Southern Charm Pools, LLC is a veteran-owned, family-operated pool company proudly serving League City, Texas, and surrounding communities since 2016. Founded by longtime residents Chris and Beth McDaniel, our mission is simple: to create beautiful, custom pools with integrity, quality craftsmanship, and a personal touch rooted in true Southern hospitality.
Together with our dedicated team — Mike Odom, Mary Robertson, Gevin Horn, and Kody McDaniel — we treat every customer like family and every backyard like our own. From honest pricing to clear, consistent communication, we are committed to make the pool-building process smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free.
At Southern Charm Pools, we do more than build pools — we build relationships. When you choose us, you become part of our Southern Charm family. We’re passionate about bringing your backyard dreams to life through trusted service, innovative design, and quality that lasts.
Proudly serving the Houston and Greater Clear Lake area, our team designs, builds, and remodels pools and outdoor living spaces in the following areas.
League City • Friendswood • Pearland • Clear Lake • Pasadena • Houston/Clear Lake • Kemah • Seabrook • El Lago • Clear Lake Shores • Santa Fe • Texas City • Dickinson • Hitchcock • La Porte • San Leon • Galveston • Manvel
Chris McDaniel is the co-founder of Southern Charm Pools, which he proudly launched in 2016 alongside his wife, Beth. With over 25 years of experience in construction, Chris brings unmatched expertise, integrity, and a personal touch to every project. He is a Certified Advanced Pool Builder Professional, recognized by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance for his excellence in pool construction, engineering, and creative waterscape design.
Before starting his career in construction, Chris served his community as a U.S. Navy veteran and police officer—experiences that shaped his strong values and dedication to doing the right thing. That commitment carries through every stage of the pool-building process, from the first sales appointment to long after the project is complete.
Chris understands that building a pool can often feel overwhelming, which is why he works hard to make the experience as smooth, straightforward, and easy as possible for every customer. He’s honest, has a builder’s eye and an artist’s touch, and never compromises on quality. He believes that exceptional construction is key to creating a pool that will stand the test of time and deliver lasting value.
Known for his friendly and upbeat personality, Chris is passionate not only about his work but also about life. He values his faith, family, friends, and the meaningful relationships he builds with every customer.
Owner, Southern Charm Pools
Chris McDaniel
Beth McDaniel is the co-founder of Southern Charm Pools, which she proudly launched alongside her husband, Chris McDaniel in 2016. With over 20 years of experience in business development, marketing and customer advocacy—including a successful tenure at BMC Software—Beth brings a strong foundation of professionalism, integrity, and operational excellence to the business.
Beth is passionate about building genuine relationships with her clients and is known for her natural ability to connect, communicate, and earn trust. She values transparency and treats every project as a personal commitment, working hard to ensure each customer feels heard, supported, and excited about their investment.
A proud graduate of Texas Tech University with a B.A. in Communication Studies, Beth is deeply dedicated to her team’s success and takes pride in fostering a positive, respectful work environment. She believes in doing things the right way, values structure and accountability, and always shows up with a strong work ethic and a servant’s heart.
Outside of work, Beth is an active member of the Clear Lake Area Panhellenic Association and the Bay Area Chi Omega Alumnae, where she has served in leadership roles. Her greatest priorities are faith and family, which guide how she leads, lives, and serves her community.
Owner, Southern Charm Pools
Beth McDaniel
Mike Odom joined Southern Charm Pools as Director of Construction in April 2023, bringing with him over 30 years of experience in pool building and service. A licensed Residential Appliance Installer certified by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR), Mike is an expert in his field with a strong reputation throughout the Houston area. He has overseen the construction of some of the most luxurious and technically complex pools in the metroplex. Known for his exceptional communication and customer-first mindset, Mike is always willing to offer guidance and support throughout the pool-building process. His hands-on expertise and problem-solving abilities make him especially effective in diagnosing and resolving issues quickly and efficiently. His attention to detail and deep industry knowledge are unmatched, making him an invaluable part of the Southern Charm team.
Director of Construction
Mike Odom
Mary Robertson has been a valued member of the Southern Charm Pools family since May 2020, bringing dedication, creativity, and versatility to every role she’s taken on. Starting as our Office Manager, she quickly became a driving force behind our growth—contributing to marketing efforts, streamlining processes in our Service and Warranty Department, and ultimately stepping into her current role as Designer and Director of Administration.
With a sharp eye for detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach, Mary has proven herself indispensable. Her ability to adapt and lead through change has been instrumental as our company has evolved.
A lifelong resident of the Bay Area, Mary has proudly called it home for over 45 years. She grew up in Seabrook, graduated from Clear Lake High School, and earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston–Clear Lake.
Designer and Director of Administration
Mary Robertson
Gevin Horn joined the Southern Charm Pools family in 2021 as a Construction Manager and now serves in the vital role of Customer Service and Warranty Manager. Gevin brings a strong work ethic, a service-oriented mindset, and a friendly personality to everything he does. In addition to his outstanding customer service, Gevin is a skilled technician who loves working on anything mechanical. Known for always having a smile on his face, Gevin is dedicated to making sure our customers are happy and enjoying their pools long after construction is complete. His passion for helping people and fixing things makes him an invaluable part of the Southern Charm team.
Customer Service and Warranty Manager
Gevin Horn
Kody McDaniel has been a valued member of our team since his high school days, starting out by lending a hand to our construction crew both part-time during the school year and full-time over the summers. Known for his positive attitude and respectful demeanor, Kody quickly became a favorite among clients and colleagues alike. Now stepping into a new phase of his career, Kody is expanding his role to gain experience on the administrative and business side of the pool industry. His dedication, eagerness to learn, and outstanding character make him a key part of our team’s future.
Office Manager
Kody McDaniel
Southern Charm Pools is also a Pentair Warranty Service Center. Our team has specialized training to identify, install, troubleshoot, and service Pentair variable speed pumps, heaters, cleaners and automation solutions to ensure your pool is energy efficient and the water is crystal clean and ready for year-round enjoyment. Additional training includes equipment sizing, hydraulics, and automatic chlorine generation. We are also highly trained in automation products which empower pool owners with full control of their pool’s ecosystem.
Southern Charm Pools is proud of the pools we build, and most of all, the relationships we develop with our customers. When it comes down to integrity, product quality, creative design work, and customer service, we are the clear choice.
“Chris and Beth were awesome to work with. From the first day we dug till the pool was filling was less than a month and that included 4 or 5 days of bad weather! Chris was very attentive to the build and made sure that all our concerns were addressed promptly. I have already recommended Chris to many friends and family and will definitely continue to do so!! Use Southern Charm Pools if you want a great quality pool, amazing customer service and it done in a timely manner!”
“We had always talked of a pool and after seeing Chris's beautiful design we "jumped in the deep end" so to speak's and couldn't be happier! The entire team from design to construction and customer service have been fantastic! (Even answering the panicked texts from new pool owners over the weekend, when I forgot one of the instructions!) We love our pool, spa and firepit and would highly recommend Southern Charm Pools!!”
“My family’s experience with Southern Charm Pools has been consistently positive. From quote and design to build and maintenance, we felt cared for every step of the way. The team is still available to us some two years after our pool was completed. Should the need arise, we’ll definitely be reaching out for another build.”
“You will not be disappointed when using Southern Charm Pools. They are very communicative, take care of issues that arise swiftly, & truly take pride in their work which is rare these days. They’re very up front every step of the way about every stage and what to expect. Worth every penny to use this builder and know you’ll be satisfied with your pool build ! They don’t cut corners and make sure you get what you want. Could not recommend them enough!”
Our team has specialized training to identify, install, troubleshoot, and service Pentair variable speed pumps, heaters, cleaners and automation solutions to ensure your pool is energy efficient and the water is crystal clean and ready for year-round enjoyment.
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“This was the first time I bought an in-ground pool and it was a great experience from the cradle to the grave! I am a QA/QC Manager with extensive construction experience and was skeptical of residential construction but Chris exceeded my expectations! The support I had after the construction was fantastic. This is the third year I’ve had my pool. This year I had a terrible case of COVID, so bad I was in the hospital for 3 months. When Chris found out he came to my home to ensure the pool functions were working properly before the big freeze. Bless you Southern Charm pools!”