Reviews

What customers say — Google is the largest, most representative sample.

Google

4.2 · 91

Yelp

2.5 · 17

Source: Google / SERP · Jul 2026.

How They Compare

Against typical Florida pool builders.

Google rating 4.2 (avg 4.4)

Completion rate 1%

Permits on record 184

Years online 2013

Standing & Verification

Official-record checks from FL DBPR, permit databases and state records.

Actively permittingRecent permits on file in Tampa

✓ Verified

Completion track record1% of permits finaled

✓ Verified

Licensed contractorFL DBPR record confirmed · CPC1458419

✓ Verified

Sources: City of Tampa Open Data · Google / SERP (reviews) · Wayback Machine · FL DBPR · FL DFS & Sunbiz.

Permit Track Record

Built from City of Tampa permit history — volume, value and work-mix over time. No other directory shows this.

184permits on record

11peak pools/yr

1%completion rate

Pools permitted per year

2023: 1 pool

2023

2024: 2 pools

2024

2025: 11 pools

2025

What they pull permits for

Work-mix data pending.

Source: City of Tampa Open Data.

Recent Permits

Pulled from permit history — proof of active, valued work.

2025-11 In-ground concret... — 32430 T*** OF L*** AVE Complete

2025-10 N/A — 3609 W J***** AVE Complete

2025-08 N/A — 4003 W S****** ST Triage

2025-08 N/A — 14922 N R*** AVE Issued

2025-07 N/A — 3311 S****** CIR E Triage

Source: City of Tampa Open Data.

Current Workload

Open permits right now — how busy they are.

2open permits

Light — short wait likely.

License & Credentials

Florida state contractor license & scope of work.

✓ FL DBPR record found

License #: CPC1458419
Type: Certified Pool/Spa Contractor
Status: Active
Qualifier: Robert F Foster

Scope of work & exact number verified on FL DBPR.

Ownership

Robert F Foster

Owner / license qualifier · FL DBPR

Confirmed on FL DBPR

Project Photos

Portfolio photos — what this builder's work looks like.

📷Their portfolioPhotos from hiveoutdoor.com

Find Them Online

Verify anywhere.

🌐 hiveoutdoor.com → 📍 Google profile → 🏛 FL DBPR lookup → 👍 Facebook →

About Hive Outdoor Living, LLC

Tampa Bay's premier pool builder serving Hillsborough, Pinellas & Pasco Counties.

Credentials & Recognition

FSPA/PHTA certifications & awards when on file.

CPC · top FL pool credential FL State Licensed

FSPA membership · PHTA/CPO · manufacturer certs surfaced when present.

Hive Outdoor Living, LLC — Frequently Asked Questions

Answered from public records.

Is Hive Outdoor Living, LLC a licensed and insured pool builder?

Hive Outdoor Living, LLC holds an active Florida state contractor license (CPC1458419) verified against FL DBPR. Always confirm current licensure and proof of insurance in writing before signing.

How long has Hive Outdoor Living, LLC been building pools?

Public records show 184 building permits on file, state-licensed since 2013.

What areas does Hive Outdoor Living, LLC serve?

Based on permit records, Hive Outdoor Living, LLC builds across Hillsborough County.

How do I verify a pool builder before hiring?

Check: (1) active FL license on DBPR, (2) real permit history with finalized projects, (3) genuine reviews across platforms, (4) fair pricing. This profile gathers all four from public records.

Get a Free Quote

Request goes directly to Hive Outdoor Living, LLC.

Sources & Verification

Every figure traced to a primary source.

City of Tampa Open Data · Google / SERP (reviews) · Wayback Machine · FL DBPR · FL DFS & Sunbiz.

Project Gallery

Portfolio · customer photos from Google Maps.

📷Their portfolioPhotos from hiveoutdoor.com

Social

Their latest, in their own feeds.

Instagram → Facebook → Youtube →

Offers & Specials

Selling points — finalized with the builder at claim.

📋

Free Quote & ConsultationNo-cost site visit

💳

Financing AvailablePartner lenders

🎯

Free EstimateInstant ballpark + exact quote

Services

Typical custom-build scope.

Custom In-ground Pools Spas & Hot Tubs Pool Remodels & Resurfacing Screen Enclosures Pavers & Decking Water Features Outdoor Kitchens Pool Lighting Equipment & Heaters

Workload

Open permits right now.

2open permits

Light — short wait likely.

Recent Permits

Pulled from permit history — proof of recent, valued work no other directory shows.

2025-11 In-ground concret... — 32430 T*** OF L*** AVE Complete

2025-10 N/A — 3609 W J***** AVE Complete

2025-08 N/A — 4003 W S****** ST Triage

2025-08 N/A — 14922 N R*** AVE Issued

2025-07 N/A — 3311 S****** CIR E Triage

Source: City of Tampa Open Data.

Reviews

Across platforms — Google is the largest sample.

Google

4.2 · 91

Yelp

2.5 · 17

Source: Google / SERP · Jul 2026.

Insider Report — Permit Trends

Built from City of Tampa permit history — volume, value and work-mix over time.

184permits on record

11peak pools/yr

1%completion rate

Pools permitted per year

2023: 1 pool

2023

2024: 2 pools

2024

2025: 11 pools

2025

What they pull permits for

Work-mix data pending.

Source: City of Tampa Open Data.

Standing & Verification

Official-record checks — greens confirmed now.

Actively permittingRecent permits on file in Tampa

✓ Verified

Completion track record1% of permits finaled

✓ Verified

Licensed contractorFL DBPR record confirmed · CPC1458419

✓ Verified

Sources: City of Tampa Open Data · Google / SERP (reviews) · Wayback Machine · FL DBPR · FL DFS & Sunbiz.

How They Compare

Against typical Florida pool builders.

Google rating 4.2 (avg 4.4)

Completion rate 1%

Permits on record 184

Years online 2013

Where They Build

Every neighborhood where Hive Outdoor Living, LLC has pulled a pool permit.

County permit neighborhoods × open-data boundaries · no client addresses.

Service Area

Based near Tampa, FL.

Serving Hillsborough and surrounding areas — see the build map for exact coverage.

hiveoutdoor.com →

Estimate Your Pool Cost

Ballpark for a Hillsborough custom build — request an exact quote.

Pool size Add features

Spa Water feature Outdoor kitchen Pavers

$71,760 – $84,240

Planning range · not a quote

Financing Calculator

Estimate a monthly payment.

Amount: $78,000 Term

$790 / mo

~8.99% APR · illustrative

Find Them Online

Verify anywhere.

🌐 hiveoutdoor.com → 📍 Google profile → 🏛 FL DBPR lookup →

Ownership

Robert F Foster

Owner / license qualifier · FL DBPR

Confirmed on FL DBPR

Workload

Currently 2 open permits.

Light — short wait likely.

License & Credentials

Florida state contractor license & scope of work.

✓ FL DBPR record found

License #: CPC1458419
Type: Certified Pool/Spa Contractor
Status: Active
Qualifier: Robert F Foster

Scope of work & exact number verified on FL DBPR.

Credentials & Recognition

FSPA/PHTA certs & awards when on file.

CPC · top FL pool credential FL State Licensed

Warranty & Guarantees

Plain-English once the builder publishes terms.

Structural shell warrantyStandard for FL gunite pools

— Terms not posted

Equipment warrantiesPentair/Hayward pass-through

— Confirm

About Hive Outdoor Living, LLC

Tampa Bay's premier pool builder serving Hillsborough, Pinellas & Pasco Counties.

Similar Builders Nearby

Comparable contractors — handy for a second and third quote.

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Ultra Custom Pool Designs LLC89 permits

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West Shore Pools & Outdoor Living, LLC12 permits

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Hive Outdoor Living, LLC — Frequently Asked Questions

Answered from public records.

Is Hive Outdoor Living, LLC a licensed and insured pool builder?

Hive Outdoor Living, LLC holds an active Florida state contractor license (CPC1458419) verified against FL DBPR. Always confirm current licensure and proof of insurance in writing before signing.

How long has Hive Outdoor Living, LLC been building pools?

Public records show 184 building permits, state-licensed since 2013.

How long does it take Hive Outdoor Living, LLC to build a pool?

Custom in-ground pools in Florida typically take 8–16 weeks after permits. Hive Outdoor Living, LLC currently has 2 open permits.

What areas does Hive Outdoor Living, LLC serve?

See the county/neighborhood footprint map above for exactly where their pools are permitted. Based in Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL.

Get a Free Quote

Request goes directly to Hive Outdoor Living, LLC.

Sources & Verification

Every figure traced to a primary source.

City of Tampa Open Data · Google / SERP (reviews) · Wayback Machine · FL DBPR · FL DFS & Sunbiz.

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How They Compare

Standing & Verification

Permit Track Record

Recent Permits

Current Workload

License & Credentials

Ownership

Project Photos

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About Hive Outdoor Living, LLC

Credentials & Recognition

Hive Outdoor Living, LLC — Frequently Asked Questions

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Sources & Verification

Project Gallery

Social

Offers & Specials

Services

Workload

Recent Permits

Reviews

Insider Report — Permit Trends

Standing & Verification

How They Compare

Where They Build

Service Area

Estimate Your Pool Cost

Financing Calculator

Find Them Online

Ownership

Workload

License & Credentials

Credentials & Recognition

Warranty & Guarantees

About Hive Outdoor Living, LLC

Similar Builders Nearby

Hive Outdoor Living, LLC — Frequently Asked Questions

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