Note: Our company does NOT repair pool surfaces, remodel pools or decks, tile work, vinyl liners, fiberglass surfaces, solar pool heat or leaks. We repair and install pool equipment, gas & electric pool heaters, perform regular pool maintenance and clean up neglected pools .Mark grew up in Long Island where he attended a 2 year program for electricians. In 1990 he took the Florida Contractor's licensing exam and passed. His license is #CPC054858. This license ensures that he is qualified in all aspects of pool service and repair. Experience ranges from the simplest filter set-up to the most modern state of the art remote controlled automated systems. All work is guaranteed and payment will not be collected unless the job is done to your satisfaction. All of our employees have completed the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) course and certification. Mark also has the FL Gas/Propane license #31140 that allows him to work on and install gas heaters.
"Mr Rudek did a great job. He exceeded my expectations. He cleaned up my back yard and I was very happy with his work. He was very reasonable in price. I will definitely hire him again."
Jane G on January 2023
Note: Our company does NOT repair pool surfaces, remodel pools or decks, tile work, vinyl liners, fiberglass surfaces, solar pool heat or leaks. We repair and install pool equipment, gas & electric pool heaters, perform regular pool maintenance and clean up neglected pools .Mark grew up in Long Island where he attended a 2 year program for electricians. In 1990 he took the Florida Contractor's licensing exam and passed. His license is #CPC054858. This license ensures that he is qualified in all aspects of pool service and repair. Experience ranges from the simplest filter set-up to the most modern state of the art remote controlled automated systems. All work is guaranteed and payment will not be collected unless the job is done to your satisfaction. All of our employees have completed the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) course and certification. Mark also has the FL Gas/Propane license #31140 that allows him to work on and install gas heaters.
"Mr Rudek did a great job. He exceeded my expectations. He cleaned up my back yard and I was very happy with his work. He was very reasonable in price. I will definitely hire him again."
Jane G on January 2023
We are a locally owned and operated Pool contracting company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer maintenance services for in ground pools and remodel concrete pools. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Great communication definitely will do business again and would highly recommend A"
Ryan M on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated Pool contracting company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer maintenance services for in ground pools and remodel concrete pools. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Great communication definitely will do business again and would highly recommend A"
Ryan M on March 2025
Advance Solar & Spa is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Actualmente no estamos contratando nuevos empleados, la vía de solicitud de servicio no es para buscar trabajo sino para contratar a un contratista para completar un proyecto.
"Steven and Jack were amazing."
Kelly H on February 2025
Advance Solar & Spa is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Actualmente no estamos contratando nuevos empleados, la vía de solicitud de servicio no es para buscar trabajo sino para contratar a un contratista para completar un proyecto.
"Steven and Jack were amazing."
Kelly H on February 2025
Roark Solar, LLC is Sarasota Florida's premiere solar heating specialist. At Roark Solar, we pride ourselves in prompt customer service, and an unwavering commitment to top notch work. Thank you for considering Roark Solar for your pool's solar needs. Call us for your free estimate today!
"Great guy! Knowledgeable slow explains till you get it! Good prices. On time. Got a great value. Sold me a smaller heater than i was looking for as money was tight. To my surprise it preforms in 1/2 the time i expected better than i was told to expect aNd the price was 1000$ less than i expected and i got a name brand Haywood. Not these no name ones at pinch a penny etc GO WITH ROARK. you cant go wrong"
Larry L on August 2023
Roark Solar, LLC is Sarasota Florida's premiere solar heating specialist. At Roark Solar, we pride ourselves in prompt customer service, and an unwavering commitment to top notch work. Thank you for considering Roark Solar for your pool's solar needs. Call us for your free estimate today!
"Great guy! Knowledgeable slow explains till you get it! Good prices. On time. Got a great value. Sold me a smaller heater than i was looking for as money was tight. To my surprise it preforms in 1/2 the time i expected better than i was told to expect aNd the price was 1000$ less than i expected and i got a name brand Haywood. Not these no name ones at pinch a penny etc GO WITH ROARK. you cant go wrong"
Larry L on August 2023
AFFORDABLE SOLAR & POOL HEATING LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Robert and his crew were phenomenal from start to finish! Robert provided an extremely affordable quote for a top-notch pool heater with the best warranty on the market! They worked around the unpredictable FL summer monsoons and did our install on the date promised without a hitch! If I could rate 6 star service I would. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Robert and his company are truly a diamond in a very competitive industry. "
Kathy H on July 2025
AFFORDABLE SOLAR & POOL HEATING LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Robert and his crew were phenomenal from start to finish! Robert provided an extremely affordable quote for a top-notch pool heater with the best warranty on the market! They worked around the unpredictable FL summer monsoons and did our install on the date promised without a hitch! If I could rate 6 star service I would. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Robert and his company are truly a diamond in a very competitive industry. "
Kathy H on July 2025
Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with ESCAPE POOLS, LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.
"Escape pools have worked at several of my communities and not only do they service pools and maintain, they also can repair and replace pool heaters. The communication with the vendor is over a ten and they have been the best pool vendor that I've worked with since 2018. I will continue to use Escape on any new communities that arise and if I had a personal pool, I highly recommend them to take care of your pool. "
Tammy B on April 2025
Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with ESCAPE POOLS, LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.
"Escape pools have worked at several of my communities and not only do they service pools and maintain, they also can repair and replace pool heaters. The communication with the vendor is over a ten and they have been the best pool vendor that I've worked with since 2018. I will continue to use Escape on any new communities that arise and if I had a personal pool, I highly recommend them to take care of your pool. "
Tammy B on April 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"This company and its owner are AAA. You want the pool job done right look no further"
Alan S on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"This company and its owner are AAA. You want the pool job done right look no further"
Alan S on June 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Drywall, Remodeling and Carpentry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I initially hired Mr.Handyman to investigate and fix a leak around my window. They told me on the phone based on the photos I provided that the estimate for the job will be about $775 to find and fix the source of the leak and replace the drywall. I believe they use predatory and deceitful practices to inflate the final pricing, as it ended up being far higher than original estimates. When their handyman showed up, the estimate changed to $1010. I was never verbally informed that any of these estimates did not include materials. After removing the drywall, the handyman never found the source of the leak. I had to drive out to the property to find and fix it myself. I then called the handyman to re-install the drywall after the issue was fixed. I was then given another invoice for $977, so now we are at a total $1433, of which they claim $371 is materials. They never found or fixed the actual issue as promised but still charged for the full job. I thought we were being overcharged, since the original estimate was for finding and fixing the actual source of the leak, which they never did. When I questioned the materials charge and asked for receipts, their manager told me he would not send me any receipts even though they have them in the system because "its not their protocol" and that they put an upcharge on materials. When I questioned how much % the upcharge is, or if they can provide actual pricing of the materials, he said “when you buy at Publix, you don't ask them how much they upcharge for your food". This makes no sense, as at the store I see the price before I buy something, so I can decide if I want to buy it. Mr.Handyman never provided me with pricing of materials upfront, they just sent me one final price at the end without a breakdown of materials purchased, which they can make up to be anything. This is highly unethical. If this is a cost-plus contract, they should be providing receipts."
Anna L on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Drywall, Remodeling and Carpentry services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I initially hired Mr.Handyman to investigate and fix a leak around my window. They told me on the phone based on the photos I provided that the estimate for the job will be about $775 to find and fix the source of the leak and replace the drywall. I believe they use predatory and deceitful practices to inflate the final pricing, as it ended up being far higher than original estimates. When their handyman showed up, the estimate changed to $1010. I was never verbally informed that any of these estimates did not include materials. After removing the drywall, the handyman never found the source of the leak. I had to drive out to the property to find and fix it myself. I then called the handyman to re-install the drywall after the issue was fixed. I was then given another invoice for $977, so now we are at a total $1433, of which they claim $371 is materials. They never found or fixed the actual issue as promised but still charged for the full job. I thought we were being overcharged, since the original estimate was for finding and fixing the actual source of the leak, which they never did. When I questioned the materials charge and asked for receipts, their manager told me he would not send me any receipts even though they have them in the system because "its not their protocol" and that they put an upcharge on materials. When I questioned how much % the upcharge is, or if they can provide actual pricing of the materials, he said “when you buy at Publix, you don't ask them how much they upcharge for your food". This makes no sense, as at the store I see the price before I buy something, so I can decide if I want to buy it. Mr.Handyman never provided me with pricing of materials upfront, they just sent me one final price at the end without a breakdown of materials purchased, which they can make up to be anything. This is highly unethical. If this is a cost-plus contract, they should be providing receipts."
Anna L on May 2025
Thank you for considering Larsen's Pool & Spa. As a swimming pool contractor we design, engineer and build new pools. Our package pool plan starts at $74,900. We also perform full/complete pool renovations. Our ability to enhance your project with travertine, pavers, lighting, screen enclosures and quality equipment makes us the "go to" pool builder for the Tampa Bay area. Service area not covered: Hernando, Manatee/Sarasota & Polk Counties.
"We had a fantastic experience with Larsen’s Pool and Spa! The process began with a welcome call from the owner, Eric Larsen. He listened to our wants and was thoughtful when choosing the designer to assign to the project. The designing phase began with an in-home meeting with Dan who we worked with during the entire pool design phase. He was very detail-oriented, a great listener, and was willing to tweak the design several times to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. We received designs from multiple different companies, and Dan's design was the best. Not only did he integrate our wishes, but also came up with inventive ideas to integrate into our backyard space. After we finalized the big picture design, we met with Dan at the Larsen's Pool and Spa office to pick out the specific travertine, tiles, and other finishing options. Dan and the company were very transparent throughout the entire process. We always knew the price for each design, option, and upgrade with no surprises. This experience was very different than with the other companies we received quotes from. The cliché about getting what you pay for is very true (in a positive matter of speaking) when it comes to Larsen's Pool and Spa. Their price is very fair for the great product and service you receive. Once the project and digging actually began, Dan handed us over to Reid, who managed the construction phase. Like Eric and Dan, Reid was also outstanding! He did a great job keeping things on schedule and talking us through what to expect. He was there to handle any small changes or fixes that became necessary throughout the construction. Again, with no surprise costs! Our project had a lot of unique features - elevation change, waterfalls, and a slide, and not only did Reid keep the project moving quickly, but actually finished it ahead of schedule! Once the pool was filled with water, Justin and Mike came to start-up our pool and teach us how to run everything. Reid, Justin, and Mike continue to be available to answer questions about the functionality and maintenance well after completion. Larsen's Pool and Spa is not only by your side during the project, but they stay by your side while you enjoy your pool for years to come. If you have any questions or issues, they are there to help, which is very different from other companies that once paid will just disappear. We are thrilled with how our pool turned out and definitely recommend Larsen's Pool and Spa to anyone choosing a pool company. And hopefully, if you do choose Larsen's, you will be lucky enough to work with Dan and Reid as we can't recommend them enough."
Ben K on August 2023
Thank you for considering Larsen's Pool & Spa. As a swimming pool contractor we design, engineer and build new pools. Our package pool plan starts at $74,900. We also perform full/complete pool renovations. Our ability to enhance your project with travertine, pavers, lighting, screen enclosures and quality equipment makes us the "go to" pool builder for the Tampa Bay area. Service area not covered: Hernando, Manatee/Sarasota & Polk Counties.
"We had a fantastic experience with Larsen’s Pool and Spa! The process began with a welcome call from the owner, Eric Larsen. He listened to our wants and was thoughtful when choosing the designer to assign to the project. The designing phase began with an in-home meeting with Dan who we worked with during the entire pool design phase. He was very detail-oriented, a great listener, and was willing to tweak the design several times to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. We received designs from multiple different companies, and Dan's design was the best. Not only did he integrate our wishes, but also came up with inventive ideas to integrate into our backyard space. After we finalized the big picture design, we met with Dan at the Larsen's Pool and Spa office to pick out the specific travertine, tiles, and other finishing options. Dan and the company were very transparent throughout the entire process. We always knew the price for each design, option, and upgrade with no surprises. This experience was very different than with the other companies we received quotes from. The cliché about getting what you pay for is very true (in a positive matter of speaking) when it comes to Larsen's Pool and Spa. Their price is very fair for the great product and service you receive. Once the project and digging actually began, Dan handed us over to Reid, who managed the construction phase. Like Eric and Dan, Reid was also outstanding! He did a great job keeping things on schedule and talking us through what to expect. He was there to handle any small changes or fixes that became necessary throughout the construction. Again, with no surprise costs! Our project had a lot of unique features - elevation change, waterfalls, and a slide, and not only did Reid keep the project moving quickly, but actually finished it ahead of schedule! Once the pool was filled with water, Justin and Mike came to start-up our pool and teach us how to run everything. Reid, Justin, and Mike continue to be available to answer questions about the functionality and maintenance well after completion. Larsen's Pool and Spa is not only by your side during the project, but they stay by your side while you enjoy your pool for years to come. If you have any questions or issues, they are there to help, which is very different from other companies that once paid will just disappear. We are thrilled with how our pool turned out and definitely recommend Larsen's Pool and Spa to anyone choosing a pool company. And hopefully, if you do choose Larsen's, you will be lucky enough to work with Dan and Reid as we can't recommend them enough."
Ben K on August 2023
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At Clair Lagon, we are the architects of dreams, crafting personalized, beach swimming lagoons that redefine luxury living. With a passion for excellence and a commitment to environmental sustainability, we take pride in transforming your vision of a swimming paradise into a reality. Our journey is one of innovation, artistry, and a deep respect for nature. Explore who we are, our dedication, and the enchanting world of natural lagoons with Clair Lagon.
Yes, you can add a heater to an existing pool. A pro can retrofit a heater to nearly any in-ground or above-ground pool. Adding a heater allows you to start the swim season earlier, finish it later, and maintain a steady water temperature in between. Many owners schedule the job during a larger pool upgrade, but it also works as a standalone project. Professional installation ties the new unit into the existing pump and plumbing for safe, efficient operation.
Most owners switch the heater on a day or two before they plan to swim, then shut it down afterward. Reaching the target temperature can take 24 to 72 hours, depending on pool size and outdoor conditions. Using a cover while the heater is off helps hold the heat and keeps energy costs in check.
Pool heaters can freeze if left exposed to extreme conditions. Freezing can damage internal heater components, potentially leading to costly pool repairs. Cycling water, covering the heater, and regular maintenance help prevent freezing. Sealing or winterizing your heater also protects it during the season—this involves draining water from the heater and its components.
Pool heaters operate with lifespans spanning from seven to 30 years. Gas and propane models last seven to 12 years, while electric and solar heaters perform efficiently for up to 30 years. Consistent professional maintenance and routine inspections extend the heater’s life and improve its performance, ensuring a safe and reliable heating system for your pool.
Before hiring a pool heater installation contractor, conduct thorough research by reviewing online feedback and gathering recommendations from trusted sources. Contact multiple professionals to discuss pricing, request references, and understand the complete installation process. This careful evaluation ensures you select a qualified contractor who delivers high-quality service and a successful installation.