We hired Mike to do our backyard design and we were not disappointed! We had gone through several designs with different pool companies but were not drawn to any that we saw. When we hired Mike, he had a unique process of meeting with us first and asking a lot of questions to get to know our vision and figure out our budget first. What he came back with blew us away. He is unique in that he listens to what you want and will create just that, but add in elements that you may not have thought of. For us it was the handing day bed! Thanks for a beautiful design Mike! – Ginny B.

Highly recommend Mike for your pool designs. He is very detail oriented and recommends/designs your outdoor living area to match your needs and intended use: decking, hot tub, pool, pool type and size, equipment. Most importantly, Mike was responsive and worked in a timely manner to for design-completion in order to facilitate timely construction. I greatly appreciate his work as he transformed our backyard to a great outdoor living area. John

Very professional on all fronts!

Claffey Pools plays at the top of the construction game!

Mike F is in his craft is true craftsmen !

I would say this was a big decision but in downtown Grapevine I would not have choose anyone else !

This is my 2nd pool I have built with Claffey and honestly i just would not go anywhere else!

Frank Gorman
Pacific Pools

We can’t begin to say what a pleasure it is to work with Mike Farley and have him transform our backyard into the paradise that we were looking for. The design process that he uses, where he gets to know you and what you are looking for and then turns that into reality is truly amazing! Mike is a master of listening to you and what your desires are, understanding your budget, and bringing it all together into a remarkable design. He highlighted pros and cons of different aspects, features and functionality of the pool so that we could make informed decisions. Mike’s process lets you iterate on your design(s) and to ensure you get the pool of your dreams. Mike was masterful at taking our desires and transforming our blank slate into our resort paradise. We have already recommended Mike to one of our neighbors and would recommend him to anyone!

Mike Farley with Claffey pools is the best combination of creativity and competency, knowing not only how think differently and create truly unique designs, but how to get them done practically and affordably. In a day where there’s more options than ever to choose from with less people who actually know how to put them together, you can trust Mike to make your ideas turn in to reality…and beautifully!! Greatly appreciate Mike and the team at Claffey and highly recommend them!

Mike helped me transform my backyard with a dramatic wrap around water fountain feature. It was a challenging project given a relatively small and unique space that required both vision and attention to detail. Mike brought his wealth of experience to our project with a patient approach to design that helped me transform my goals into a reality. Everyone who sees our backyard immediately loves Mike’s work and his design is now one of the best features of our entire house. Thank you Mike!

Mike did a great job designing my pool. The space in my backyard was very limited and I wanted a pool which would work with an automated cover and fastlane current generator. I got everything I wanted plus the pool and deck look much better than I anticipated given the limitations of the space. Mike and his recommended builder were easy to work with and consistently professional.

Mike Farley designed the ultimate backyard retreat. We challenged him to create an oasis that flowed seamlessly from our modern farmhouse, and he exceeded our expectations. From the unique grotto that serves as a jumping platform to the tanning ledge and outdoor kitchen area- everything is exactly the way we hoped it would be! Mike was great to work with during the design process, spending multiple sessions with us until we all felt it was perfect.

Working with Mike in building our backyard oasis was a great experience. From our first meeting to the project completion Mike was focused on meeting his customer’s expectation. We met and discussed what we were trying to create and from the hardscape to the landscape he did not disappoint. There was continuous communication and working collaboratively we were able to create a beautiful outdoor living space which incorporated both an outdoor kitchen and pool. The quality of the product that we selected was top notch. I would recommend and work with Mr. Farley in the future. His attention to detail is fantastic and you will not be disappointed.

My wife and I are very pleased with the pool which Mike Farley designed for us. We were looking for unique pool which would fit with our home and retirement lifestyle. We wanted the look of a pond, ability to exercise comfortably, not remove very many trees, multiple high end features and construct on a very challenging lot. Mike was up to the challenge and delivered everything we were expecting and more. Thanks Mike for delivering a one of a kind outstanding design which meet all of our expectations and more.

Mike designed the pool for our new home. He listened to our vision, added detailed notes from our conversations, and came back with an awesome first draft plan. His insight was amazing, and his questions helped us dial in to balance the practical implications of our wish list. His final design was just what we hoped for, and he worked tirelessly with our pool builder to make sure every detail was perfect. I’d recommend Mike to anyone looking to design their dream pool,

Mike Farley designed our pool and spa. He was very comprehensive in the approach used. First Mike surveyed our lot and told us about potential design issues ( Like a 40 year old Elm tree, the yard grade/elevation, and how the pool would be seen from the house and yard). He asked how we would use the pool to determine the best size and depth, then asked questions about our style preferences. Once we were all satisfied our answers were complete, Mike produced a Computer Aided Design drawing of the pool. We went over each item from the pool mechanical equipment, to lights, to tile and decking choices. He produced a second computer drawing (that allowed us to “see” the pool from any vantage point). We made some changes to the original design and he produced a final design. Mike’s knowledge of all things associated with pool design made it easy for us to choose pool mechanical equipment, lights, tile, decking, and pool plaster type (and the computer 3D scale drawings made it easy to see how choices looked). I would recommend Mike to anyone designing a pool. He listens to his customers, produces designs consistent customer wishes, and is very comprehensive in ensuring there will be no unpleasant surprises for his clients.

Do not use this guy. We paid him $2,000 in August, 2021 to come out and give us a design. Said would be 2 weeks and would get back to us. Finally, in November, 2021, he gave us a preliminary design. We discussed some changes and never heard a word back. We have called, sent emails, and text messages with no responses.

$2,000 down the drain with nothing to show for it. Very poor service. Do not use him!

Mike was always professional, communicative, and most importantly creative and understanding of our dreams. He also worked with our budget. Always being careful to document all additions and credits during the process. The pool and cabanas he designed were better than we imagined, fitting in seamlessly with our existing home. I loved all of Mike’s pools when I discovered him on Houzz. Now I have one of my own!

We are extremely pleased with Mike’s design of our pool and backyard transformation. Mike overcame what we thought insurmountable challenges: trees, slope, line of sight, and dimension obstacles. He created a design that is more beautiful than we imagined and has the recreational features we were dreaming of. Mike has the experience, expertise, and creativity that you are looking for. We highly recommend Mike Farley.