Pool Envy LLC

01/02/2026

For 2026, our focus stays the same: safety first.
It’s no surprise we care about the “tiny” details, as those are usually the ones that prevent big failures.

As our growth continues, we now have more resources to connect the dots across field conditions, codes, and documentation. This means clients get clarity, and safety stays the standard.

12/31/2025

12/31/2025

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12/29/2025

Licensure to many appears to be "a government trying to suck the dollars out of contractors pockets, and exploit them." This is the recurring theme from unlicensed individuals in Florida.

Reality, licensure means that contractors need to provide a set of standards via exam that they are competent to lead certain aspects required by the licensure board.

For many here, we see a guy from Wisconsin making a lot of trips (sorry, I'll get Texas here soon too); but my good photos are Florida this time of year.

An example of how a licensed contractor is working to serve the communities --- This pool gate is "locked" with a deadbolt from both sides. Meaning, a key is required to enter and exit. That also means the fire inspector could not get into the enclosure when they needed to obtain photos! Florida has many HOA's that also host short-term-rentals, and as a result, many guests at these STR's may not know "oh, I should take a key with me" and it can result in people being injured climbing over metal gates. (And yes, according to the health department; this does happen.)

In other areas, you may run into "night swimming" - folks just want to have fun with their family. Except, pool require licensure to operate at night. (Why?) It is not oppressive over-reach; it is to ensure enough light is on the bottom of the pool that you could see someone if there was an issue. -- However, some facilities may still decide to operate outside their licensure. This is where as a licensed individual, I help bridge that gap.

Florida requires a photometric survey for night swimming. My license does allow me to perform these and sign off. (In this instance, I am not involved in that aspect of it.)

As we move into 2026, I know there are going to be "safer" pools that many people walking through the gates will never see or know that someone was there that found an issue.

For those this past year who feel burdened by the system, it is time to focus that energy on obtaining licensure. This is the one way you can prove insurance, background, and other necessary fundementals and show you are there and willing to step ahead.

Remember, licensure isn't proof of great work. It's proof that someone took the right steps. From there, they have the honor of working on refinine their skills.

Lastly, it is a joy to bring family along for the trip and help train the next generation on how to observe. Perhaps, if enough trouble is reduced, the cost of insurance could potentially decrease too.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas everyone. During December, I had a work-trip to Florida and in the proces, we stopped by a few places to get some great photos. This is a totally "shamles" tag and a bit totally random but, we enjoy the content by The Traveling Red but I know that you get 0% response if you never try :)

All things outside the bubble (IYKYK), my work involves looking at details that the majority of people think "um, ok, cool. glad that works for you."

During our visit to a South West Florida Pool, we happened to spot a conflict between night swimming and the license of the pool (this is a big oops in Florida.) - It may save a life someday though. Our focus is on education, compliance, and safety. Along the way though, we see fun, exciting, and neat places.

What you don't see is the entire family, and that is okay. While I understand "social" - I also understand allowing family to have the opportunity to 'opt out'

We all had a beautiful time and hopefully, helped a few pools be just a bit safer in 2025.

Thank you for hanging out with us on our journey.

12/25/2025

This Christmas, when you jump in that hot tub. Remember, if the water smells “chlorine like” - you likely are bathing with the residue of the people before you 🙂

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from Pool Envy!