For Jeremy Killebrew, founder and President of Ranch Road Pools, pool building is a passion rooted in community ties, craftsmanship, and integrity. That commitment has allowed him to build not only one of the most successful pool companies in the area, but also a reputation in Dripping Springs for reliability, attentive service, and a distinctive approach to style.
Killebrew found his way into luxury pool building somewhat by chance. After owning several successful industrial construction companies, he decided to take his career in a different direction, knowing he wanted to spend more time with his wife and four children. “I was looking for something that would let me use my construction skills, project management experience, and creative side,” he recalls, “but would also allow me to focus my energy right here at home in Dripping Springs.”
As luck would have it, a friend in the pool industry invited him to collaborate on a few projects, and for Killebrew, it was love at first build. “I completed my first project, saw the joy on the customer’s face, and that passion was ignited. It was the most rewarding experience of my professional life.” And with that, Ranch Road Pools was born.
The catchy name is personal to Killebrew: “I’ve spent most of my adult life on Ranch Road 12,” he explains. “It’s a cultural artery of the Hill Country, and when people from around here see our logo, they know we’re local.” Being local isn’t just about geography; it’s about connection. Whether partnering with local businesses to elevate his clients’ experience or cheering from the fairways, fields, and sidelines at his kids’ games, Killebrew stays grounded in the community.
Killebrew and his family put down roots here long before Dripping Springs became the bustling area it is today. “We’ve watched it grow from a sleepy little town into one of the fastest-growing communities in Texas, attracting residents from California to New York,” he reflects. “But we all share similar values. That’s why it’s been so amazing to watch it grow and be part of that growth.”
In fact, the town’s dramatic growth has expanded his vision for Ranch Road Pools. “It’s opened my eyes to how big this company can be. We continue to grow in tandem with the community to meet increasing demand. With every new hire, we ‘level up’ in terms of capability, experience, and the quality of service we can offer our customers.”
Ranch Road Pools sets itself apart with a dedication to timeless design and exceptional service. Killebrew admits he dislikes the word “boutique,” but that’s how things started—with just 10 to 15 projects a year. And even after years of double-digit growth, each client still receives the same extraordinary customer care that Ranch Road Pools offered on day one. “And they always will,” Killebrew promises, adding that “growth should never mean sacrificing service.”
One way Killebrew and his team prioritize customer satisfaction is through their efficiency. Ranch Road Pools completes projects in about eight weeks, half the time of many competitors, without cutting corners. He attributes this capability to his team’s deep project management experience: “Building custom pools is incredibly complex. Things don’t always go perfectly,” Killebrew admits. “But we take care of it. That’s why we’ve earned the reputation we have in this town.”
Even as the business grows, Killebrew’s values remain unchanged, with an unwavering commitment to hands-on service and client care. “My parents spent their entire careers in the grocery business. Their philosophy was always: ‘You take care of your customers, no matter what.’” Today, that guiding principle is what drives Ranch Road Pools.
At its core, Ranch Road Pools is about designing spaces that bring people together and create lasting family connections. “A pool is an extension of your home,” Killebrew explains, and his own family is a perfect example, as they gather poolside most days of the year, often joined by a collection of friends and neighborhood teens. Their backyard has become quite the social scene, and he wouldn’t trade it for the world.
Killebrew admits he takes fewer vacations these days, joking, “Why fly somewhere else just to sit at a pool, when you can relax at home by a pool that’s just as nice as any resort?”
Clean, modern, and sleek, “Our pools remain timeless, no matter what era of design we’re in,” Killebrew says. And as Ranch Road Pools continues to grow and evolve, he remains focused on craftsmanship, community, and connection—lasting values that will never go out of style.
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