Florida Pool Contractor Licensing for Leak Detection
Florida regulates pool contracting through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). For pool-related work - which includes pressure testing plumbing, operating equipment, and making repair recommendations - the work falls within the licensed scope of a pool contractor.
There are two main licensing paths for pool contractors in Florida:
Local or county license - Some contractors hold a county or municipal license that allows them to work only within that jurisdiction. A contractor with a Palm Beach County license may not have the legal authority to perform the same work in Broward County. Local licenses vary in scope and authority.
Florida Certified Pool/Spa Contractor license - This is a state-level certification issued by the Florida DBPR. A certified contractor can work throughout Florida within the scope of that license. This is the higher-level credential.
For a company like Leak and Subsurface Locators that serves Palm Beach, Broward, Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River Counties, a certified statewide license is the appropriate credential. LSL holds Florida Certified Pool/Spa Contractor license CPC1457277.
When evaluating any pool leak detection company, ask specifically what type of license they hold, what license number it is, and whether it allows them to work in the county where your pool is located. Then verify it through the Florida DBPR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a pool leak detection company different from a pool repair company for licensing purposes?
The license type that covers pool work in Florida generally covers both detection and repair within the scope of pool contracting. The question is whether the company has appropriate licensing for the activities they perform - pressure testing, equipment operation, and repair are all within the licensed pool contractor scope in Florida.
Does Jeff David hold a personal pool contractor license?
Yes. Jeff David has held a Florida pool contractor license since 2006. Leak and Subsurface Locators operates under Florida Certified Pool/Spa Contractor license CPC1457277. Both the individual licensee and the company are properly credentialed for the work LSL performs.
How do I schedule with Leak and Subsurface Locators?
Call Sandra at (954) 290-5177 for Broward County or (561) 325-2678 for Palm Beach County, Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm EST. Residential pool leak detection starts at $425. We serve Palm Beach, Broward, Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River Counties.
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