Who decides
HOA amenity pools are contracted by the association's management company; apartment pools by the community or its regional manager.
Where to focus
One HOA management company can run dozens of associations with amenity pools in a single county.
Vendor approval
Large management companies usually require a credentialing service, insurance certificates and a W-9 before a first job. See requirements for the top Texas managers.
Timing
Contracts are usually signed in February–April for the summer season.
Biggest single decisions in Houston
Companies that control the most properties in the segment that suits this trade.
| Company | Properties | Vendor credentialing |
|---|---|---|
| Crest Management Company | 195 | not yet verified |
| Regency Association Management | 21 | not yet verified |
| Sterling Association Services | 14 | not yet verified |
| Associa – Principal Management Group | 13 | not yet verified |
| Rise Association Management Group | 13 | not yet verified |
| VanMor Properties | 13 | not yet verified |
| The Management Trust | 11 | not yet verified |
| Creative Management Company | 9 | not yet verified |
| Goodwin & Company | 7 | not yet verified |
| Houston Community Management Services (HCMS) | 7 | not yet verified |
Questions from pool service companies
How do pool service companies get contracts at Houston HOAs and apartment communities?
HOA amenity pools are contracted by the association's management company; apartment pools by the community or its regional manager.
How many properties could a pool service company serve in Houston?
4,717 HOAs, 5,775 apartment communities, 1,370 hotels (WhoRunsWhat data, October 2026).
When do Houston properties buy pool service?
Contracts are usually signed in February–April for the summer season.