Tampa Bay's Transparent Pool Builder

Most custom gunite pools in the Tampa Bay area range from $50,000 to $150,000 depending on size, features, and site conditions. This is broad custom-pool guidance; smaller pools with basic finishes and standard equipment have a different scope from larger feature-rich projects. Confirm all inclusions in a project-specific budget. With our cost-plus model, you see every invoice at actual cost plus a transparent management structure tailored to your project. You see where your project dollars go: actual vendor and subcontractor invoices, plus a clearly disclosed management structure instead of hidden builder markup.

A typical residential pool without a screen enclosure takes approximately 8 weeks to construct once excavation begins. Adding a screen enclosure generally extends the construction schedule by about 2 weeks, bringing the typical construction timeline to approximately 10 weeks. Design, engineering, permitting, preconstruction approvals, and preconstruction scheduling occur before excavation and are not included in these construction durations. More complex projects, weather conditions, inspections, site conditions, material availability, and changes to the scope of work can affect the final timeline.

Yes. We manage the entire permitting process including plan submissions, engineering stamps, HOA reviews, and county inspector coordination. We are experienced with Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Pinellas County, and city-specific permitting offices throughout the Tampa Bay region.

We build throughout the greater Tampa Bay area including Tampa, Carrollwood, Westchase, Odessa, Trinity, Land O Lakes, Lutz, Brandon, Riverview, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg. Each project is managed locally with subcontractors who know the region.

In a fixed-bid contract, the builder includes markup on every material and labor item, often well above actual cost. With cost-plus construction, you pay the real cost of materials and labor plus a transparent management structure tailored to your project. You see every invoice, approve every vendor, and control where your money goes.

No. We never collect deposits or builder draws. You pay vendors and subcontractors directly after each phase is verified and approved. This structure protects your investment and ensures every dollar is accounted for before the next phase begins.

Yes. Itemized budgets and a defined construction scope can help you communicate project details to prospective financing providers. Requirements and financing decisions vary by institution, borrower, loan product, and project. Ask your provider how it handles direct vendor payments.

Tampa Bay properties often have sandy soil compositions and elevated water tables that require specific excavation and dewatering techniques. Proper drainage planning is also critical to prevent water accumulation around the pool deck and home foundation. We account for these conditions in every structural and grading plan.

No. We specialize in new pool construction and design. However, our sister company Florida Pool Heroes handles all pool remodeling, resurfacing, equipment upgrades, and renovation work throughout Tampa Bay. You can learn more at floridapoolheroes.com.