Royal Pools by Adams, the custom residential pool construction brand of the family-operated Adams Pool Group, has been named a 2026 SF Gate Best of the Bay Area winner in both the Pools and Home Contractor categories. The dual recognition acknowledges the company's work across the San Francisco Bay Area, where it has designed and built residential and commercial swimming pools for more than five decades.
The SF Gate Best of the Bay Area program highlights companies across a range of service and trade categories throughout the region. Earning placement in two separate categories reflects the breadth of the company's expertise, spanning both aquatic construction and broader home contracting work. The recognition adds to the company's Diamond Certified status and its appearance on the 2026 Pool and Spa News/Hayward Top 50 Builders list.
Royal Pools by Adams, based at 2258 Camden Ave in San Jose, California, and found online at royalpools.com, traces its origins to Earl Adams Tile and Plastering, Inc., a family business founded in 1953. The company offers residential pool construction, commercial pool construction, and pool resurfacing services. Its design team develops layouts ranging from timeless, understated styles to resort-inspired backyard environments tailored to individual homes and properties.
For Bay Area homeowners considering a backyard project, the design and permitting process typically begins with a site evaluation, followed by design development, material and finish selection, and the securing of local permits before construction starts. Industry professionals note that choosing a licensed, certified builder with a documented track record helps homeowners navigate regulatory requirements and material choices that affect long-term durability and safety.
"The SF Gate recognition in two categories reflects decades of consistent work throughout the Bay Area," said Ray Langford, Marketing Director at Royal Pools by Adams. "The company approaches each project as a long-term investment for the homeowner, which means attention to design, permitting, and construction quality from the first consultation through the final finish."
The company noted that custom pool projects involve several stages that homeowners should understand before beginning. Timelines vary based on design complexity, permitting schedules, and site conditions, and material selections such as plaster, tile, and surface finishes influence both the appearance and the maintenance requirements of a finished pool.
"Education is an important part of the process," Langford said. "When homeowners understand how design, materials, and permitting fit together, the construction phase tends to move more smoothly and the results hold up over time."
Royal Pools by Adams custom pool construction services are available to residential and commercial clients across the region. The company maintains membership in professional organizations including the California Pool and Spa Association and the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance.
Royal Pools by Adams is a swimming pool contractor serving the San Francisco Bay Area. With a history dating to 1953 through its parent company, the firm specializes in residential and commercial swimming pool construction and pool resurfacing, operating from its headquarters in San Jose, California, with an additional location in Hollister, California.
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For more information about Royal Pools by Adams, contact the company here:
Royal Pools by Adams
Ray Langford
(408) 371-8000
info@royalpools.com
2258 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124