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    • In The Swim

      320 Industrial Drive West Chicago, IL 60185-1817

      BBB Accredited Business

    Business ProfileforIn The Swim

    Pool Supplies
    BBB accredited business

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1.22/5stars

    Average of 51 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    84 complaints closed in last 3 years

    15 complaints closed in last 12 months

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 1/1/2014

    Years in Business: 42

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    Overview of BBB Rating

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    Overview

    In The Swim is a swimming pool equipment and supplies company which sells equipment and accessories for swimming pools, both residential and commercial. Products available from this company include pool chemicals, pumps and filters, heaters, salt chlorine generators, pool liners, covers, paint, ladders, above ground pools, in-ground pools, and spa and hot tub equipment.

    Business Details

    Location of This Business
    320 Industrial Drive, West Chicago, IL 60185-1817
    BBB File Opened:
    2/14/1989
    Years in Business:
    42
    Business Started:
    3/1/1982
    Business Started Locally:
    3/1/1982
    Business Incorporated:
    10/19/1982
    Accredited Since:
    1/1/2014
    Type of Entity:
    Corporation
    Alternate Business Name
    • Cortz Inc.
    • In The Swim Inc
    • In The Swim Discount Pool Supplies
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    Contact Information

    Customer Contact

    • Ms. Alea Cozzi, Customer Service Manager
    Additional Contact Information

    Fax Numbers

    • (630) 876-9120
      Primary Fax
    • (630) 876-1090
      Other Fax

    Phone Numbers

    Industry Tip

    BBB Tip: Hiring a pool contractor

    Customer Complaints

    84 Customer Complaints

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    Most Recent Customer Complaint

    06/24/2024

    Complaint Type:
    Product Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    I ordered from this company "In the Swim" through ******** In the Swim is a 3d party seller through ******** I ordered an $80 cart for my pool vacuum. They sent me a $1,200 pool filter system. It is huge and I could barely move it inside so it didn't get stolen off the porch. I contacted ******* who said I have to bring it somewhere to send it back. I can't move it. I also told them I wanted a credit to my account. They refused and said I can't have one through them until I send it back and the company approves it.. minimum 10 days. I declined because this isn't my mistake. They said they would message the company to resolve it then. I agreed. The company first asked for a picture of the box and the mailing label. I sent it. The someone else sent me cut and paste instructions and told me to go thru ******** I told them for a 2nd time (told the 1 that asked for pics also) that I cannot move this thing to return and I want my $80 back. They just keep sending me back to ******* and tell me I have to return it myself. I offered if they aren't worried about their product to just keep it and go somewhere else to buy my cart because I can't move it. Awaiting their reply.
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    Customer Reviews

    51 Customer Reviews

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    Most Recent Customer Review

    Jack O

    1 star

    07/06/2024

    InTheSwim sells on Amazon and they do not let the customer know at any time during the order process that someone will need to be present to sign for delivery of pool shock. ***** was the delivery service and multiple attempts were made to deliver the product when nobody was present at my house. After the final attempt ***** noted that the product was to be returned to InTheSwim. It has been 10 days since I placed the order on Amazon and I am still waiting to receive a refund. If you pay for a product or service and do not receive it then you should immediately receive a refund. If you do not then it should be considered fraud. I will never purchase again from InTheSwim, I will stick to buying for local pool supply stores, even if I have to pay slightly more. It's not worth the hassle with shipping and the lack of delivery policy notification.

    In The Swim Response

    07/10/2024

    Hello ****, We apologize for the negative experience regarding shipping. This is never our intention or hope. We looked into the refund and show it was refunded on 7/8/24 on our side. Please allow 5-7 business days for your banking establishment to process. Thank you.

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