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AUGUST 24, 2026
Skimmer (Mainsail) acquires Pool Builder Geek and Poologics
TARGET
Pool Builder Geek and Poologics
Pool construction project management, estimating, permitting, job costing, and AI-powered visualization software for pool builders and renovation contractors.
OwnershipFounder-owned · Mainsail Partners (led $74M growth equity round, October 2024, board seats held by Gavin Turner and Anthony Hayes), Unbundled Capital (initial investor since 2020, board seats held by Peter Freeland and Shane Skiffington)
Headcount2-10 FTEs
HeadquartersDripping Springs, Texas
Leadership
Tommy Reynolds, Founder & CEO
Sell-side advisor
ACQUIRER
Skimmer
Pool service and maintenance management software platform for pool service professionals across North America
OwnershipVC-backed · Mainsail Partners; Mainsail Partners, Unbundled Capital
Capital raised$84M
Headcount85+ FTEs
HeadquartersAustin, Texas
Leadership
Board seats
Anthony Hayes (Mainsail Partners)
Buy-side advisor
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