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No one knows pools better than Swim Things.
Welcome to Swimthings.com! We're excited to bring the very latest merchandise that will put the fun in your pool throughout the year. As you search our website, you'll find we've carefully selected the best of the best - from the chemicals that keep your water sparkling to the lounges, pool toys and accessories you will use again and again.

Why do we offer only top-quality merchandise?
Because we know what people want, need and expect from their pools and pool supplies. Swim Things is a Certified Pool Builder and one of the nations top 50 pool companies. Since 1973, we've developed and implemented innovative pool designs for residential pool and commercial pool use, and we have helped those satisfied customers maintain their pools over time. We've chosen the products on this website with your family fun - and our high standards - in mind.

It's simple. If you want the best pool products, buy from the pool experts - Swim Things - and enjoy your fun in the sun!

History- Swim Things started as an outlet for competitive swimsuits. Our founder, Chuck Baldwin, was a swim team coach for many local groups as well as facility manager for commercial swimming pools. As the need grew for supplies for all of these teams and pools, Chuck decided to become a Speedo dealer and provide product to his swimmers. As the need for renovation of his commercial pool accounts rose, it was necessary to start repairing these aging pools. That expertise led to the building of new inground swimming pools, which started in 1979. Since that point Swim Things has developed into the largest pool builder in the Kansas City metro area. Not only building pools but also offering full service needs to over 1,000 customers per season. We added our 5,000 sq. ft. retail store in 1988 and it continues to be a staple for customers in the area.

Philosophy-We attempt to provide complete service of your swimming pool needs. We expect to do that in a professional, timely and accurate manner. From the time we build your pool and through the years of service and into renovation, we are able to supply you with all the tools necessary to give you a great backyard experience for many years to come.

Staff-
Vince Davenport - President, Vince oversees retail store operations, pool builds and oversees all aspects of the company.

Chuck Baldwin - Founder of Swim Things, still works at the company and focuses on ensuring that every pool we build is built to a high standard.

Amy Davenport - Treasurer, Amy oversees all of the retail store operations as well as all financial accounting of the company. In the retail store she focuses on the swimwear division which includes competitive swimsuits and fashion swimsuits.

Brad Harding - Renovation Department Manager, Brad coordinates all aspects of our renovation department. He also bids and coordinates liner replacements and Winter Cover installations.

Greg Morgan - Service Department Coordinator, Greg is the operations manager of our service department. He oversees all of the daily schedule for the openings, closings and equipment repair. He can help with the current situation of any service call in our service department.

Heather Harding- Fashion Swimwear Buyer, Heather takes care of our fashion swimwear department, which includes buying, displays, and coordination. She also is a floor salesperson for patio furniture and most aspects of retail needs in our store.

Kyle Luster
- Spa Sales Manager, Kyle takes care of our sales for Bullfrog spas as well as retail sales in the store for chemicals, pool equipment, and replacement parts.


Brian Porter- Construction Foreman- Brian is one of our construction foreman, he has 30+ years experience in the field of pool construction. He handles unique and difficult challenges everyday. If we need a problem solved, Brian will be the one to fix it for us.

Dedicated to Excellence

Swim Things, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri goal hasn’t been to build the most pools, just the best! We take pride in providing great customer service with high quality pool construction.

At Swim Things, Customer Satisfaction is Number One

  • Most of our Business is Referral.
  • Great Customer Service.
  • We use only the best materials and equipment.
  • We are proud to be member of the best associations in the pool industry.
A Commitment to Quality.
When walking into Swim Things, you notice the difference.

A Commitment to Do Things Right .... The FIRST time.
We've been doing things right over the years, and it's paid off for you, the customer.

Quality In Our Employees.
Almost everyone we meet compliments us on our store employees.

Quality In Our Management.
Success comes from the top down, as well as from the bottom up. Management is committed to helping our employees succeed. That's the only way we can develop a new generation of leaders.




We offer pool construction in Kansas City and surrounding areas (Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Blue Springs, Lees Summit, Liberty), Bullfrog Spas in Kansas City, all your pool chemicals for Kansas City, a retail location that offers you anything and everything for your pool needs including swimsuits, pool toys, chemicals, outdoor furniture, and outdoor accessories.