Griffin Pools

Griffin Pools has pulled 200 building permits across multiple Florida jurisdictions — a volume that places them well above the average regional pool builder. Their busiest year on record was 2020, when they permitted 76 pools, followed closely by 2019 with 68. They maintained a strong pace through 2021 (39 permits) before a significant slowdown, with only 2 permits in 2022, 1 in 2024, and 1 active permit as of early 2026. Of their 200 total permits, 194 have been finaled — a 97% completion rate that signals a contractor who consistently sees jobs through to final inspection. The average permitted project value across their busiest years runs approximately $41,174, based on permit valuations from 2019 through 2021. Their most recent active job is at 1112 Aruba Ave in Mulberry, permitted in March 2026.

The data tells a clear geographic story: Griffin Pools is a Polk County contractor through and through. Lakeland accounts for 91 of their 200 permits — nearly half their entire output — making it by far their dominant market. Polk County unincorporated areas add another 26 permits, and nearby Mulberry contributes 17. Winter Haven (14 permits) and Auburndale (10) round out their core five markets. They also reach into Haines City (6), Plant City (6), Lake Wales (6), Bartow (5), and Davenport (4), demonstrating a wide but clearly Polk-centered footprint. Their permit jurisdictions include Hillsborough County and Manatee County as well, though the overwhelming majority of their work stays within 30 miles of their Lakeland address at 3404 Reynolds Rd.

Pool construction is overwhelmingly their specialty: 182 of 200 permits are classified as Pool, with 3 additional Pool-Spa combos — meaning 185 of their 200 permits (92.5%) are dedicated pool work. The remaining permits cover residential miscellaneous work (9) and plan revisions (1). The license of record is held by Andrew Lawrence Bosse Jr under license number CPC1459778, a Certified Pool/Spa Contractor credential verified active on the Florida DBPR. The license has been on file since 2022, though the company's website domain dates to 2001, suggesting a long operating history under prior ownership or licensing arrangements. With 194 finaled permits out of 200 total, the completion record is strong by any measure.

Customer reviews span Google (131 reviews, 4.1 stars), Yelp (17 reviews, 2.9 stars), Angi (9 reviews, 3.9 stars), Facebook (3 reviews, 3.7 stars), and HomeAdvisor (1 review, 5 stars). The top praise tags from verified reviewers are professional, crew, on-time, quality, and communication. A recent five-star reviewer wrote: "Communication was excellent every step of the way — we were always informed on progress and what to expect next. The crew was reliable, respectful, and extremely skilled, and it was clear they took pride in their work." Another noted: "The process was quick, smooth and un-stressful... Larry who is the owner was also available to me and personally followed up on my concerns and oversaw the project weekly." The reviews also mention a 'pool school' walkthrough at project completion — a practical touch that helps homeowners understand their new system from day one.

For homeowners evaluating Griffin Pools, the data points to a contractor with deep Polk County roots and a proven track record of high-volume production — particularly between 2019 and 2021 when they averaged more than 60 pools per year. Their current permit pace is much lower (1-2 per year since 2022), which may reflect a deliberate shift toward higher-margin custom projects or ownership changes noted in some reviews. With 2 open permits as of mid-2026, they are not overwhelmed with current work. The complaint tags worth noting — delays/stalling (raised by 4 separate reviewers) — suggest that follow-through after project completion has been inconsistent for some customers. Weigh this against the strong majority of positive experiences before committing. Their average project cost of roughly $41,000 reflects a mid-market positioning for the Polk County area.