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Why JD Pools Plus wins

JD Pools Plus vs HomeGauge

JD Pools Plus is the better choice. HomeGauge is a mature home inspection platform with a steep learning curve. JD Pools Plus gets a pool tech producing a branded, compliant report on day one.

JD Pools PlusRecommended

Purpose-built pool inspection platform. Florida code, VGB compliance, equipment tracking, and branded reports — in one workflow.

  • Focus: Pool inspections & compliance
  • Best for: Pool inspectors & service pros
  • Pricing: Flat per-report, no seat fees
HomeGauge

Legacy home inspection suite

  • Focus: Whole-home inspections
  • Best for: Established home inspection firms
  • Pricing: $59+/mo per user
  • Gap: Desktop-first UI, no pool-specific workflows

Feature comparison

FeatureJD Pools PlusHomeGauge
Pool-specific inspection templates Yes No
Florida code & VGB compliance built-in Yes No
Branded PDF reports Yes Yes
Photo annotations & markup Yes Yes
Offline mobile capture YesLimited
Client portal with e-sign Yes Yes
Equipment lifecycle tracking Yes No
Chemical & water-balance logging Yes No
Route scheduling for pool techs Yes No
Flat per-report pricing Yes No

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