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- CPC056895
- Type
- Certified Pool/Spa Contractor
- Status
- Active
- Qualifier
- MURPHY, ROBERT DENNIS
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Based near 3090 Winter Lake Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803.
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About Davenport Post Pools
Davenport Post Pools has pulled 25 permits through City of Orlando records since 1996, with a clear commercial orientation: 4 of those permits are classified as commercial work, and recent projects in the Florida Center neighborhood have carried valuations as high as $488,000 — well above what a typical residential-only builder handles.
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Davenport Post Pools carries 25 permits across its public record, with its earliest traceable activity in 2007 (3 permits that year, averaging $182,819 each). Activity slowed during the 2010s — 1 to 2 permits per year between 2015 and 2018 — then picked back up with a $488,000 pool permitted at 5905 Caravan Ct in February 2023, followed by two permits at 7451 Universal Blvd in 2024 averaging $437,929 each. As of early 2026 the company has 2 open permits, including a $200,000 pool at 2000 Lee Rd in the Lake Fairview neighborhood. Nine permits have reached final inspection, giving the company a completion rate of approximately 82 percent on the permits where status is resolved.
Geographically, Davenport Post Pools concentrates its permitted work in Orlando-area neighborhoods rather than spreading across the state. Florida Center leads with 4 permits, making it the company's dominant build zone — not coincidentally, this neighborhood is home to major commercial corridors near Universal Boulevard. Baldwin Park comes second with 3 permits, and Lake Nona Central accounts for 2. Vista East, Lake Fairview, and Airport North each have 1 permit on record. This pattern suggests a contractor comfortable moving across Central Florida's commercial and upscale residential submarkets, operating from its Lakeland base at 3090 Winter Lake Rd.
The permit work-type mix sets Davenport Post Pools apart from purely residential builders. Of 25 total permits, 14 are classified as Pool work (56 percent), but 4 are classified as commercial — a proportion that signals experience with hospitality, resort, or multi-unit projects, not just backyard builds. Two permits fall under the Accessory category, 2 under Other, and 1 under New construction. The license holder is Robert Dennis Murphy (qualifier name on file: MURPHY, ROBERT DENNIS), holding Florida Certified Pool/Spa Contractor license CPC056895, issued through the FL DBPR with a license date of 1996 — nearly three decades of active credentialing. The 9 finaled permits on record provide documented evidence of projects carried through to final inspection approval.
On the reputation side, Davenport Post Pools has a 5-star Google rating, though the sample is thin at 1 review. The one customer on record, Howard 'Harold' Kieff, wrote in January 2022: 'I wouldn't have anyone else create an amazing backyard experience for me.' That kind of loyalty-first language — not 'great price' or 'on time,' but a statement about an experience — is worth noting. The company has no complaint tags on file and no negative reviews in the public record. For a contractor operating in the commercial and high-value residential space, a limited but unblemished review history is consistent with a referral-driven business model rather than a high-volume operation chasing online volume.
For a homeowner vetting this contractor: the data points to a boutique-to-mid-volume operator with commercial experience and a long licensing history since 1996. Recent permit valuations of $437,000–$488,000 indicate Davenport Post Pools is active in premium-tier projects. With 2 permits currently open, the company is actively working but not overwhelmed. Homeowners planning high-value or complex pool installations — particularly in the Central Florida / Orlando metro area — will find this company's commercial track record and 82 percent completion rate credible signals of execution capability. Always request references, verify license CPC056895 directly on the FL DBPR site, and confirm insurance before signing any contract.
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CPC · top FL pool credentialBuildZoom-listedDavenport Post Pools — Frequently Asked Questions
Answered from public records.
Is Davenport Post Pools licensed by the state of Florida?
Yes. Davenport Post Pools holds Florida Certified Pool/Spa Contractor license CPC056895, verified against the FL DBPR (Department of Business and Professional Regulation). The qualifying agent on file is Robert Dennis Murphy, licensed since 1996. You can confirm current status at myfloridalicense.com.
How many pools has Davenport Post Pools built?
Public permit records show 25 total permits on file, of which 14 are classified as Pool-type work. The company was most active in 2007 (3 permits) and has continued pulling permits consistently into 2024 and 2026. Nine permits have reached final inspection, with 2 currently open as of 2026.
What does a pool from Davenport Post Pools typically cost?
Based on permit valuations — which reflect estimated construction cost submitted to the city — recent Davenport Post Pools projects have ranged from $200,000 to $488,000. The 2024 average was approximately $437,929 per permit, and the 2023 project came in at $488,000. These are commercial-grade and premium residential valuations; permit cost does not include landscaping, fencing, or permitting fees.
Where does Davenport Post Pools build pools in Florida?
Permit records show Davenport Post Pools concentrates its work in the Orlando metro area. Florida Center leads with 4 permits, Baldwin Park has 3, and Lake Nona Central has 2. Lake Fairview, Vista East, and Airport North each have 1 permit. The company is based in Lakeland at 3090 Winter Lake Rd but clearly operates across Central Florida's commercial and residential corridors.
What types of pool work does Davenport Post Pools permit?
Of 25 total permits, 14 are Pool-type and 4 are classified as commercial work — an unusually high commercial ratio that suggests experience with hospitality pools, resort installations, or multi-unit properties. The remaining permits cover Accessory (2), Other (2), and New construction (1). This is not a contractor limited to simple backyard builds.
How busy is Davenport Post Pools right now?
As of June 2026, Davenport Post Pools has 2 open permits on file. The most recent was processed in February 2026 — a $200,000 pool permit at 2000 Lee Rd in the Lake Fairview neighborhood. This indicates the company is actively working, but with a relatively measured pace compared to higher-volume builders.
What do customers say about Davenport Post Pools?
Davenport Post Pools holds a 5-star Google rating based on 1 review. The sole reviewer, Howard 'Harold' Kieff (January 2022), wrote: 'I wouldn't have anyone else create an amazing backyard experience for me.' The company has no complaint tags on file and no negative reviews in the public record — consistent with a referral-focused business that does not rely on online volume for lead generation.
How long has Davenport Post Pools been in business?
Robert Dennis Murphy's Florida Certified Pool/Spa Contractor license (CPC056895) has been active since 1996 — nearly 30 years. Permit records trace the company's verifiable activity back to at least 2007, with continuous permitting through 2026. That longevity, combined with 25 permits across multiple decades, speaks to a stable operation that has survived multiple market cycles.
Does Davenport Post Pools handle commercial pool projects?
Yes. Four of the company's 25 permits are classified as commercial work — one of the higher commercial ratios among Florida pool contractors. Recent high-value permits near Universal Boulevard in the Florida Center neighborhood (a commercial corridor) reinforce this. If you are building a pool for a hotel, rental community, or commercial property, this contractor has documented experience in that category.
What is the completion rate for Davenport Post Pools permits?
Of the 25 permits on file, 9 have been finaled (final inspection passed) and 2 are currently open. This gives a completion rate of approximately 82 percent on closed permits — a solid signal that the company carries projects through to regulatory sign-off rather than abandoning them mid-process.
How do I contact Davenport Post Pools or request a quote?
You can reach Davenport Post Pools by phone at (863) 665-4952 or visit their website at davenportpost.com. To request a quote directly through this profile, use the 'Get a Free Quote' form on this page. If you are the business owner, you can also claim this profile to manage your listing on FloridaPoolInsider.
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