• Service areas

  Professional Pool Company builds custom gunite pools across Central Florida, including Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Volusia, and Brevard counties. View our full service area map.Featured

• Variable speed pumps explained

  Learn how variable-speed pool pumps work, why they save energy, how RPM affects flow, and why Professional Pool Company installs Hayward pumps for efficiency and reliability.Featured

• Salt system vs. chlorine system

  Learn the difference between saltwater pools and traditional chlorine pools. Compare maintenance, cost, water quality, benefits, and why most Central Florida homeowners choose salt systems.Featured

• Cartridge vs. sand vs. DE

  Learn the differences between cartridge, DE, and sand filters and determine which option provides the best water clarity for your pool.Featured

• Gas heater vs. heat pump vs. chiller

  Compare pool heaters, heat pumps, and chillers to understand which system fits your climate, needs, and budget.Featured

• Pool automation app setup guide

  Step-by-step guide for setting up the Hayward OmniLogic, OmniPL, and OmniHub pool automation app. Learn how to connect Wi-Fi, pair your system, create schedules, and control features.Featured

• Smart pool controllers (brands compared)

  Compare the top pool automation controllers like Hayward, Pentair, Jandy, and cloud-based systems. Learn why Professional Pool Company standardizes on Hayward for reliability, compatibility, and long-term support.Featured

• Energy monitoring for pools

  Learn how to monitor and reduce pool energy usage using Hayward automation, variable-speed pumps, smart scheduling, and efficient heating strategies.Featured

• Understanding pump speeds and flow rates

  Understand pool pump speeds and flow rates to improve efficiency, water clarity, and overall system performance.Featured

• Equipment pad layout and organization

  Learn how your pool equipment pad is organized, including pump, filter, heater, salt system, plumbing manifold, automation panel, and valve layout. Professional Pool Company standard installation guide.Featured

• Automation troubleshooting basics

  Learn basic troubleshooting steps for Hayward OmniLogic, OmniPL, and OmniHub automation systems. Fix common issues with pumps, heaters, valves, lights, salt systems, and connectivity.Featured

• Step-by-step excavation guide

  Learn what happens during pool excavation. See how Professional Pool Company handles layout, digging, shaping, soil removal, access prep, and cleanup during this major construction phase.Featured

• Steel reinforcement (rebar) explained

  Learn how steel reinforcement (rebar) works in gunite pool construction. Understand spacing, engineering, inspections, bonding, and why rebar is critical to a strong pool shell.Featured

• Electrical requirements for pools

  Learn the electrical requirements for pool construction, including bonding, grounding, GFCI protection, lighting, equipment circuits, automation wiring, and inspection procedures.Featured

• Plumbing runs: how water circulates

  Learn how pool water circulates through suction lines, pumps, filters, heaters, salt systems, and return jets. Understand underground plumbing and how your pool stays clean and efficient.Featured

• Tile and coping installation process

  Learn how tile and coping are installed on a gunite pool. Understand the waterline tile process, coping placement, expansion joints, preparation, and finishing steps.Featured

• Shotcrete vs. gunite differences

  Learn the differences between shotcrete and gunite in pool construction. Understand dry-mix vs wet-mix systems, strength, quality control, and why gunite is preferred for custom pools.Featured

• Interior finishes: Pebble, quartz, glass

  Compare pebble, quartz, and glass pool interior finishes. Learn the differences in durability, texture, color, cost, and maintenance to choose the best finish for your Central Florida pool.Featured

• Paver vs. travertine deck comparison

  Compare paver vs. travertine pool decks. Learn differences in cost, heat, slip resistance, durability, aesthetics, maintenance, and comfort to choose the best option.Featured

• Startup chemistry guide (First 30 days)

  Learn the correct startup chemistry for the first 30 days after plastering a pool. Includes step-by-step brushing, chlorine, pH, and salt system guidelines to protect your new interior finish.Featured

• Why curing time matters

  Learn why gunite curing time is essential for long-term pool strength. Understand the 21–28 day cure period, watering requirements, and how curing protects your pool’s structure and finish.Featured

• Equipment options and upgrades

  Explore pool equipment options and upgrades including pumps, filters, automation, salt systems, heaters, lighting, water features, and low-maintenance systems.Featured

• Scheduling a consultation

  Learn how to schedule a free pool design consultation with Professional Pool Company. See what information we need, what to expect, and how to prepare for your custom pool design.Featured