Licensed Pool Contractor in Jacksonville, FL
Owner-operated. One licensed contractor. Your entire project — from design and permitting to the day you swim. Concrete pools built exclusively in Duval, Clay, Nassau & St. Johns County.
Jacksonville’s Licensed, Owner-Operated Pool Contractor
Jacksonville’s warm climate means a pool isn’t a seasonal luxury — it’s a year-round part of your home. With 10–11 months of swimming weather across Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns County, a well-built custom pool delivers genuine daily-use value and meaningful long-term return on your property.
Northeast Florida’s mix of sandy coastal soils, varying lot depths across communities like Ponte Vedra, Fleming Island, and St. Johns, and county-specific permitting processes across four jurisdictions means local expertise matters. Scott Campbell has built pools across all four counties and knows exactly what each building department requires, what site conditions to expect, and how to manage HOA review where applicable.
Scott’s Pools & Spas brings 15+ years of pool construction experience to every Jacksonville-area build. As the licensed Florida pool contractor of record (CPC1460880), Scott personally manages every aspect of your project — design, engineering, permitting, on-site oversight, inspections, and final handover. You work directly with your contractor from the first call to the day you swim.
Licensed, local & personally accountable. Scott’s Pools & Spas holds Florida Pool Contractor License CPC1460880, carries full general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and maintains a 5.0-star rating across 68 verified Google reviews. Every build is permitted to Florida Building Code across all four counties we serve, and your contractor — Scott — is personally on-site throughout construction, not a project manager you’ve never met.
Talk to a Licensed Jacksonville Pool Contractor
Fill out the form below or call Scott directly to schedule your free design consultation. Scott will review your property, discuss your vision, and provide a free 3D rendering of your future pool.
Why Jacksonville Homeowners Choose Scott’s as Their Pool Contractor
One Contractor. Your Entire Project.
Scott is the contractor of record on every build — personally handling design, permitting, inspections, on-site oversight, and your final walkthrough. No handoffs, no middlemen, no surprises.
Florida Pool Contractor License CPC1460880
Fully licensed and insured. Every build is engineered, permitted, and inspected to Florida Building Code across all four counties we serve. Verify CPC1460880 on the Florida DBPR website.
5.0-Star Google Rating
68 verified Google reviews and a perfect 5.0 rating. Consistent results from real Jacksonville-area homeowners, build after build.
New Builds Only
We don’t do remodels, repairs, or weekly maintenance. 100% focus on new pool construction means 100% of our expertise goes into your build.
What Your Jacksonville Pool Contractor Builds
Every project starts with a free on-site consultation and a detailed 3D rendering so you can see exactly what you’re getting before your contractor breaks ground. Scott listens to your vision, evaluates your property, and designs a pool that fits your backyard, your lifestyle, and your budget.
All builds use concrete shotcrete construction — the most durable, customizable, and long-lasting method available. No fiberglass, no vinyl. For a Jacksonville homeowner investing $60,000+, concrete is the right long-term choice for Florida’s sandy soil conditions and year-round swim season.
What This Jacksonville Pool Contractor Builds
- ✓Custom pool and spa combinations — saltwater, heated, and sized for your property
- ✓Geometric and freeform designs tailored to your home’s architecture and yard layout
- ✓Sun shelves and tanning ledges built into the pool shell at the design stage
- ✓Water features — sheer descents, scuppers, bubblers, and deck jets
- ✓Fire features — fire bowls and fire-on-water combinations for evening ambiance
- ✓Screen enclosures — aluminum pool cages keeping debris and insects out year-round
- ✓Paver hardscaping and decking — travertine and concrete pavers surrounding your pool
- ✓Outdoor kitchens and living spaces — complete backyard environments built alongside your pool
- ✓Pentair smart automation — control your pool, spa, lighting, and features from your phone
What Jacksonville Homeowners Should Know Before Hiring a Pool Contractor
Permitting in Jacksonville is handled through your specific county’s building department — Duval (City of Jacksonville), Clay, Nassau, or St. Johns. Each has its own review timelines, fee schedules, and inspection requirements. As the licensed contractor of record, Scott manages all permitting documentation, engineering plan submissions, and inspection scheduling. You won’t need to interact with building departments directly.
HOA architectural review applies to many Jacksonville-area communities, particularly in St. Johns County and Ponte Vedra. If your property is in an HOA, approval runs parallel to — and independently of — the county permit process. Scott will flag this early and help you understand both timelines so they can proceed simultaneously.
Florida’s pool safety barrier requirements under Florida Statute 515 require all new residential pools to have a compliant barrier — typically a screened enclosure, fencing with self-latching gates, or approved door alarms. Barrier compliance is documented in the permit application and verified at inspection. Scott manages this as part of every build.
Build timeline for Jacksonville pools typically runs 4–7 months from signed contract to your first swim — including 4–8 weeks for county plan review and 8–12 weeks of active construction once the permit is issued. Scott sets clear timeline expectations upfront and keeps you informed at every stage.
Why Jacksonville Pool Contractors Stay Busy Year-Round
Jacksonville’s climate delivers what pool owners want most: a swim season that runs 10–11 months of the year. Average summer temperatures in the low-to-mid 90s, mild winters, and consistent sunshine mean demand for a qualified pool contractor in Northeast Florida stays strong year-round.
With home values in established communities like Ponte Vedra Beach, Nocatee, and Palencia regularly exceeding $600,000–$1M+, a well-built custom pool is a natural investment in both lifestyle and property value. A properly designed and constructed pool by a licensed Florida contractor typically adds 5–8% to home value in Northeast Florida markets.
Scott’s 15+ years of building in Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns County means he understands Jacksonville’s specific soil conditions, each county’s permitting environment, and the expectations of homeowners across Northeast Florida’s diverse neighborhoods — from Atlantic Beach to Fleming Island to Fernandina Beach.
How Your Jacksonville Pool Contractor Works
A transparent process from first call to final handover — with your licensed contractor personally involved at every stage.
Initial Call & Property Review
We discuss your goals, timeline, and budget. You’ll need an up-to-date property survey — Scott will help if you don’t have one.
On-Site Design Consultation
Scott visits your Jacksonville property to evaluate the yard, sun orientation, and site conditions, and to align on your design vision before anything is drawn.
Free 3D Design & Proposal
A detailed 3D rendering and fully itemized proposal are created at no charge. We refine it together until it’s exactly right before you commit to anything.
Contract & Finish Selections
Finalize your tile, decking, and interior finish at a showroom visit. Contract signed and initial deposit collected. All remaining payments are progress-based.
Engineering & Permitting
Scott prepares and submits all engineering plans and permit applications to your county. He manages all review correspondence and inspection scheduling.
Construction
Excavation, steel, plumbing, shell, tile, coping, decking, equipment, enclosures, and interior finish — typically 8–12 weeks from permit approval to a filled pool.
Startup & Pool School
Water balanced, equipment started, and Scott walks you through your automation system and maintenance basics in person.
Final Handover
Final inspections, complete walkthrough, remaining balance collected. Project officially closed out and handed over — pool is yours.
Jacksonville Communities We Build In
Scott’s Pools & Spas builds custom pools throughout Northeast Florida — Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns County.
Recent Jacksonville Pool Projects
Custom inground pools built by Scott’s Pools & Spas across Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns County.
Quick Answers: Hiring a Pool Contractor in Jacksonville, FL
Direct answers to the questions Jacksonville homeowners ask most often about hiring a pool contractor.
Who is the best licensed pool contractor in Jacksonville, FL?
Scott’s Pools & Spas is a licensed, owner-operated Jacksonville pool contractor with a 5.0-star Google rating from 68+ verified reviews. Scott Campbell is the contractor of record on every build, personally managing each project from design to final handover. License CPC1460880 — verifiable on the Florida DBPR website.
How much does a pool cost in Jacksonville?
Custom inground concrete pools in Jacksonville start at $60,000. The Signature Build Package — saltwater pool with integrated spa and paver decking — starts at $90,000. Larger custom builds with outdoor kitchens, water features, and screen enclosures typically run $130,000–$200,000+.
How long does a Jacksonville pool contractor take to build a pool?
4–7 months from signed contract to first swim. County plan review takes 4–8 weeks depending on Duval, Clay, Nassau, or St. Johns. Active construction runs 8–12 weeks once the permit is issued.
Does the pool contractor handle permits and inspections?
Yes. Scott personally manages all engineering plans, permit submissions to your county building department, and inspection scheduling throughout the build. You don’t need to interact with building departments directly.
Jacksonville Pool Contractor FAQ
Common questions from Jacksonville homeowners about hiring a licensed pool contractor with Scott’s Pools & Spas.
Scott’s Pools & Spas is a licensed, owner-operated pool contractor serving Jacksonville and Northeast Florida. Scott Campbell holds Florida Pool Contractor License CPC1460880, carries a 5.0-star Google rating from 68+ verified reviews, and is the contractor of record on every build from first consultation through final handover. Call (904) 364-0028 to schedule your free consultation.
New concrete pool builds with Scott’s Pools & Spas start at $60,000. The Signature Build Package — a saltwater pool with integrated spa, paver decking, and full Pentair equipment — starts at $90,000. Larger builds with outdoor kitchens, water features, fire features, and screen enclosures typically run $130,000–$200,000+. Every proposal is fully itemized before you sign anything.
Concrete (shotcrete) only. We don’t build fiberglass or vinyl liner pools. Shotcrete provides superior structural strength, complete design flexibility, and long-term durability — the right choice for Florida’s soil conditions and year-round swim season.
Yes. Scott manages all permitting documentation, engineering plan submissions, and inspection scheduling across all four counties we serve. He knows each county’s building department, review timelines, and requirements — so permits get submitted correctly the first time and delays are minimized.
4–7 months total from signed contract to your first swim. County plan review typically takes 4–8 weeks depending on your county. Active construction runs 8–12 weeks from permit issuance to a filled pool. Scott provides a realistic timeline during your consultation and keeps you updated at every stage.
Yes. Scott’s Pools & Spas builds across all of Northeast Florida — Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Fleming Island, Orange Park, Nocatee, St. Johns, Palencia, Yulee, and Fernandina Beach. We cover Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns County.
Yes. Every project starts with a free on-site consultation where Scott visits your property, evaluates your yard, and discusses your design vision. From there, we create a free 3D rendering and fully itemized proposal at no charge — before you commit to anything. Call (904) 364-0028 or fill out the form on this page to get started.
Yes. Scott’s Pools & Spas works with Lyon Financial and HFS Financial for new pool construction financing — unsecured loans requiring no home equity, with terms up to 30 years. Financing is introduced after your design and total scope are finalized. Visit our financing page for details and direct application links.
Yes — a lifetime limited warranty on all pools and spas we build. Full warranty details are provided at contract signing. Every build uses concrete construction and established equipment brands like Pentair — built to last in Florida’s conditions.
Ready to Hire a Jacksonville Pool Contractor?
Talk directly with Scott Campbell — Jacksonville’s licensed, owner-operated pool contractor. Free design consultation, free 3D rendering, and no pressure until you’re ready to commit.
Scott’s Pools & Spas — Jacksonville, FL — (904) 364-0028 — Licensed Pool Contractor CPC1460880