Updated: May 12, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
4111 Arkansas Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33703
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Great Escapes Custom Pools
Great Escapes Custom Pools is an industry leader in tailored pool construction & service. We started our journey as a pool service company, developing extensive expertise in all facets of pool design, maintenance, and functionality. Today, we're proud to offer comprehensive services in new pool construction, remodeling, & feature additions. Whether you envision a modern, sleek design or a lush, tropical oasis, we bring your dream to life within 90 days, always guaranteeing 100% customer satisfaction. We also specialize in enhancing your pool with unique features like LED lights, waterfalls, fire features, or spas. Transform your backyard into a personal paradise – a true 'great escape'!
From BuildZoom: Great Escapes Custom Pools, 4111 Arkansas Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL holds a Certified Contractor license and 3 other licenses according to the Ocala license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 111 ranks in the top 4% of 191,428 Florida licensed contractors.
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Great Escapes Custom Pools Contact Information
Phone Number: (727) 902-4849
Address: 4111 Arkansas Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33703
Great Escapes Custom Pools St. Petersburg
Quality
111
96th percentile
Pro tip:
We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Great Escapes Custom Pools has a BuildZoom score of 111, which places them above 96% of 191,428 contractors in Florida.
Activity
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11 projects
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2025 |
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6 projects
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2024 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Great Escapes Custom Pools has worked on at least
18.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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4 projects
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New Constructions |
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13 projects
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Pool and spa constructions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Great Escapes Custom Pools mostly works on
pool and spa construction
and new construction
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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5 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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9 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $105,072. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Great Escapes Custom Pools Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
2
reviews
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By Betty L.May 11, 2023
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By Brad L.February 8, 2023
Jimmy & Steve were excellent to deal with. They designed and built my custom pool exactly as promised. Timeline was spot on and couldn't be happier with the quality and commitment of these guys, Would highly recommend!!!
Building Permits by Great Escapes Custom Pools
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
New commercial inground pool
Valuation:
$549,348
Permit #:
COMPOOL-2025-000013
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,054
Permit Type:
In-ground concret...
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - new construction commercial swimming pool adding spa according to amd
Valuation:
$390,650
Permit #:
BCP2024-070663
Status:
expired
Fee:
$5,499
Permit Type:
New
Building Type:
Multi-family/comm...
Ncrqd: new inground pool building with footer. sf bld2406-0585 lot 34 hillwood ph i ii & iii
Valuation:
$110,544
Permit #:
BLD2501-3483
Status:
issued
Fee:
$268
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New concrete inground pool with sunshelf
Valuation:
$85,262
Permit #:
RESPOOL-2025-000231
Status:
complete
Fee:
$426
Permit Type:
In-ground concret...
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - new inground concrete pool building
Valuation:
$145,884
Permit #:
BCP2025-050007
Status:
filed
Fee:
$2,456
Permit Type:
New
Building Type:
Multi-family/comm...
Installation of new swimming pool with screen cage
Valuation:
$106,585
Permit #:
RESPOOL-2023-000894
Status:
complete
Fee:
$651
Permit Type:
In-ground concret...
Building Type:
N/A
New pool and spa building
Valuation:
$236,189
Permit #:
CBLDC-1025-00012
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$192,851
Permit #:
25-5000832
Status:
triage
Fee:
$64
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of new residential concrete pool
Valuation:
$103,124
Permit #:
RESPOOL-2024-000436
Status:
complete
Fee:
$471
Permit Type:
In-ground concret...
Building Type:
N/A
New swimming pool with footer sunshelf and spa spa
Valuation:
$92,744
Permit #:
RESPOOL-2024-000813
Status:
issued
Fee:
$471
Permit Type:
In-ground concret...
Building Type:
N/A
Pool resurfacing including pool tile replacement
Valuation:
$135,000
Permit #:
HC-BLD-23-0043642
Status:
complete
Fee:
$558
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install swimming pool; pool/deck at grade (no heater per plans). b/e noc req on site...add electric heat
Valuation:
$53,110
Permit #:
BR-POL-24-00007
Status:
complete
Fee:
$809
Permit Type:
Pool/spa inground
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$2,000
Permit #:
25-9000819|000/000/GARE/00
Status:
complete
Fee:
$61
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$68,558
Permit #:
25-7000027|000/000/POOL/00
Status:
issued
Fee:
$368
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$68,558
Permit #:
25-7000027|000/000/ELER/00
Status:
triage
Fee:
$368
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$75,756
Permit #:
25-8001214|000/000/POOL/00
Status:
issued
Fee:
$404
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$75,756
Permit #:
25-8001214|000/000/ELER/00
Status:
issued
Fee:
$404
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$75,756
Permit #:
25-8001214|000/000/BRES/00
Status:
triage
Fee:
$404
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No Description Available
Valuation:
$192,851
Permit #:
25-5000832|000/000/POOL/00
Status:
issued
Fee:
$317
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Inground cement pool & spa building
Valuation:
$144,000
Permit #:
RESPOOL-2025-000479
Status:
issued
Fee:
$426
Permit Type:
In-ground concret...
Building Type:
N/A
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Great Escapes Custom Pools License info
Verified License
| License # | CPC1460225 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Ocala |
| Type | Certified Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
Verify this license's status for Great Escapes Custom Pools at the The City of Ocala, Florida.
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Verified License
| License # | CPC1460225 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Certified Pool/Spa Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2025.
Verify this license's status for Great Escapes Custom Pools at the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.
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License Not Verified
| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Construction Business Information |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of December, 2025. Check the current license status of Great Escapes Custom Pools with the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation
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Verified License
| License # | CPC1460013 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Certified Pool/Spa Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2025.
Verify this license's status for Great Escapes Custom Pools at the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.
This is a sample of licensing data; click here to access a complete history.
111
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Arthur J Gallagher Risk Management Services |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Arthur J Gallagher Risk Management |
18
Permits
- Building permit records show that Great Escapes Custom Pools has worked on 18 permitted projects.
Honest, reliable company. Beautiful custom pool built, just like we wanted. Would highly recommend!!