Residential Pools

For a typical custom pool, the entire process from design and permitting through construction takes approximately 4–6 months on average. Clarkson Classics can offer a more streamlined timeline, while large custom pool and complete outdoor living projects can take up to a year from initial design through final completion.

For Clarkson Classics, permitting typically takes about 4–6 weeks, followed by construction that can be completed in as little as six weeks. The streamlined design and selection process helps reduce the time required before construction begins.

For a custom pool, homeowners should generally plan for 1–2 months for design and selections, followed by 1–2 months for pre-construction activities, including engineering and permitting, and approximately 8–12 weeks for construction.

Complete outdoor living projects require additional planning and coordination. Projects that combine a custom pool with cabanas, extensive decking, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and other custom elements can take 6–8 months for construction, with the entire process from design and permitting through completion potentially taking up to a year.

Timelines can vary based on permitting, engineering requirements, design complexity, site conditions, weather, material selections, and the overall scope of the project. Clarkson Pools manages each phase of the process and provides homeowners with a project-specific timeline as the design and scope are developed.

Pool builder proposals can vary significantly in price because they are rarely pricing the exact same pool, materials, construction specifications, services, and project scope. When comparing proposals, it is important to look beyond the total price and understand exactly what each builder is including.

Differences can include the pool’s size and structure, equipment, interior finish, tile and coping selections, decking, water features, site preparation, access requirements, permitting, and other construction details. The level of planning and documentation can also vary. Depending on the project, Clarkson Pools may incorporate structural engineering, hydraulic planning, detailed specifications, and other construction documents needed to properly plan and build the pool.

The people and processes behind the proposal matter as well. An experienced design team, permitting knowledge, project management, construction expertise, communication throughout the build, and quality control all contribute to the final product and overall project experience.

It is also important to consider what happens after construction is complete. Clarkson Pools provides pool care, equipment service and repair, renovations, and ongoing support, allowing our team to serve homeowners throughout the lifecycle of their pool.

When comparing pool proposals, the best approach is to compare the complete scope, specifications, construction approach, team, and long-term support—not just the final price. Clarkson Pools focuses on delivering a well-planned project and a quality finished product built for long-term enjoyment and performance.

Absolutely. Clarkson Pools can meet with you at your home to evaluate the property, discuss your goals and budget, and better understand what is possible for your new pool and outdoor space.

An on-site visit allows our team to see important property-specific factors such as available space, access for construction, existing structures, drainage, elevations, utilities, and other conditions that can influence the design, construction process, and overall cost of your project. From there, our design team can develop a plan and 3D rendering to help you visualize how the pool and surrounding outdoor space will work together.

We also encourage homeowners to visit their prospective pool builder in person before making a decision. Building a pool is a significant investment and a relationship that can extend well beyond construction, so it is important to understand who you are working with, how they operate, and what resources they have to support your project.

At Clarkson Pools, clients can visit our Jacksonville showroom, meet members of our team, explore materials and finish selections, and see our show pool and outdoor living features in person. It provides an opportunity to experience the products, details, and level of quality you are considering for your own backyard—and to get a better understanding of the people and company that will be responsible for building and supporting your pool.

Clarkson Pools occasionally offers specials on pool equipment or technology through our valued manufacturer and vendor partners. For new pool construction, however, our approach is to provide our best pricing upfront rather than relying on pricing gimmicks or promotional offers.

Our focus is on designing and building a quality pool that reflects your goals while providing a clear understanding of the investment involved. We believe homeowners should be able to evaluate their project based on the design, scope, materials, equipment, construction standards, and overall value—not on a limited-time promotion.

If your initial dream pool or outdoor living concept is above the amount you are comfortable investing, our design team can work with you to value engineer the project. This may include adjusting the design, materials, features, or scope while maintaining the construction standards and quality expected from a Clarkson Pools project.

Our goal is to help you make informed decisions about where to invest in your project while delivering Clarkson Quality in the final product.

Yes. Pool decks can get hot in the Florida sun, and the material, color, finish, and amount of direct sunlight can make a significant difference in how hot the surface feels underfoot. Darker concrete and some natural stone products, such as bluestone, can become especially warm when exposed to direct sunlight.

When surface temperature is a priority, lighter-colored materials and finishes are generally worth considering. Options such as lighter-colored travertine can provide a different underfoot experience than darker materials, but every decking option has its own considerations for appearance, durability, maintenance, texture, and heat.

This is one reason it is important to work with a pool designer who has experience selecting materials for Northeast Florida’s climate. A material that looks great in a photo may perform differently when exposed to Florida sun throughout the day.

At the Clarkson Pools showroom, homeowners can see and compare decking materials, colors, textures, and finishes in person before making a selection. Our design team can help you weigh surface temperature alongside appearance, maintenance, durability, and the overall design of your pool and outdoor space.

Clarkson Pools provides a one-year full warranty on new pools, in addition to applicable manufacturer warranties on pool equipment, interior finishes, and other components. Through our relationships with manufacturers and suppliers, certain products may include extended coverage, such as a three-year warranty on qualifying Jandy and Fluidra equipment and longer warranty periods on select interior finishes.

We believe pool warranties should be clear and easy to understand. Warranty language in the pool industry can sometimes include terms such as “limited,” “extended,” or “lifetime,” but the actual coverage, exclusions, and company responsible for completing warranty work can vary significantly. We encourage homeowners comparing pool builders to request a complete copy of the warranty before making a decision and understand what is covered, what is excluded, how long the coverage lasts, and who will handle a claim.

Clarkson Pools uses a one-year full warranty to provide clear expectations and eliminate confusion about what is covered during the first year of pool ownership. Rather than relying on complicated warranty terminology, our goal is for homeowners to understand their coverage from the beginning.

Warranty support is also backed by Clarkson Pools’ in-house service and repair team. For qualifying equipment warranty claims that we are authorized to service, our team can coordinate the warranty process and complete the repair rather than requiring homeowners to navigate an unfamiliar third-party retail repair provider.

Beyond the first-year Clarkson Pools warranty, applicable manufacturer warranties remain in effect according to each manufacturer’s terms and conditions. Our team can explain the specific warranty coverage associated with the equipment, finishes, and materials selected for your pool before construction begins.