Pool Builders in Mandarin, Jacksonville: Custom Pools and Renovations in 32257 and 32258
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East Coast Custom Pools is a family-owned pool builder and renovation company based in Mandarin, at 13720 Old St. Augustine Rd in Jacksonville’s 32258 zip code. We design and build custom pools and renovate existing pools for homeowners across Mandarin, including 32257, 32258, and 32223. Because Mandarin is our home base, local projects get the benefit of a team that is minutes away, not an hour up I-95.
Who builds pools in Mandarin, Jacksonville?
East Coast Custom Pools serves Mandarin with new custom pool construction, pool renovation, and upgrades such as new finishes, tile, water features, and more efficient equipment. We have more than a decade of experience building and renovating pools in Northeast Florida. Our step-by-step pool process explains what happens from the first consultation to the first swim.
What Mandarin homeowners should plan for
Established neighborhoods with aging pools
Much of Mandarin was built out between the 1970s and the 2000s, and many homes came with a pool that is now 20 to 40 years old. Common signs it is time for work include rough or stained plaster, cracked or missing tile, a pump and filter that run constantly, and a deck that has shifted or cracked. In many of these cases, a renovation updates the pool without rebuilding it. See our pool renovation services for what that can include.
Mature oak trees
Mandarin is known for its live oaks, and they are a big part of what makes the area feel established. They also affect pool design. Roots can limit where an in-ground pool can go, and leaves and pollen add to cleaning and filtration load. When we plan a pool on a wooded lot, we look at tree placement, shade patterns, and screen enclosure options before settling on a layout.
Lots near the St. Johns River
Homes closer to the St. Johns River can sit on lower ground with a higher water table and, in some cases, flood zone requirements. These conditions affect excavation, equipment placement, and permitting, so we check them early in design rather than after a plan is drawn.
City of Jacksonville permitting
Mandarin is part of the consolidated City of Jacksonville, so pool permits go through the city’s building inspection division. Some Mandarin neighborhoods also have HOA design guidelines that must be met before construction starts.
New pool ideas that fit Mandarin backyards
Mandarin lots range from compact subdivision yards to larger wooded parcels. Popular directions include freeform pools that work around existing trees, sun shelves for lounging in shallow water, attached spas, and pool decks that connect the house to the yard. Browse our pool project gallery for examples, and read our guide to why fall is the best time to renovate a Jacksonville pool if you are weighing timing.
Frequently asked questions
Our office is at 13720 Old St. Augustine Rd, Ste 8-511, Jacksonville, FL 32258, in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville. We serve Mandarin, greater Jacksonville, St. Johns County, Clay County, and surrounding areas.
If the shell is structurally sound, resurfacing and updating the tile and equipment is usually the better value. Replacement makes more sense when there are structural problems or when you want a completely different size or shape.
Often, yes. The layout has to account for root zones, shade, and debris. In some yards, a smaller pool or a different location on the lot works better than removing a mature tree.
Yes. Financing options are available for new pools and renovations. See our pool financing options.
Talk to a Mandarin pool builder
If you live in Mandarin, we are your neighbors. Start your pool wishlist or call East Coast Custom Pools at (904) 626-4255. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, and Saturday, 10:00am to 2:00pm.