Progressive Commercial Aquatics, Westport Pools, Spear, and Commercial Pool Repair are now Landmark Aquatic!

Four Are Now One

 

LANDMARK AQUATIC BRINGS TOGETHER PROGRESSIVE COMMERCIAL AQUATICS, WESTPORT POOLS, SPEAR, AND COMMERCIAL POOL REPAIR TO CREATE A NATIONAL PLATFORM OFFERING INNOVATIVE AQUATIC SOLUTIONS FROM DESIGN AND BUILD TO MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND RENOVATION.

Our Firm Overview

Landmark Aquatic is the largest national commercial aquatics company in the United States, offering a full range of innovative aquatic solutions, including design, construction, renovation, restoration, chemical distribution, and more. With offices in St. Louis, Houston, Austin, Kansas City, Denver, Phoenix, and Indianapolis, we have the unique ability to collaborate with engineers, architects, general contractors, and owners. Our focus is to deliver the “wow factor” that guests expect while balancing cost, functionality, form, efficiency, and ease of operation.

With over 50 years of corporate experience in the aquatics industry, Landmark Aquatic has designed, constructed, serviced, and operated aquatic facilities of all complexities. Our design team is licensed in more than 40 states, and our construction group has completed over 460 projects, totaling $1 billion in aquatic value in the past 15 years. We also maintain a service platform with more than 50 professionally trained, year-round technicians, serving over 500 commercial aquatic facilities.

What sets us apart is our collaborative approach, specialized expertise, and proven solutions. Our design process ensures a perfect balance of timing, cost, functionality, maintainability, efficiency, and project delivery. Clients benefit from a blend of large-company capabilities with the personal service and responsiveness typically found in smaller firms. We tailor our services from concept to completion—and beyond—to meet each client’s specific needs.

At the core of everything we do is the belief that aquatic recreation plays a vital role in the physical, social, and economic health of communities. Our facilities strengthen family and community bonds, boost community pride, and create memorable experiences. We’ve guided hundreds of clients through the design and development of aquatic facilities, earning overwhelmingly positive feedback and building lasting relationships with customers for life.

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Our Legacy

 

Landmark Aquatic is a dynamic fusion of the most distinguished aquatic design, engineering and renovation companies in the aquatics industry, including Progressive Commercial Aquatics, Spear Corporation, and Westport Pools. Each company has over 50 years of history, experience, and a steadfast dedication to excellence. Through expertly trained staff, Landmark Aquatic puts its clients at the forefront of everything it does and stands ready to transform aquatic landscapes nationwide. From crafting breathtaking aquatic landmarks that captivate communities to providing unparalleled service and expertise, Landmark Aquatic sets a new standard of quality and innovation. United under one banner, these industry leaders deliver comprehensive solutions, from weekly cleanings to multi-million-dollar aquatic center construction projects, catering to the diverse needs of businesses, municipalities, and institutions across the country. With a shared commitment to customer satisfaction and community enrichment, Landmark Aquatic emerges as the premier destination for all aquatics needs, poised to make a lasting impact on the industry.

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PROGRESSIVE COMMERCIAL AQUATICS

Progressive Commercial Aquatics, a renowned leader in the aquatics industry, has been transforming aquatic landscapes for over four decades. Our company has built a strong reputation for delivering premium products and services across design, construction, renovation, repair, and chemical distribution.

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WESTPORT POOLS

Founded in 1967, St. Louis-based Westport Pools has more than 50 years experience with services ranging from weekly pool cleanings to design-build of multi-million dollar aquatic centers and everything in between. Westport has completed over 150 commercial projects in the 10 states the company serves.

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SPEAR CORPORATION

For over 38 years, Spear Corporation has been serving the commercial swimming pool industry in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Ohio since 1984. Specializing in aquatic construction, service, mechanical room renovations, pool design, equipment and municipal water treatment.

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Our History

For nearly six decades, Landmark Aquatic’s legacies have led a captivating journey through the aquatic industry’s evolution, laying the groundwork for innovation and excellence, fostering transformative aquatic experiences that resonate in the industry to this day. By leveraging the rich expertise inherited from our legacy companies, Landmark Aquatic has emerged as the leader in commercial aquatics. Combining decades of industry knowledge with a deep-rooted history of putting customers first will allow us to deliver unparalleled aquatic facilities and services nationwide for many years to come.

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1960s

1967

Midwest Pool Management, the future Westport Pools, is founded.

1970s

Midwest Pool Management becomes Westport Pools and begins designing and building residential pools.

1980s

1980

Westport Pools begins designing and building commercial pools.

1982

DS Recreational Services, the future Progressive Commercial Aquatics, is founded.

1984

Spear Corp is founded.

1986

Progressive Commercial Aquatics is founded.

1990s

1990

Spear Corp began pump room renovations.

1992

Brian Spear joined his family business.

1994

Westport’s exponential growth starts.

1995

Progressive builds their first pool.

1997

Progressive established an Austin branch.

2000s

2001

Spear builds their first pool.

2003

Spear began focusing on construction and renovations.

2010s

2012

Spear began managing mechanical systems, water treatment, and operations for the US Swim Trials.

2012

DS Recreational Services is sold.

2012

J. Ryan Casserly, CEO, joins Westport Pools.

2019

Russell Leto, President, joins Progressive.

2020s

2020

Shotcrete Division is established.

2022

Aquatic Resources is acquired.

2023

Progressive & Westport merge to form Landmark Aquatic.

2024

Spear joins Landmark Aquatic.

2024

Commercial Pool Repair joins Landmark Aquatic, establishing a Phoenix, AZ presence.