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Your Unlicensed Pool Contractor Secretly Hates You – The Fast Track to a Lawsuit
In this episode of The Pool Envy Podcast, Jason digs into what really happens when you trust “the pool guy” who isn’t actually licensed—and why that decision can quietly put you on the fast track to a lawsuit.
This isn’t just contractor drama. It’s about:
- How unlicensed work quietly shifts all the risk onto you as the homeowner
- Why the “He’s been doing this for 30–50 years and nothing’s ever gone wrong” line is a trap
- What happens when a bad gas or electrical install leads to a fire or shock and damages your neighbor’s property
- How skipping a permit can give your insurance company a perfect excuse to deny or reduce a claim
- Why the “we’ll just pay the fine if we get caught” mindset falls apart when you factor in resale, rework, and legal costs
Jason also tackles some of the biggest myths he hears from homeowners:
- “If I pull a permit, my property taxes will go up.”
- “It’s cheaper to ask forgiveness later.”
- “The inspector is just there to slow me down.”
He explains how permits and inspections actually work in your favor—acting like a discounted “expert double-check” on your project. You still get to DIY or choose your contractor, but you’re not flying blind.
On the public/commercial side, Jason talks about:
- School districts and public entities hiring unlicensed folks—knowingly or “accidentally”
- What that means for taxpayers, kids’ safety, and liability when something goes wrong
- Why insisting on licensed contractors and permitted work is good governance, not bureaucracy
Along the way, you’ll hear some familiar soundbites—like “It’s still illegal” and a playful jab at unlicensed scumbags—plus a few jokes about code books that can’t complain because, well… they’re books.
By the end of this episode, you’ll know:
- The real-world consequences of hiring unlicensed pool contractors
- How permits, inspections, and licensed pros protect your house, your wallet, and your neighborhood
- The simple questions you can ask before hiring anyone to touch your pool, gas, or electrical systems
- How you, quietly, become the local hero by raising the bar in your community
Please see the video/podcast description for more information.
We’ll include links to:
- State license lookup tools
- Local permitting resources
- A quick “Before You Hire” checklist you can use with any contractor
🔹 Free Download – Before You Hire Contractor Checklist (PDF)
Use this one-page checklist before you let anyone touch your pool, gas, or electrical systems:
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