Reviews
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Source: Google / SERP · Jul 2026.
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Stand Out Pools did a fantastic job with remodeling our pool. Our pool was 19 years old - we had the inside redone, tile replaced, and the deck redone. We met with five different companies about the remodel. Most of them would not come after 5:00 pm or on a Saturday, but Derek from Stand Out Pools did not have a problem with coming after 5:00 or on Saturday. On top of that, Stand Out Pools pricing was much better compared to the other companies. The communication with Derek was outstanding. I could email him at 6:00 am with questions and he would reply before 8:00 am. I even emailed him with a problem after 5:00 pm on a Friday and he called me immediately. Derek said the job would take three weeks as long as the weather was good and it took exactly three weeks. They even called to ask if they could start a couple days early because they finished another job early. If you need a pool repair or a remodel job I would highly recommend Stand Out Pools. They did a great job with everything. Thank you Derek for a job well done!!! Rae
I had to have my pool resurfaced and because it is such an expensive proposition i went into it with dread. I got 5 estimates and right away I knew that i was going to do business with Stand out Pools. Wes was the Sales person and he was fabulous from the very beginning. I knew nothing about pool resurfacing and he walked me through every single step and took the time to answer every single question. I then spoke to and met Derek who is the owner and a very personable, knowledgeable and caring person. Every single person on both of the crews were polite, friendly and very accomplished. After the job was completed, Connor arrived to rebalance all my chemicals, get all the electrical, pumps and mechanics up and running. It was a smooth operation and a totally awesome experience. Their pricing was also very competitive. You will not regret using this company for your pool needs. Furst Class all the way.
We Could’ve not asked for a better outcome!! Our pool turned out, absolutely beautiful and was done exactly as I asked! We Had a pebble resurface, beautiful glass tile all the way around. And also had our pavers laid .. Derek and Connor and the entire crew were amazing and professional .Anytime I had a question Derek and Connor both got back to me very quickly. They answered all my questions and made sure everything was done as I asked! The crew was amazing, professional polite, and did an immaculate cleanup! my husband and I could not be happier with the outcome. Thank you for your level of professionalism and for a beautifully finished job. Truly satisfied customers! Jeff and Michelle Nolan
Stand Out Pools just completed a 10,000 gallon (pebble tech) pool and (paver) pool deck renovation plus some additional paver work at my home and I'm very pleased with my experience and the final results. As always, there were several minor things that came up and I really appreciated the flexibility and insights offered by Derek and the onsite crew who helped make the finished product the best it could be. Teams were skilled, worked hard, respected the property / project and cleaned up as you'd expect. Found the whole process from planning to billing to be efficient and the project was completed on time and budget. Would definitely recommend!
I do not do business with Stand Out Pools anymore because I've had too many problems with them not cleaning my pool filter, they let the water run down low in my pool causing me a huge water bill to refill the pool because they didn't close the valve on the equipment, the cleaning wasn't the greatest among other issues as well. I do recommend this company at all. Don't go with this company unless you want a lot of major problems like I had. I've given Stand Out Pools numerous chances to stop screwing up and do the job properly and correctly. They charged me for things I did not get.Their communication skills are not good at all. When I first hired Stand Out Pools they sent a woman to clean my pool and equipment, but instead she would stand by my bedroom window every Tuesday as I slept talking out loud and swearing on her phone and she did not clean my pool properly and for 3 months she never cleaned the pool filter causing me to have to get another filter. They did not put Chlorine tablets in the chlorinator like they were supposed to do. I would never take this company back after all of the problems I've had with them nor would I recommend them to anyone. If you're wise you won't go with Stand Out Pools either. I have a new company now and they're amazing. I can't believe how much better my pool looks now since I hired the new company. I do not want Stand Out Pools back. Consumers there's too many pool companies out there so, don't go with Stand Out Pools.
My experience with this company had been good since I started using them until recently when I got a new person doing the work. When I hired the Company to begin with, according to their ad my pool would basically be completely taken care of, whatever it needed, which was done and what I needed. I had taken care of the pool myself for almost 40 years but due to age and health problems it had become to much. Then that employee left and when the new one came on I asked him about several things to which he said were not his job. I left it go until I guess he decided it was his job but when he did it he did not do the work properly and had I not been home shortly after the work and caught the problem, the pump would have burned up. I called the company, could not speak with anyone but left a message as to what happened and as I was obviously quite aggravated, I told them to just cancel my service as I could not afford to have to pay to fix their mistakes. I really expected a phone call back apologizing and saying they would fix the problem but I never heard anything. I'm very disappointed in the customer concern. I thought I had found a company who cared about their customers for a change. Guess I was wrong.
Source: public Google reviews. Quotes appear as posted by their authors.
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Standing & Verification
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Sources: Shovels.ai (permit data aggregator) · Google (reviews) · Wayback Machine · FL DBPR · Sunbiz
Permit Track Record
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License & Credentials
Florida state contractor license & scope of work.
✓ FL DBPR record found- License #
- CPC1460203
- Type
- Certified Pool/Spa Contractor
- Status
- Active
- Qualifier
- Derek J Reardon
Scope of work & exact number verified on FL DBPR.
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About Stand Out Pools
Stand Out Pools specializes in Pool Resufacing, Pool Renovations, Pool Deck Resurfacing, and Paver Installation in Sarasota, Charlotte, and Manatee Counties.
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Credentials & Recognition
FSPA/PHTA certifications & awards when on file.
CPC · top FL pool credential FL State LicensedFSPA membership · PHTA/CPO · manufacturer certs surfaced when present.
Stand Out Pools — Frequently Asked Questions
Answered from public records.
Is Stand Out Pools a licensed and insured pool builder?
Stand Out Pools holds an active Florida state contractor license (CPC1460203) verified against FL DBPR. Always confirm current licensure and proof of insurance in writing before signing.
How long has Stand Out Pools been building pools?
Public records show a documented permit history on file, state-licensed since 2023.
What areas does Stand Out Pools serve?
Based on permit records, Stand Out Pools builds across its Florida service area.
How do I verify a pool builder before hiring?
Check: (1) active FL license on DBPR, (2) real permit history with the county, (3) genuine reviews across platforms, (4) fair pricing. This profile gathers all four from public records.
Does Stand Out Pools mainly build new pools or handle remodels and resurfacing?
Reviews point to renovation and resurfacing work as the core business — customers describe pebble/PebbleTec resurfacing, waterline tile replacement, paver deck redos, and full remodels of pools 19 to 26 years old, rather than ground-up new construction.
What areas has Stand Out Pools worked in recently?
County permit records show recent work split between Sarasota County (3 of the last 5 tracked permits, including a project on Cattlemen Rd) and Manatee County (2, including 1st St E), consistent with the company's Nokomis, FL base.
What do reviews say about Stand Out Pools?
Remodel and resurfacing customers give consistently strong marks for crew professionalism, cleanliness, and on-time completion, with Derek and Connor named repeatedly. Separately, a recurring complaint theme shows up in lower-rated reviews specifically about ongoing pool cleaning/maintenance service — missed filter cleanings, a valve left open causing a water bill spike, and slow follow-up — distinct from the praise the remodel/construction side receives.
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Shovels.ai (permit data aggregator) · Google (reviews) · Wayback Machine · FL DBPR · Sunbiz
