In September 2025, BBB serving the Heart of Texas recognized Cody Pools as one of six businesses headquartered within the organization’s 105 Texas counties to win the 2025 Torch Awards for Ethics. This award celebrates businesses that exemplify ethical behavior and display integrity in all aspects of its operations, benefiting its customers and community. With 31 years serving the Austin community, Cody Pools is proud to be recognized by BBB and serve as a role model for transparent and truthful business practices.
What Cody Pools Does:
Cody Pools is the nation’s #1 pool builder, specializing in the design and construction of custom residential and commercial swimming pools. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and personalized design, Cody Pools transforms backyards and commercial spaces into stunning aquatic environments. The company provides end-to-end service, from initial design consultation to construction and ongoing customer support, ensuring every project meets the highest standards.
“For us, this recognition is especially meaningful. At Cody Pools, we have always strived to not only build beautiful pools but to build trust—with our customers, our employees, and our community,” said Mike Church, president and CEO of Cody Pools. “Receiving this award affirms that our values of honesty, integrity, and ethical practices are being recognized at the highest level.”
“Receiving a Torch Award is more than taking home a trophy; it’s a reflection of how these businesses put their values into action every day,” said Dr. Carrie Angell, president and CEO of BBB serving the Heart of Texas. “Their commitment to their customers and communities shows that ethical business is about making a lasting difference.”
With over a century of experience establishing best practices and assisting consumers make informed decisions, BBB uses a rigorous, objective evaluation process and a panel of independent business and community leaders to judge Torch Award for Ethics applicants. Businesses selected as winners represent the strength, dedication, and resilience of their community and positively influence future business owners and entrepreneurs.
If you would like to learn more about Cody Pools, how we do business and the services we offer, please visit www.codypools.com.
ABOUT CODY POOLS: Founded in 1994 in Austin, Texas, Cody Pools has grown from a small local builder into the largest pool builder in the United States. Over the past 31 years, Cody Pools has completed more than 36,000 residential and commercial pools while expanding its operations across multiple Texas markets and beyond. Known for its commitment to integrity, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service, Cody Pools continues to be recognized as a trusted leader in the swimming pool industry.
ABOUT BBB: The Better Business Bureau has empowered people to find businesses, brands, and charities they can trust for more than 110 years. In 2024, people turned to BBB.org more than 220 million times for BBB Business Profiles on 5.5 million businesses, and 725,000 times for BBB charity reports on 12,000 local and national charities.