Pool Design, Construction & Remodeling in Clearwater, Florida

Clearwater Pool Builders for New Pools and Backyard Renovations

Clearwater backyards range from compact established lots to larger properties with lanais, mature landscaping, and existing pools ready for a new chapter. Payne Pool Professionals designs custom gunite pools, installs Latham fiberglass pools, and renovates eligible existing pools throughout the Clearwater area.

Our Tampa team develops each project around the home, yard, access, intended use, and applicable jurisdiction—not around a generic pool package.

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Clearwater Pool Builders

Make the Most of the Clearwater Backyard You Have

On an established Clearwater property, the pool design often has to work around conditions that are already in place. Existing patios, lanais, fences, landscaping, utilities, drainage patterns, easements, setbacks, neighboring structures, and equipment locations can all affect what fits and how construction can proceed.

Some addresses may also have flood-zone, coastal, or site-specific requirements. These conditions are not the same across Clearwater and must be evaluated for the individual property.

Payne starts with a conversation about how you want to use the space. A pool for family activity may need a different layout from a pool centered on entertaining, a spa, a shallow lounging area, or a quieter retreat.

Pool Options

Compare Clearwater Gunite and Fiberglass Pools

Design a Custom Gunite Pool

Gunite pool construction gives homeowners broad flexibility in shape, depth, entries, benches, spas, sun shelves, raised features, lighting, water features, and finish combinations. It can be especially useful when the pool needs to respond closely to the architecture or usable yard.

Select a Latham Fiberglass Pool

Latham fiberglass pools offer a smooth manufactured surface and a selection of established shapes, sizes, depths, steps, seating, and color options. The selected shell and installation plan must suit the property, access, and desired backyard layout.

Payne's Tampa operation does not offer new vinyl-liner pool construction in Clearwater.

3D Pool Design

Plan the Pool and Surrounding Space Together

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The pool shape is only the beginning. A useful design also considers how people will move between the home, lanai, deck, pool entry, seating areas, and equipment location. Payne's 3D design process helps homeowners evaluate those relationships before construction begins.

The rendering can show the proposed pool, spa, deck area, water features, and other major elements. Final construction remains subject to approved plans, engineering, permitting, inspections, and site conditions.

Request a Consultation

Schedule a Clearwater 3D Pool Design Consultation

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Permitting

Clearwater Pool Permitting and Site Conditions

The applicable permitting authority depends on the property address and jurisdiction. Pool projects may require site plans, engineered documents, safety information, equipment details, drainage or flood-related documentation, and other property-specific materials.

Payne coordinates the applicable permitting process for eligible projects based on the approved design and governing jurisdiction. Because requirements can change, the project-specific requirements are confirmed during planning.

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Pool Remodeling

Clearwater Pool Remodeling

Clearwater's established housing makes renovation an important part of the local pool market. If the pool's finish is worn, its tile or coping feels dated, the deck no longer works with the yard, or the equipment needs evaluation, Payne can help define an eligible pool remodeling scope.

Depending on the existing pool, a remodel may include interior resurfacing, replastering, tile, coping, decking, lighting, compatible equipment, or several improvements planned together. Not every pool can support every requested change, so the work begins with the pool that is already there.

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Materials & Equipment

Materials and Equipment for Clearwater Pools

Interior finish affects the appearance of the water. Tile creates a visual transition at the waterline. Coping defines the perimeter, and decking connects the pool to the rest of the outdoor area. Explore available pool finishes and pool decking and coping as part of the broader design.

For eligible projects, Payne can also coordinate pumps, filters, heaters, lighting, controls, and compatible pool equipment and automation.

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Clearwater Pool Builders

A Tampa Pool Team Serving Clearwater

Payne's Clearwater projects are served through its Tampa operation. Homeowners can compare new-pool construction methods, develop the project in 3D, coordinate finish selections, and discuss eligible remodeling through one regional team.

Payne Pools Tampa LLC operates under Florida license CPC1460793.

Explore completed work in the Tampa pool gallery and visit Payne Pool Professionals reviews before beginning your consultation.

Serving Clearwater

Serving Clearwater and Nearby Pinellas Communities

Clearwater is part of Payne's Tampa Bay service area. Nearby communities served by the Tampa team include Largo, St. Petersburg, and eligible properties elsewhere across Pinellas County.

Service availability depends on the property, jurisdiction, project scope, access, and active building territory.

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Tampa: (813) 421-1159 · Payne Pools Tampa LLC — Florida License CPC1460793

Reviews

What Homeowners Say About Payne Pool Professionals

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Professional and great to deal with
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We got a pool from Payne Pool a little over a year ago. We went with a gunite salt water pool. I should have written this review then. They did a wonderful job with what we requested. They extended our patio at a fraction of the price of what other's were quoting us. My only issue is that I wasn't too impressed by their "pool school" they held for us right after the construction. I had no manuals that were left behind or anything to reference. It was A LOT of information especially for people that have never owned a pool before. However, I will say that any time I have had a question they kindly answered me and always fulfilled my requested. I recently had Jonathan come by and do a quick "pool school" session with me. He was kind and patient and shared valuable information I didn't receive the first time.
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Unbelievably awesome! Less than 10 weeks from no hole in the ground to my salt water and heated pool is complete and beautiful! Awesome owners, project managers, and office manager who helped me design and show tiles and mosaic options for me to choose! I’ll be teaching Swim Life Water Survival lessons starting in April so Payne Pool Professionals kept to their schedule to get my pool complete in time for me to start teaching!
Frequently Asked Questions

Clearwater Pool Builder FAQ

Yes. Payne serves eligible Clearwater properties through its Tampa operation. Project availability depends on the property, jurisdiction, access, scope, and active building territory.

Yes. Payne designs custom gunite pools for eligible Clearwater properties, allowing the shape, depth, entries, seating, features, lighting, and finishes to be developed around the approved design.

Yes. Payne installs Latham fiberglass pools when an available model and the property conditions are appropriate for the project.

No. Payne's Tampa operation does not offer new vinyl-liner pool construction. New-pool options focus on gunite and fiberglass.

Yes. Eligible remodeling projects may include interior resurfacing, replastering, tile, coping, decking, lighting, compatible equipment, and broader coordinated improvements.

Yes. Pool construction is subject to the requirements of the jurisdiction governing the property. Requirements vary by address, property conditions, and project scope.

Cost can be affected by pool type, size, depth, access, excavation and site conditions, features, finishes, decking, equipment, permitting, engineering, and overall design complexity.

Call (813) 421-1159 or use the consultation form on this page.

Create a Clearwater Backyard That Fits the Home

Tell Payne how you want to use the pool, what the property already includes, and which details matter most. The Tampa team can help you compare appropriate new-pool or remodeling options.