Brooks Billiards Gameroom & Gallery

Pool Table Setup & Leveling

40+ years of experience · 175 mi radius from Collierville

Pool Table Setup & Leveling

A pool table that is not properly leveled does not play correctly, and the difference between a table that is off by 1/32 of an inch and one that is perfectly level is immediately apparent to anyone who plays regularly. Leveling is not optional. It is the difference between a $5,000 table that plays like a $5,000 table and one that plays like a problem.

Our setup process covers full assembly from the frame up: legs, slate, frame seaming, cloth stretching, rail installation, and final leveling. We use precision levels and take multiple readings across the playing surface before we consider the job done. Cloth is stretched properly, not stapled tight on one side and loose on the other. Rails are torqued evenly. Pockets are seated correctly.

The most common setup challenge we encounter is the floor itself. Older homes, finished basements, and floors that have settled over time often present leveling challenges that require leg adjustments and shimming. Greg Brooks has been doing this for 40+ years, and there is no floor condition he has not dealt with. We do not leave a table un-level because the floor made it difficult.

Setup is included with every new table purchase. We also offer standalone setup for tables that were installed by someone else and are not playing correctly. Call us and describe the situation.

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40+ Years of Experience

Greg Brooks has been in this business for over four decades. Not a franchise. Not a side hustle.

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Authorized Dealer

Trained on every brand we carry. Brunswick, Diamond, Valley, Legacy, American Heritage.

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We Service Any Table

Tables we sold and tables we didn't. Same crew, same standard, whether it's a new install or a table you've owned for years.

We serve a 175 mi radius from our Collierville showroom. That covers most of Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, and into Alabama. See all 30 cities →

Frequently Asked

What does setup include?
Full assembly: frame, slate, cloth stretching, rail installation, pocket seating, and precision leveling. We take multiple level readings across the playing surface before we leave. Every new table purchase includes professional setup at no additional charge.
How long does setup take?
A standard residential setup takes two to three hours depending on table size and room access. Commercial multi-unit installs take longer, and we schedule those based on table count and venue layout.
Can you level a table that someone else installed?
Yes. If your table is not playing correctly because it was not leveled properly at install, call us. We offer standalone leveling and setup services for tables we did not sell. Describe the situation and we will give you a quote.
What if my floor is uneven?
Uneven floors are the most common setup challenge we face, especially in older homes and finished basements. We handle it with leg adjustments and shimming. We do not leave a table un-level because the floor made it difficult.
40+
Years in Business
10,000
Sq Ft Showroom
175 mi
Delivery Radius
BBB A+
Business Rating
“Brooks Billiards was absolutely amazing to work with. They answered all our questions about recovering our table and new bumpers. They had several felt options and colors it made all the difference in picking out the perfect color. They knew we were trying to get our table covered before a holiday and called us when they got our felt in sooner than expected so we got it done when we needed.”
Michele · Google review
“Greg and his team did a fantastic job! Especially Greg, who was very meticulous and ensured the table was set up right. I am extremely happy with the service and would happily recommend him to anyone looking for a pool table to buy and have set up right!”
Todd · Google review
“I purchased a beautiful pool table from Brooks Billiards. They did an excellent job helping me choose a pool table that matched my style and complemented my room. They delivered the pool table on the agreed date and installed it professionally. I highly recommend Brooks Billiards if you are in the market for a quality-built and professionally installed pool table.”
Brian · Google review