Business ProfilePool & Hot Tub Companies in Jacksonville, Florida
Clarkson Pools
Clarkson Pools
Clarkson Pools designs and builds custom residential and commercial pools in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, alongside pool renovations and outdoor-living projects. Founder John Clarkson began working in his family’s pool business in the 1960s and launched Pools by John Clarkson in 1989; the company rebranded as Clarkson Pools in 2024. Its Design Center includes a full-size show pool, while a Pool Care division continues service beyond construction. The integrated design-build process manages details from permitting and layout through finishes and the final walkthrough.
Last Updated October 7, 2026.
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Business Highlights
- The company describes itself as a licensed General Contractor for outdoor-living projects.
- It describes its commercial pool work as licensed CPC work and lists CPC numbers 009595, 1457425 and 1459376, plus CBC 1263546.
- Clarkson Pools says it is certified by USA Swimming for competition-pool construction.
- The company lists membership in United Aqua Group and the Florida Swimming Pool Association.
- It says its service technicians are trained by Zodiac to support Jandy equipment under and outside warranty.
- Clarkson Pools calls its continuing support after construction the Life of the Pool Commitment.
Service Area
Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach, Atlantic Beach, Nocatee, St. Augustine and surrounding Northeast Florida communities. Select commercial projects can extend beyond the region.
Active Business Listing
Clarkson Pools is one of 12 pool & hot tub companies ProsGrade lists in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Listing details
5 services listed, including Custom residential pool design and construction, Commercial pool construction and Pool renovations. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. 280 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Clarkson Pools compares with the other 11 pool & hot tub companies on ProsGrade in Jacksonville, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Has more Google reviews (280) than 10 of the 11 other Jacksonville pool & hot tub companies on ProsGrade.
Services Covered
5 services- Custom residential pool design and constructionFully custom shapes, layouts and elevations, with options for decking, tile, water features, automation and smart lighting.
- Commercial pool constructionProjects include amenity, HOA and community, multifamily, competition, elevated and podium, wellness, school and hospitality pools.
- Pool renovationsResurfacing, tile replacement, coping and decking repairs or replacement, equipment and automation upgrades, lighting, water features and structural changes.
- Outdoor livingCabanas, pavilions, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, hardscapes and decking.
- Pool care, maintenance and repairsWeekly cleaning, chemical testing and balancing, filter checks, and pump, filter, heater and automation repairs; service also includes salt conversions, lighting, deck and coping work.
Reviews
What customers say
Customers mention clear communication during construction and follow-through after completion. One customer highlights Russ’s use of a digital design program to shape the pool; another praises Cole’s schedule updates and foreman Lance’s care with the pool tile and bluestone grout.
Customer Reviews
Scott Mingus
This was the first pool we have ever had done or even had. Clarkson was our choice after mtg with other companies. Russ was great in helping us designing exactly what we wanted by the use of a digital program. Nailed it! Cole and John were our project guys and they were exceptional in their knowledge and willingness to go above and beyond our expectations. John Montgomery was my daily go to and it was great. Always kept us in the loop and did everything humanly possible to make us happy and provide a great finished project. You def need to reach out to Clarkson if you are wanting a pool. Every person (including their subs) were outstanding.
Lynn Cooney
We met with six pool builders prior to choosing Clarkson. We have really enjoyed working with them and they have far exceeded our expectations. Jim and John were amazing and would go above and beyond for us during the build and upon completion.
Katie Kaufman
We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Clarkson Pools from start to finish. Our pool was completed in just about 2½ months, and the entire process was smooth, organized, and well-communicated. The team at Clarkson Pools was incredibly professional, responsive, and attentive to every detail along the way.
Everyone we worked with was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about bringing our vision to life. Any questions or concerns we had were addressed quickly, which made the whole process stress-free. Jim, Jeff, and John at Clarkson Pools truly turned our dream pool into a reality, and we’re so grateful for their hard work. We would absolutely recommend Clarkson Pools to anyone looking to build a pool.
Ben Arnold
Clarkson did an incredible job on our pool/spa. Their team was very knowledgeable and professional. Design and construction was flawless and they went the "extra mile" on every aspect of this build. Even after completion they have continued to reach out and make sure we are good. Highly recommend them for any and all builds.
jeff schomburger
We had a great experience working with the Team at Clarkson Pools. Shannon helped us pick the perfect colors for our pool and blue stone for our deck. Both turned out great exceeding our expectations!! Cole our project manager kept us informed on the execution plans so we knew exactly where we were on the schedule every week. He pushed hard to get our project done on time! And finally, Lance our project foreman is an absolute perfectionist. He ensured all pool tiles and blue stone grout lines were exactly where they were supposed to be! And he kept the work crew highly motivated. Clarkson is a premium pool builder and well worth the price!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the Dream Meeting?
The team discusses pool use, home architecture, HOA and site requirements, and budget; designers use 3D tools to develop a plan for the space.
What happens before construction starts?
A design consultant and project manager confirm layout and logistics on site, while the team manages permits and HOA submittals.
What does Pool School cover?
A service professional provides a hands-on orientation to pool systems and automation, along with water-care and maintenance guidance.
Does Clarkson Pools offer financing?
The company partners with pool-financing providers and discusses available options during a consultation.