ABOUT OASIS POOLS
Founded in 2007, Oasis Pools is THE premier custom swimming pool & spa contractor, and outdoor living specialist serving the St. Louis area and Southern Illinois. Locally and family-owned by Chip Unnerstall and Nicole Newkirk, the company prides itself on delivering superior craftsmanship, personalized service, and attention to detail. Chip has been involved in the pool industry since his teens, and he and his team have been involved in the construction of over 1,000 swimming pools. Committed to continuing education, Chip stays up-to-date on the latest pool & spa technologies and construction techniques. He is also certified and licensed to expand the company’s services to include commercial swimming pools.
Oasis Pools is more than just a pool company — they are a full-service outdoor living construction firm. In addition to building custom swimming pools and spas/hot tubs, they specialize in outdoor fireplaces and fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and lighting & landscaping. Their comprehensive service offerings ensure that their clients don’t have to become subcontractors to complete their outdoor spaces — Oasis handles and coordinates every aspect, providing a true turnkey outdoor living solution.
While they focus on fully custom in-ground gunite/shotcrete swimming pools, they also have extensive experience with fiberglass and vinyl liner pools. Beyond construction, Oasis Pools boasts a large service department specializing in cleaning, maintenance & repairs, and seasonal pool openings & closings.
OUR ORIGINS
from VINYL LINERS to GUNITE POOLS
Our roots began with installing over 100 vinyl liner pools a year in the greater St. Louis area. As we grew, we shifted our focus to creating custom gunite pools and spas, inspired by the limitless design possibilities and durability that gunite offers. Gunite, essentially concrete, is sprayed and formed around a steel rebar frame, allowing for virtually any shape. When properly maintained, gunite pools can last a lifetime, and we embraced this approach for the creative freedom it provides.
It is important to note that we have our own in-house gunite crews. We know of only one other St. Louis pool company with this capability; most rely on the same local contractor for gunite work. What does this mean for Oasis Pools clients? It means we can spray your pool as soon as it’s ready, without having to be put on an overcrowded contractor’s waiting list. This can save you weeks – if not months during peak season – allowing us to complete your project faster.
CERTIFIED POOL SPECIALIST
Oasis Pools is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest industry equipment, technologies, and techniques through ongoing training, seminars, and certifications. Equally important is our dedication to building the highest quality swimming pools and spas in the greater St. Louis and Metro East Illinois area. Below are our current memberships and certifications:
PHTA Member
Oasis Pools is a proud member of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, the world’s oldest and largest association for swimming pool, spa, and hot tub professionals. For over half a century, PHTA has provided essential industry knowledge and has been accredited by the American National Standards Institute since 1983 to develop national standards for swimming pools and hot tubs.
CPO Certified
CPO certification is a professional credential awarded to individuals who have demonstrated proficiency in pool and hot tub operation, maintenance, and safety. It is recognized in all 50 states and is considered the gold standard in the industry. Certified pool operators (CPOs) have the knowledge and skills to ensure safe and healthy pool and hot tub environments.
IPSSA Certified
The Independent Pool and Spa Service Association (IPSSA) offers certification exams in various aspects of pool service. These certifications cover topics such as water chemistry, equipment maintenance, and chlorine expertise. By passing these exams, you can demonstrate your knowledge and skills in the pool industry, which can enhance your career prospects and credibility.
Pentair Trained
Pentair Expert Training is designed for professionals experienced in wastewater or pressurization who want to deepen their knowledge in these areas. The program focuses on standards, equipment installation, and maintenance. Participants have the opportunity to practice presentations, engage in demonstrations, and conduct practical tests on working demo units.
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS:
Oasis Pools Honored with 2024 Pinnacle Award for Excellence in Design
We are honored to receive a prestigious Pinnacle Award from Luxury Pools + Outdoor Living, the leading magazine in the pool industry. This highly coveted award is granted to only about 30 pools each year, recognizing the absolute best in swimming pool and outdoor living design. Receiving this accolade is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation in creating exceptional outdoor spaces.
Pool Contractor: Oasis Pools
Architect: Strote & Co. Architects
Home Builder: Tegethoff Homes
Oasis Pools on Show Me St. Louis TV Show
Oasis Pools Named Top 25 Pool Builders by Pool Nation
Pool Nation, in partnership with The Western Pool & Spa Show and Hayward Pool Products, awarded Oasis Pools as a Top 25 Pool Builder in 2022. This prestigious recognition is part of the only awards program dedicated to the pool service and repair industry, celebrating companies, products, and individuals across various categories — chosen by Pool Pros, for Pool Pros in the industry.
Oasis Pools Featured in Luxury Pools + Outdoor Living Magazine
Luxury Pools is a premier outdoor living magazine, widely regarded by the pool industry as the top publication for swimming pools. It showcases the builders and designers behind the most exquisite backyard escapes. Each issue also highlights swimming pool products and showcases the work of the nation’s top pool builders.
Oasis Pools is honored to have one of our pools & outdoor living projects in Edwardsville, Illinois, featured in their Spring/Summer 2024 issue.
Oasis Pool featured in St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles Magazine
“Among those unique features: a reflecting pool at the front entry, a custom light fixture doubling as a work of art, a primary bath shower that opens to the outdoors, completely seamless flooring uniting the indoors with outdoor entertaining spaces and a water feature that literally pours from the roof into the backyard pool… The home’s ranch-style floor plan opens wide to an expansive lanai with sweeping views of the fairway, says Robert, the principal of Srote & Co Architects. Among homeowner Mark Lucido’s many ideas: the reflection pool at the front entry. “Mark told us he wanted some kind of reflecting pond in front, and he wanted some floating pads to get to it,” Matt recalls. “Robert’s firm started the sketches and we worked closely with Oasis Pools, the pool contractor, to make it happen. I will say that front entrance is pretty incredible.”
