Back in 1916, there was no such thing as a "swimming pool contractor." If you wanted a pool, you would call a "cement contractor." Because Theo Pulliam had built many waterproof cattle dipping vats, he was asked to build the first swimming pool ever in Coryell County. Doren Pulliam remembers carrying drinking water to the laborers when his dad built the Gatesville Public Park pool in 1925.

Doren Pulliam later was responsible for many "firsts" on his own. Using his background in the U.S. Navy Construction Batallion, he became an innovator of modern pool construction and technology. When he purchased the first gunite rig in Tarrant County in 1948, he developed the engineering and structural design standards which are still in use today.

Following the family tradition, Pulliam Pools continues to innovate and experiment to provide customers with the leading edge of technology and industry trends. In 1988, Pulliam joined the prestigious AQUATECH group, a national organization of quality pool builders known throughout the industry for their integrity and dedication to quality craftsmanship. Only one pool builder is selected from each market area allowing members the ability to share research data and encourage technological innovation. The "pioneer spirit" is alive and well at Pulliam Pools.