Custom Pool Builders · Kansas City Metro
Your Backyard,
Built Right The First Time.
Custom, durable, resort-quality in-ground pools designed and built by a second-generation pool builder who grew up in the trade.
20+ Years Experience · Residential & Commercial · Serving 200 Miles of KC
BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating — licensed, insured, and accountable on every build.
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The Promise
Ground Zero was built on one promise — get it right the first time.
Dorian Christopher has been around water and pools since he was a kid, trained by his father — known around Missouri as “The Pool King.” That's not a marketing line; it's two decades of hands-on building passed down on job sites.
Every pool is custom designed for the family and the property it belongs to, then built with the craftsmanship that keeps it looking new long after the first summer.
Meet the builderWhat We Build
Everything from ground zero to first swim.
Signature Project
The backyard resort, done properly.
Raised spa with spillover, sun ledge, fire bowls, and full travertine decking — designed as one space instead of a pool with things added around it.
View GalleryRemodel
Drag it. That's the same pool.
New plaster, new waterline tile, new coping and decking. Most dated pools don't need replacing — they need rebuilding by someone who does it right.
Remodeling & renovationOur Process
Five steps from first call to first swim.
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Free Consultation
We walk your yard, talk budget, and tell you straight what's possible.
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Custom Design
Shape, depth, decking, features — designed around how you'll actually use it.
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Engineering & Build
Excavation, steel, plumbing, and gunite done to spec, not to a schedule.
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Finishing
Plaster, tile, coping, lighting, and water features — the details that read premium.
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Dive In
Startup, water chemistry, and a walkthrough so you know your pool inside out.
Why Ground Zero
Four reasons people stop shopping around.
Second-Generation Expertise
Dorian was raised in the trade by his father, known regionally as The Pool King of Missouri.
Built To Last
Structure first. We'd rather spend an extra day on the shell than a decade on repairs.
Residential & Commercial
Backyard resorts and HOA, hotel, and business pools built to the same standard.
Local & Responsive
KC-based and owner-run. You talk to the builder, not a call center.
Where We Build
Proudly Building Across the Kansas City Metro
Based in Lee's Summit, Missouri and building throughout Jackson County, the greater KC metro, and up to 200 miles out.
- Lee's Summit
- Kansas City
- Independence
- Blue Springs
- Raytown
- Grandview
- Belton
- Prairie Village
- Leawood
- Mission Hills
- Olathe
- Overland Park
What Our Customers Say
Built on referrals, not billboards.
“Dorian was professional, friendly, and easy to work with from product selection to well after the product had been applied. He and his crew had a 2 hour drive to our house, then they all worked tirelessly from sun up to sun down. He even helped resolve an issue with our drain (which wasn't his responsibility!), and happily answered a barrage of questions after the pool had been filled! We chose Micro Puerto Rico Blend French Grey — it's pure perfection and smooth under foot. A++++. Great communication. Highly recommend Ground Zero Pools and Spas.”
“They did a fantastic job plastering a pool for me. Their team was professional, efficient, and delivered high-quality work. The finish looks great, and they completed the job on time without any issues. Communication was smooth throughout the process, and they made sure everything was done to a high standard. If you're looking for a skilled and reliable plastering crew, I highly recommend them.”
“We are so happy with the pool resurfacing and the tile installation. Our pool is 24 years old and was in need of this renovation. They did an absolutely fabulous job. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, polite, and a pleasure to do business with. Easy to give Ground Zero Pools a 5 star rating.”
Ready to build your dream pool?
Free consultation, honest numbers, and a design built around your yard.