Reviews
What customers say — Google is the largest, most representative sample.
How They Compare
Against typical Florida pool builders.
Standing & Verification
Official-record checks from FL DBPR, permit databases and state records.
Permit Track Record
Built from public county building-permit records — volume, value and work-mix over time. No other directory shows this.
Recent Permits
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Current Workload
Open permits as of June 2026 — a proxy for current activity.
License & Credentials
Florida state contractor license & scope of work.
✓ FL DBPR record found- License #
- CPC1459834
- Type
- Certified Pool/Spa Contractor
- Status
- Active
- Qualifier
- Brandon Lee Fox
Ownership
Where They Build
Florida counties where Fox Pools Inc has pulled pool-build permits — hover any county for the count. Darker = more pools built there.
Service Area
Based near 438 Interstate Ct, Sarasota, FL 34240.
Serving its Florida market — see the build map for exact coverage.
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Two Perspectives
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Pool Cost Estimator
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About Fox Pools Inc
Fox Pools Inc has pulled 208 building permits across Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties — with 15 of its 20 most recent projects concentrated inside Sarasota alone, at an average permitted value of $99,500 per pool.
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Fox Pools Inc has amassed 208 building permits on public record, a volume that places it firmly among the more active custom pool contractors in the Sarasota metro. In 2025 alone the company pulled 20 permits with an average project value of $99,500 — and the typical permitted pool value across the sample sits at $82,000, suggesting a mix of new builds ranging from entry-level in-ground installs to premium custom projects. Currently 4 permits remain open and active, meaning the crew is actively building right now. Recent jobs include a $200,000 project at 638 Siesta Dr and a $100,000 new pool at 5215 Hidden Harbor Rd, both in Sarasota — addresses that point to established, premium neighborhoods.
Geographically, Fox Pools Inc is tightly anchored to Sarasota County. Of the 20 most recent permits tracked, 15 were in Sarasota, 3 in Manatee County, and 1 in Charlotte County. This is not a company chasing volume across a wide multi-county footprint; it builds close to home, which typically means the crew is local, site visits are responsive, and subcontractors know the local permitting offices. Their office at 438 Interstate Ct, Sarasota puts them squarely in the markets they serve most.
Every permit tracked in the recent sample is categorized as a Pool build — 100% of the recorded work type is pool construction, with no fence, addition, or unrelated trade work muddying the permit record. The license is held by Brandon Lee Fox (license CPC1459834, Certified Pool/Spa Contractor, active since 2022 per FL DBPR), and the license status is confirmed active. Pool-only permitting focus combined with a dedicated qualifier license means this is a specialist operation, not a general contractor who occasionally builds pools on the side.
Customer feedback is strong across multiple platforms. On Google, Fox Pools Inc holds a 4.7-star average from 59 reviews — well above the typical Florida pool contractor average. Birdeye aggregates 58 reviews at the same 4.7-star level. Facebook shows a perfect 5.0 from 7 reviewers. Top praise tags across the reviews include design, on-time delivery, recommend, quality, crew professionalism, and clean job sites — a consistent picture of a company that sweats the customer experience from contract through completion. One verified Google reviewer wrote: "I contacted six firms prior to Fox Pools. Some firms did NOT communicate back… Fox Pools truly enjoys constructing one of a kind pools." Another noted: "Every contractor that worked for Fox Pools were efficient, professional, polite and cleaned up after themselves. I also found out most of them had been with Fox Pools for many years, some for almost 20 years." A third reviewer highlighted their use of Pentair equipment throughout and a remote monitoring and control system installation — details that suggest a company invested in quality equipment sourcing, not just build-and-go.
For a homeowner vetting pool builders in Sarasota, the data tells a clear story: Fox Pools Inc is an active, licensed specialist with a dense local permit record, a premium pricing tier (average pool values near $82,000–$99,500), and consistently strong customer satisfaction across all major review platforms. With 4 open permits currently, they are busy but not at a pace that suggests an overextended backlog. If you are building in Sarasota County, this company has done it nearby — repeatedly.
Credentials & Recognition
FSPA/PHTA certifications & design awards when on file.
CPC · top FL pool credentialBuildZoom-listedFox Pools Inc — Frequently Asked Questions
Answered from public records.
Is Fox Pools Inc licensed to build pools in Florida?
Yes. Fox Pools Inc holds Florida contractor license CPC1459834, classified as a Certified Pool/Spa Contractor and verified active on the FL DBPR registry. The license qualifier is Brandon Lee Fox. You can confirm current status at any time through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation's online license search.
How many pools has Fox Pools Inc built?
Public permit records show 208 building permits on file for Fox Pools Inc. In 2025, the company pulled 20 pool permits — its most recent tracked year — averaging $99,500 per project. That level of consistent permit activity over multiple years reflects a company that builds pools as its primary business, not a side operation.
What does a pool from Fox Pools Inc typically cost?
Based on 2025 public permit valuations, Fox Pools Inc projects average $99,500 per pool, with a typical permitted value of $82,000 across the broader sample. Permit valuations reflect the declared construction cost to the county, not necessarily the final contract price. Recent jobs have ranged from $80,000 to $200,000, suggesting they handle both mid-range and premium custom builds.
Where does Fox Pools Inc build pools?
Fox Pools Inc is concentrated in Sarasota County — 15 of the 20 most recently tracked permits were in Sarasota. They also build in Manatee County (3 permits) and Charlotte County (1 permit). Their office is at 438 Interstate Ct, Sarasota, FL 34240. This tight geographic focus means they are a local specialist in the Sarasota metro, not a company spread thin across the state.
What types of work does Fox Pools Inc permit?
Every permit in the recent 20-permit sample is categorized as a Pool build, accounting for 100% of the tracked work type. Fox Pools Inc does not appear in permit records for fencing, additions, or unrelated trades. This pool-only permit profile confirms they are a dedicated pool contractor rather than a general contractor who builds pools on the side.
How busy is Fox Pools Inc right now?
As of the most recent data, Fox Pools Inc has 4 open permits actively in progress. The most recent permit processed was in September 2025 for a $200,000 project on Siesta Dr in Sarasota. Four concurrent open permits is a manageable workload for an established contractor, suggesting they have capacity to take on new projects without excessive backlog risk.
What do customers say about Fox Pools Inc?
Fox Pools Inc holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 59 reviews — well above the Florida contractor average of roughly 4.4 stars. Birdeye aggregates 58 reviews at the same 4.7-star level. Facebook shows a perfect 5.0 from 7 reviewers. The most frequently cited praise tags are design, on-time delivery, recommend, quality, crew professionalism, and clean job sites. The complaint log in public review data is effectively zero — no complaint tags appear in the structured review analysis.
How long has Fox Pools Inc been operating?
The foxpoolsfl.com domain has been online since 2012, giving the company at least a 14-year web presence. The contractor license CPC1459834 was issued in 2022 under qualifier Brandon Lee Fox, though the company's site references over 40 years of combined experience. The 208 total permits on public record confirm sustained, ongoing building activity over multiple years.
Does Fox Pools Inc handle pool remodeling or only new builds?
Fox Pools Inc markets both new pool construction and remodeling services. Verified customer reviews document a full pool resurface with PebbleTec, new tile, pool coping, filter and pump replacement, and spa-to-sunshelf conversion — demonstrating real remodeling capacity. One reviewer explicitly noted that Fox was willing to do the restoration work while other contractors pressured them to tear out the existing pool and start over.
What equipment brands does Fox Pools Inc use?
Multiple customer reviews specifically cite Pentair as the equipment brand used on Fox Pools Inc projects. One reviewer noted that Fox Pools guided them through Pentair equipment selection to maximize performance without overspending, and installed a remote monitoring and control system. Another mentioned the company's website lists equipment brands and US supplier sourcing — a level of transparency uncommon among pool contractors.
How do I contact Fox Pools Inc or get a quote?
You can reach Fox Pools Inc by phone at (941) 379-9589 or through their website at foxpoolsfl.com. You can also submit a quote request directly through the form on this page and it will be forwarded to the Fox Pools team. Multiple reviewers noted that the sales team — particularly a rep named Merle — typically responded within the same day or within half an hour of an initial inquiry.
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