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HBW Report: Texas Swimming Pool Construction – August 2022

Posted on September 7, 2022 by Erika Carruth

An overview of the latest permit data for new swimming pool construction in Texas during the month of August 2022

On a regular basis, HBW reviews the latest permit data available from the HBW database, providing readers insight into the valuable information and stats that can be gained from reports available to HBW subscribers. Not only does this information provide readers with a sneak peek into the market from a monthly, quarterly, and annual perspective, but it also allows users to understand patterns in the market, as well as identify prospects and opportunities for expanding their businesses.

Today, we are looking specifically at the latest data on new swimming pool construction in the four major metro areas of Texas (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio) during the month of August. Last month, there were 1,175 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of approximately $68.4 million added to the HBW database for the Lone Star State. Out of the four regions reviewed, the greatest concentration of new pool construction could be found in Dallas (523 permits), while the highest average value of new swimming pool construction could be found in Houston (average value: $73,364).

Here is an overview of the total permits, average construction values, top counties, and leading contractors by region for new pool construction in Texas last month:

Dallas

Total # of Permits: 523

Average Value of Construction: $52,766

Top County for New Construction: Collin County (169 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total new permits in August 2022):

Builder	Total Permits
1-Gold Medal Pools	21
2-Riverbend Pools	21
3-Foley Custom Pools	19

Houston

Total # of Permits: 374

Average Value of Construction: $73,364

Top County for New Construction: Harris County (174 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total new permits in August 2022):

Builder	Total Permits
1-Platinum Pools	22
2-McKinney Custom Pools	21
3-Anthony & Sylvan Pools	19

Austin

Total # of Permits: 171

Average Value of Construction: $55,143

Top County for New Construction: Travis County (127 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total new permits in August 2022):

Builder	Total Permits
1-Denali Pools	10
2-Cody Pools	10
3-Premier Pools & Spas of Austin	6

San Antonio

Total # of Permits: 107

Average Value of Construction: $36,851

Top County for New Construction: Bexar County (84 permits)

Top 3 Pool Builders (based on total new permits in August 2022):

Builder	Total Permits
1-Gary Pools	15
2-Cody Pools	14
3-Keith Zars Pools	9

To gain more information on the builders, homeowners and permits for the construction activity above, check out HBW for your copy of the latest construction data reports. To gain access to the HBW database and receive custom and detailed reports on the latest residential and commercial building activity in Florida, Georgia, Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, please contact HBW for details.

Mark Your Calendars – Upcoming Industry Events

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of industry expos and conventions to consider adding to your calendar

Every now and then, it is good to refresh and recharge, and when it comes to your business, a solid refresh may come in the form of an industry expo or conference. Such industry events give a chance for business leaders to gain new insight, resources, and networking opportunities.

As the final quarter of 2022 is just around the corner, we took one quick look at upcoming industry conferences and gathered a few to consider in the coming months. Here are four upcoming industry conventions and trade shows that are on the calendar for late 2022:

FBMA Convention & Trade Show

Date: September 28, 2022

Location: Rosen Shingle Creek – Orlando, Florida

Details: The Florida Building Material Alliance Convention and Trade Show includes industry-wide exhibitors, hundreds of attendees, guest speakers, educational executive panel discussions and the opportunity to network.

Website: https://fbma.org/product/fbma-convention-and-trade-show/

ContractorCon

Date: October 6-7, 2022

Location: Hyatt Regency – Orlando, Florida

Details: Contractor Con is designed for commercial construction owners, contractors, and tradespeople. Through providing strategies, insight, and networking opportunities, the event is geared to help grow commercial construction businesses.

Website: https://contractor-con.com/

METALCON

Date: October 12-14, 2022

Location: Indiana Convention Center

Details: METALCON is the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design. It features innovative metal construction products and solutions, while connecting visitors with metal construction industry vendors and thought leaders.

Website: https://www.metalcon.com/

RoofCON

Date: November 6-8, 2022

Location: Orange County Convention Center – Orlando, Florida

Details: RoofCON is a roofing and solar conference that is a “no-pitch” conference which means nothing is sold directly from the presenters. From brand building to leadership strategies, the event features leaders to provide knowledge, insight, and training.

Website: https://roofcon.com/

For more information on construction industry updates and business tips, stay connected with the HBW Blog. To get ahead of construction activity and gain access to the latest permitting data in Florida, Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma, contact HBW for more information on construction data reports and industry leads.

Making Marketing Efforts Hit Local Targets

Posted on September 1, 2022 by Erika Carruth

Ways to ensure your business is easily found by a local audience

Marketing has taken on so many different forms, all of which continue to evolve as technology rapidly expands. That being stated, just because you have the ability to be everywhere at all times thanks to online opportunities, doesn’t mean that casting a wide net in your marketing efforts will be the most effective for your business.

When it comes to contractor marketing, capturing a local audience is powerful as most services will only be offered in certain locations. Aside from major national corporations, the majority of construction professionals work within a limited area, usually a particular region or select areas throughout a given state.

For this reason, it is vital that your marketing efforts include methods for engaging and building your local audience. Here are five local marketing strategies to consider as you move forward:

Capture Local Reviews – Testimonials and reviews are an essential tool in converting a prospect to a client, and when it comes to local marketing, it is vital that the reviews that you share represent happy customers from the local area. Local positive reviews build trust and can go a long way in building your reputation.
Optimize Your Website – As you may or may not know, your website is found through searches based on keywords. For this reason, you will want to optimize your website so that it shows up in relevant and organic searches. The best place to start is to survey your team for their own ideas of what keywords they would use when searching your services, and then perform keyword research to find out the most relevant keywords being used in Google for related services in your area. From there, begin adding those keywords to pertinent pages and sections on your website.
Create Local Content – From blogs and infographics to videos and whitepapers there are so many ways to develop content that resonates with your audience. When it comes to capturing locals, you will need to create content that is specific to your area. For example, a video on Hurricane Preparedness is perfect for a local audience in Florida, while a blog on Preparing Your Landscape for Winter would be more helpful and attract an audience in a colder climate.
Get Social – At this point, social media has become part of nearly everyone’s daily lives, and over time many helpful tools have developed for making sure your message is delivered to the right location at the right time. And while regular posts on your company page/profile are a given for maintaining an active presence on social media, there are community groups in place that can serve as a great way to connect with locals. Additionally, most social platforms offer options for you to create ads and campaigns that are targeted to very specific interests and locations (geo-target).
Contact the Locals – While your marketing efforts can target locals through online efforts, there is no substitute for actively making contact offline. By using verified leads like those provided through HBW’s construction data and permit reports, you can filter your leads by specific location, from statewide to countywide, and everything in between.

For more information on construction business marketing tips, stay connected with the HBW Blog. To get ahead of construction activity and gain access to the latest permitting data in Florida, Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma, contact HBW for more information on construction data reports and industry leads.

Florida Swimming Pool Construction Review – July 2022

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Erika Carruth

An overview of permit data for new swimming pool construction in Florida during the month of July

Last month, there were 2,460 new swimming pool permits added to the HBW database for the Sunshine State. Out of the five regions reviewed (Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Southwest, Southeast), the southwestern region (758 permits) carried the greatest amount of new swimming pool construction activity, while the highest average value of construction could be found in Jacksonville (average value: $81,780).

Here is a closer look at total permits, average construction values, leading counties, and top pool builders in Florida (by region) during the month of July 2022:

Southwest

As previously noted, the southwestern region of Florida held the highest volume of new swimming pool construction last month, having nearly 760 new permits with a total construction value of approximately $47.4 million added to the HBW database. The average value of new permits in the southwest landed on the lower end of the spectrum (average value: $62,536) in comparison to other regions reviewed, and well more than half of all new construction activity took place in the counties of Lee (249 permits) and Collier (163 permits).

Out of approximately 195 pool builders with new construction activity on record last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Pinnacle USA	56
2-Aragon Pools & Spas	39
3-Holiday Pools of West FL	33

Southeast

The southeastern region of Florida ranked #2 for new pool construction, having 569 new permits with a total construction value in excess of $35 million on record last month. The average value of new swimming pool construction was lowest in the southeast (average value: $61,723) in comparison to other regions reviewed, and the bulk of all new permits originated from the counties of Palm Beach (222 permits) and Miami-Dade (164 permits).

Out of approximately 205 pool builders with new construction in the area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-AAA Custom Pools	22
2-A&G Concrete Pools	21
3-Van Kirk Construction	14

Tampa

In Tampa, there were more than 520 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value in excess of $40.1 million on record with HBW for the month of July. The average value of new swimming pool construction was $76,845, and the counties with the greatest concentration of new construction activity were Hillsborough (160 permits) and Pasco (147 permits).

Out of 135 pool contractors with new construction activity on record in the Tampa area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Challenger Pools	46
2-Gulfstream Pools & Spas	26
3-Tampa Bay Pools	24

Orlando

Last month, there were approximately 375 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of nearly $24.5 million in the Orlando area. The average value of construction in Orlando was $65,502, and just about half of all new permits originated from the two counties of Orange (115 permits) and Brevard (70 permits).

Out of just over 100 pool contractors with new construction activity on record with HBW for the one-month period, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Dreamscapes Pools & Spas	45
2-All Seasons	27
3-American Pools & Spas	25

Jacksonville

With nearly 240 new permits and a total construction value of approximately $19.5 million, the Jacksonville area held the lowest level of new swimming pool construction activity in Florida last month. And while the total number of permits was low, the average value of construction was highest in Jacksonville (average value: $81,780) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, with the majority of new permitting activity originating from the two counties of St. Johns (106 permits) and Duval (68 permits).

Out of nearly 80 swimming pool contractors with new construction activity on record last month, the following ranked as the top three for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Agua Pools & Spas	22
2-Pools by John Clarkson	13
3-Blue Haven Pools	13

Florida Residential Construction Review – July 2022

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of new permit data on record with HBW for new home construction in Florida during the month of July

Based on HBW’s latest construction data reports, there were approximately 7,450 new residential construction permits with a total value of nearly $2.3 billion added to the HBW database for Florida during the month of July. Out of the five regions included in the reports (Southwest, Tampa, Southeast, Orlando, Jacksonville), the greatest concentration of new permitting activity could be found in the southwestern region of the state (2,181 permits), while the highest average value of new home construction could be found in the Orlando area (average value: $324,524).

Here is a closer look at the total permits, average value of projects and leading counties for new home construction in Florida during the month of July 2022:

Southwest

As previously noted, the southwestern region of Florida carried the greatest volume of new residential construction activity last month, having 2,181 new permits with a total construction value of nearly $693 million. The average value of new construction projects landed on the higher end of the spectrum (average value: $317,663) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, and just about 60 percent of all new permits originated from the two counties of Lee (721 permits) and Sarasota (572 permits).

Tampa

Not far behind the southwestern region, the Tampa area ranked #2 for new home construction last month, having 2,123 new permits with a total value of nearly $647 million on record with HBW. The average value of new residential construction was $304,689, and approximately 58 percent of all new residential construction activity took place in the two counties of Polk (700 permits) and Pasco (531 permits).

Orlando

In Orlando, there were nearly 1,300 new residential construction permits with a total value of approximately $421 million on record with HBW for the month of July. As previously noted, the average value of new home construction was highest in the Orlando area (average value: $324,524) in comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, and nearly half of all new permits originated from the two counties of Brevard (373 permits) and Orange (240 permits).

Jacksonville

Last month, there were approximately 1,050 new residential construction permits with a total value in excess of $246.3 million added to the HBW database for the Jacksonville area. In comparison to other Florida regions reviewed, the average value of new home construction was lowest in Jacksonville (average value: $235,028), and just about 64 percent of all new permits originated from the two counties of St. Johns (336 permits) and Duval (332 permits).

Southeast

In the Southeast, there were approximately 800 new residential construction permits with a total value of nearly $256 million added to the HBW database last month. The average value of new home construction landed on the higher end of the spectrum (average value: $320,234) in comparison to other regions reviewed, and more than half of all new permits originated from the two counties of St. Lucie (384 permits) and Palm Beach (176 permits).

Florida’s Top Home Builders – July 2022

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of the leading contractors for new residential construction in Florida during the month of July

Based on HBW’s latest Construction Data Reports, there were approximately 7,450 new residential construction permits added to the HBW database for Florida during the month of July. Out of the hundreds of contractors with new permits on record last month, there were a few that carried approximately 30 percent of all new construction activity in the Sunshine State, and those builders are as follows:

#1 – Lennar Homes – 941 permits

#2 – D.R. Horton – 742 permits

#3 – Pulte Homes – 559 permits

When looking at specific Florida regions, home builders driving new residential construction figures varied by location. Out of the five regions reviewed (Southeast, Southwest, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville), Lennar Homes ranked #1 in three out five areas, while Pulte Homes and Dream Finders Construction took top placement in the remaining regions reviewed.

Here is a closer look at the contractors with the greatest volume of new residential construction activity in Florida, by region, for the month of July 2022:

Southwest

In Southwest Florida, there were more than 400 active contractors with new home construction activity on record for the month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Pulte Homes	265	$ 225,395.00
2-Lennar Homes	237	$ 185,954.00
3-D.R. Horton	110	$ 206,914.00
4-Taylor Morrison	92	$ 249,950.00
5-Neal Communities of SW FL	85	$ 241,984.00

Tampa

Out of the more than 265 home builders with new residential construction activity on record in Tampa last month, the following ranked as the top five for total permits on file with HBW:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	334	$ 291,520.00
2-D.R. Horton	272	$ 287,503.00
3-The Villages of Lake Sumter	149	$ 301,056.00
4-Pulte Homes	130	$ 235,421.00
5-Homes by West Bay	58	$ 481,113.00

Orlando

In Orlando, there were 165 home builders with new construction activity on record with HBW last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	204	$ 214,085.00
2-D.R. Horton	175	$ 303,037.00
3-Pulte Homes	72	$ 427,796.00
4-Mattamy Homes	57	$ 419,160.00
5-Dream Finders Homes	53	$ 245,863.00

Southeast

Out of the 130 home builders with new construction activity on record in the southeastern region of Florida last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	135	$ 163,772.00
2-GL Building Corporation	81	$ 321,602.00
3-CBI Construction Services	67	$ 196,584.00
4-D.R. Horton	56	$ 271,118.00
5-Pulte Homes	53	$ 335,811.00

Jacksonville

Last month, there were approximately 135 contractors with new residential construction activity on record in the Jacksonville area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Dream Finders Construction	161	$ 225,244.00
2-D.R. Horton	129	$ 221,990.00
3-KB Homes	111	$ 137,429.00
4-American Classic Homes	88	$ 85,000.00
5-Pulte Homes	39	$ 210,793.00

Texas Residential Construction Permit Data Review – July 2022

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Erika Carruth

An overview of new permit data on record with HBW for residential construction in Texas during the month of July

In our most recent post, we utilized HBW’s Construction Data Reports to identify the leading home builders in Texas during the month of July; this week, we are using the same reports to review permit data and identify where the latest new residential construction activity is taking place throughout the four major metro areas of Texas (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio).

Last month, there were approximately 5,650 new residential construction permits with a total value in excess of $1.5 billion added to the HBW database for Texas. Out of the four metro areas reviewed, Houston (2,169 permits) carried the greatest concentration of new permits, while the highest average value of new construction projects could be found in Austin (average value: $307,038).

Here is a closer look at the total permits, average value of construction and leading counties for new home construction in each of the four major metro regions of the Lone Star State during the month of July:

Houston

As noted above, Houston carried the highest concentration of new home construction activity last month as there were 2,169 new permits with a total value of $573 million added to the HBW database. The average value of new home construction was $264,187, and the majority of all new permits originated from the two counties of Montgomery (879 permits) and Harris (734 permits).

Dallas

Not far behind Houston, in Dallas there were nearly 1,960 new permits with a total construction value in excess of $545 million added to the HBW database last month. The average value of new home construction landed mid-range (average value: $278,354) in comparison to other Texas areas reviewed, and just over half of all new construction activity took place in the counties of Tarrant (596 permits) and Collin (474 permits).

Austin

In Austin, there were more than 1,055 new residential construction permits with a total value of $324.2 million on record last month. The average value of new home construction was highest in Austin (average value: $307,038) in comparison to other areas reviewed, and nearly 70 percent of all new permits originated from Travis County where there were 730 new permits on record for the one-month period.

San Antonio

Last month, there were more than 465 new residential construction permits with a total value of approximately $113.3 million added to the HBW database for the San Antonio area. The average value of new home construction was lowest in San Antonio (average value: $243,024) in comparison to other Texas areas reviewed, and the bulk of all new construction took place in Bexar County (319 permits).

Texas Top Home Builders – July 2022

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A list of the leading home builders in Texas during the month of July

According to HBW’s latest construction data reports for Texas, there were approximately 5,650 new residential construction permits added to the HBW database last month. And while we will go into more detail on new permit data on record for Texas in upcoming posts, today we are using the reports to identify the leading home builders in each of the four major metro areas of Texas (Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio). For our purposes, “top home builders” are defined based on two factors: The total number of new residential construction permits pulled for a given period (July 2022); and the total construction value of permits on record for each home builder.

Across the state, D.R. Horton continues to lead the market, having nearly 730 new residential construction permits on record with HBW last month. Next in line, Lennar Homes ranked second, having approximately 541 new permits on record last month.

Here is a closer look at the top five Texas home builders by area and based on the total number of new permits on record with HBW during the month of April 2022:

Dallas

In Dallas, there were nearly 290 active home builders with new construction activity on record last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits for the one-month period:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-D.R. Horton	451	$ 178,286.00
2-Lennar Homes	126	$ 194,677.00
3-Pulte Homes	87	$ 212,515.00
4-Bloomfield Homes	80	$ 395,473.00
5-Trophy Signature Homes	76	$ 265,344.00

Houston

Last month, there were more than 230 active contractors with new home construction activity in the Houston area, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits on record with HBW:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-D.R. Horton	236	$ 170,929.00
2-Lennar Homes	184	$ 208,066.00
3-Meritage Homes	101	$ 233,372.00
4-Perry Homes	98	$ 365,563.00
5-Century Communities	96	$ 158,133.00

Austin

In Austin, there were more than 120 home builders with new residential construction activity on record last month, and the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Meritage Homes	116	$ 258,664.00
2-Lennar Homes	108	$ 164,780.00
3-KB Homes	99	$ 280,957.00
4-Brookfield Residential Texas Homes	79	$ 282,441.00
5-Taylor Morrison Homes	76	$ 424,539.00

San Antonio

Out of more than 90 active home builders with new construction activity on record in the San Antonio area last month, the following ranked as the top five for total new permits:

Builder	Total Permits	Average Value
1-Lennar Homes	123	$ 156,094.00
2-Continental Homes of Texas	59	$ 184,181.00
3-KB Homes	45	$ 289,994.00
4-M/I Homes	19	$ 269,325.00
5-Pulte Homes	19	$ 188,825.00

Texas Swimming Pool Construction Review – July 2022

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Erika Carruth

An overview of new permit data for swimming pool construction in Texas during the month of July 2022

The July reports are in and available at HBW, and based on the latest, there have been nearly 850 new swimming pool permits with a total value of approximately $51.3 million added to the HBW database for Texas last month. Out of the four metro areas that were included in the report, Dallas carried the greatest volume of new pool construction activity (371 permits), while the highest average value of new construction projects took place in Houston (average value: $76,698).

From leading counties to average value of construction, here is a closer look at permit data for new pool construction throughout the Lone Star State during the month of July:

Dallas

Last month, there were more than 370 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of $21 million in the Dallas area. The average value of construction was $56,746, and the majority of new permits originated from the two counties of Dallas (110 permits) and Tarrant (97 permits).

Out of the more than 170 pool builders with new construction activity in the area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Riverbend Pools	22
2-Puryear Custom Pools	12
3-Claffey Pools	10

Houston

In Houston, there were more than 290 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value of $22.4 million on record with HBW last month. As previously noted, the average value of new pool construction was highest in Houston (average value: $76,698) in comparison to other Texas areas reviewed, and the bulk of construction activity took place in Harris County (117 permits) and Montgomery County (65 permits).

Out of the 150 pool contractors with new construction activity on record in the area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Platinum Pools	16
2-McKinney Custom Pools	15
3-Supreme Pools & Spas	10

Austin

Last month, there were just over 100 new pool permits with a total construction value of nearly $4.8 million added to the HBW database for Austin. The average value of new swimming pool construction was $45,917, and the majority of permits originated from Travis County (87 permits).

Out of the nearly 65 contractors with new swimming pool construction activity on record in the Austin area last month, the following ranked as the top three for total permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Cody Pools	12
2-Premier Pools & Spas of Austin	6
3-Aquamarine Pools of Texas	6

San Antonio

In San Antonio, there were nearly 80 new swimming pool construction permits with a total value in excess of $3.1 million on record for the month of July. The average value of new pool construction was lowest in San Antonio (average value: $39,947) in comparison to other Texas areas reviewed, and nearly all of the new permits originated from the County of Bexar (62 permits).

Out of the approximately 40 pool builders with new swimming pool permits on record in San Antonio last month, the following ranked as the top three for total permits:

Builder	Total Permits
1-Cody Pools	12
2-Pool Concepts by Pete Ordaz	7
3-Keith Zars Pools	7

Florida Quarterly Review: Swimming Pool Construction Q2-2022

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Erika Carruth

A review of permit data for new swimming pool construction throughout Florida from January through June 2022

Based on HBW’s latest Swimming Pool Construction Activity Trend Report for Florida, new swimming pool construction appears to be holding steady with last year’s figures through the second quarter of this year. While new pool construction has been on the rise annually across the Sunshine State for the last several years, no major spikes in activity are on the radar yet for 2022.

From January through June of this year, there have been approximately 20,815 new swimming pool construction permits added to the HBW database from the six major regions of Florida (Southwest, Southeast, Central, Northwest, West, Northeast). While the overall market statewide has not exhibited growth or decline at this point, West Florida is positioned slightly ahead of last year with a 5 percent year-over-year increase in new pool permits, while Northwest Florida is off to a slower start through the second quarter with an 8 percent year-over-year decrease in new pool construction.

Here is a closer look at the total permits, leading counties, and YTD % change in new swimming pool construction within each of the Florida regions reviewed:

Southwest

Out of all Florida regions reviewed, the greatest concentration of new swimming pool construction could be found in the southwestern region where there were 6,540 new permits on record with HBW through Q2. New pool construction in the area appears to be holding steady, and figures are aligned with data on record from the same period last year. Out of the five counties that make up the region, the bulk of new pool construction could be found in Lee County (2,001 permits), Sarasota County (1,305 permits), and Manatee County (1,260 permits).

Southeast

The southeastern region of Florida ranked #2 for new pool construction, having more than 4,050 new permits on record with HBW through the second quarter of this year; this figure reflects a level of construction activity that is steady and in line with figures from the same period last year. Out of the seven counties that make up the southeastern region, the two counties of Palm Beach (1,413 permits) and Miami-Dade (1,026 permits) carried 60 percent of all new permitting activity.

West

As previously noted, West Florida is the only region that has exhibited a slight increase in new pool construction so far this year; since the start of this year (thru Q2), there have been 3,574 new permits added to the HBW database for the western region of the state, reflecting a 5 percent year-over-year increase in new pool construction. Out of the seven counties included in the report, the majority of all new permits originated from Hillsborough County (1,122 permits) and Polk County (707 permits).

Central

Since the start of this year (thru Q2) there have been approximately 2,890 new swimming pool construction permits added to the HBW database for Central Florida, reflecting a 3 percent year-over-year decline in new pool construction activity. Out of the six counties that make up the area, more than half of all new pool construction could be found in Orange County and Brevard County where there were 961 and 616 new permits on record respectively for the six-month period.

Northeast

Through the second quarter of this year, there have been nearly 2,100 new swimming pool construction permits added to the HBW database for the northeastern region of Florida; this figure reflects a minor 2 percent year-over-year decrease in new pool construction. Out of the eight counties that make up the region, more than 70 percent of all new permits originated from the three counties of St. Johns (817 permits), Duval (392 permits), and Flagler (272 permits).

Northwest

In the northwestern region of Florida, there were more than 1,660 new swimming pool construction permits on record through Q2-2022, reflecting an 8 percent year-over-year decline in new pool construction activity. Out of the eighteen counties (16 Florida counties, 2 Alabama bordering counties) that were included in the report, nearly 70 percent of all new permits originated from the four counties of Baldwin (333 permits), Walton (324 permits), Santa Rosa (247 permits), and Bay (239 permits).