, allowing Dan and David to expand their operation and rent a building at 1417 Dodson Avenue selling above ground pools and hot tubs. 

Throughout the years, the expansion into the retail market helped Burton Pools & Spas grow the business exponentially, which made it necessary to continue to find larger and better locations.

By 1993, Burton Pools & Spas had settled into two retail locations, in Fort Smith and Springdale, and since then has continued to thrive.

Commitment to Excellence

As the premier provider of custom inground pools, hot tubs, outdoor recreation equipment, and more, Burton Pools & Spas is dedicated to creating beautiful environments that bring families together and help them enjoy fun outdoor activities in the comfort of their own backyard.

We treat all of our customers with respect, courtesy, and professionalism, whether we’re designing and constructing a new pool or repairing a broken water pump. We care for your outdoor living space as if it were our own, so you can rest assured everything is in good hands.

Our Prestigious Brands

We’re proud to be certified builders for some of the top recreational companies in the nation – manufacturers like Pacific and Viking Pools, Hot Spring Spas, Doughboy Above Ground Pools, and Sport Court Athletics. These companies choose only the best to represent and build their signature products.

Our Awards

We take pride in our work and have earned a number of awards and recognitions. We’ve earned the National Spa and Pool Association’s Gold Medal for pool design in construction, named to the Pool & Spa News Top 50 builder five times, been recognized as Dealer of the Year by Hot Spring Spas, and been named one of the top 100 pool companies in the United States by AQUA Magazine.

We’re There for You

What’s all this mean? It means that when you’re ready to take your backyard to the next level of family fun, you can trust Burton Pools & Spas to help you. We offer solid advice, top-quality construction, and ongoing service and support. We’ll be there for you today, and for years to come.