Gather these five details
- Property ZIP and whether the pool is in Bradenton city or county jurisdiction
- Pool dimensions, existing finish and visible problem areas
- Waterline tile, coping and deck work you want included
- Gate width, screen enclosure and access to the pool
- Preferred work dates and any previous finish or repair records
Public resources for your property
A Bradenton mailing address does not settle permitting jurisdiction. Manatee County provides pool-resurfacing paperwork; describe additional tile, deck or equipment work when asking which approvals apply.
- Manatee County permitting forms
The county lists a pool-resurfacing acknowledgement form. Ask the authority for your address about the actual resurfacing and renovation scope.
- Florida contractor license search
Check the business and license information against the contractor named in your proposal.
Five questions for the written proposal
Open a topic for the question to ask and what to compare.
Preparation
Ask: What removal and substrate repairs are included?
Ask which conditions are allowances and how additional repairs are authorized.
Finish
Ask: Which exact finish and color are proposed?
Keep the product name, sample and application scope beside the price.
Tile and coping
Ask: Which tile, coping and edge work is included?
An interior-only total does not establish the cost of a broader remodel.
Water and startup
Ask: Who handles draining, refill and startup care?
Agree responsibilities and written startup instructions before work begins.
Handover
Ask: What inspection and warranty records are supplied?
Separate material warranty terms from the installer’s own workmanship terms.