Gairad DeCastro began doing yard work when he was in high school and quickly fell in love with the green industry. "My first vehicle was a dump truck that I drove to school." said the 2007 graduate of Portsmouth High School. "I would do my class work, get out on work release. I would be let go early to go to work."
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A passion for the outdoors and the experience of working with his hands at a young age fostered the realization of Gairad DeCastro’s dream to start a top-rated design/build company on Aquidneck Island in 2007. His company has since grown from humble beginnings to a sought-after local pool contractor. Now, Premier Gunite Pools is recognized as a leader in providing creative, quality, and reliable inground pools. Gairad’s philosophy and mission statement remain simple: “If it’s worth doing, it's worth doing right.” His goal is to exceed every customer’s expectations for the amount of fun and relaxation they can have with a luxurious pool in their backyard.