Pool Resurfacing - Palm Springs, CA

After some years, the surface of your pool will begin to show its age. The surface may start showing chips, cracks or begin to peel. If you’re like most pool owners, your pool is a way life so when you start to notice signs of deterioration, it’s best to take care of the problems early on, before things start really falling apart and the cost increases exponentially. When estimating costs, pool size is the biggest consideration but the shape of the pool matters too, because a square pool with flat walls is much easier to work with than one with curves. Then we need to consider what type of final finish you’re looking for. In any case, we make it easy for you to have your pool resurfaced, and we can do it to fit any budget as well. 

Many of our clients started with a regular concrete pool, but when they decided to have their pool resurfaced, they went for the Diamond Brite finish mainly because it doesn’t cost that much more than plain concrete, but it’s much more durable and attractive! Diamond Brite has been known to last upwards of 12 years, so it’s a good choice but you can also choose from a whole spectrum of other finishing options. After all, having your pool resurfaced is the perfect opportunity for a change so try one our exciting finishing options! 

Here are the steps needed to resurface your pool: 

First Step – Draining and inspection: 

First, your pool must be fully drained before any refinishing and repairs can take place. While our crew member is draining your pool, they’ll conduct a full visual inspection to identify anything that needs attention. They’ll then perform a test of all pumps and related pool equipment to ensure it’s all in good working order. 

Second Step – Preparation: 

After we drain the pool and it’s sufficiently dry, we start prepping the surfaces. This typically involves covering the entire surrounding area with a protective tarp, sand blasting, and complete stripping the pool walls and multi-coating. 

Sand blasting can be a bit dusty, but our crew knows how to keep all that to a bare minimum, so you’ll barely even notice. At the end of the day everything will be cleaned up and all equipment removed so you won’t even be able to tell we were there! 

Third Step – Tiles and Masonry: 

By this point, you have decided what kind of finish you desire and since this is the final step, you’ll want to be absolutely sure of your selection. Once we’ve signed the final agreement the work will begin. 

For the most part, tiling can take anywhere from 24 to 36 hours. Masonry can take a day or two, depending upon your pools specific needs. 

Fourth Step – Plumbing Inspection: 

At this point, we want to be sure that the integrity of the plumbing is intact and the pipes are sealed properly to prevent any leaks. We’ll also perform any additional repairs deemed necessary. This’ll take around one working day. 

Fifth Step – Acid Wash and Applying the Pool Finish: 

The pool walls will require an acid wash for the final cleaning. We also need to etch the surface to make it rough enough for the finish to stick well. This step also removes any foreign contaminants that could interfere with the adhesion of the finish. These contaminants occur from chemical reactions that result from adding chemicals to the pool to adjust the chemistry. 

After the acid wash, the acid must be neutralized. Only then will we begin applying your chosen finish. This is when you start to see what the final product will look like. Usually, this process takes less than three days, depending on the size and shape of the pool. 

An acid wash is required to be performed by trained professionals which  insures proper bonding of these specialized products. 

Sixth Step – Filling the Pool & Cleanup: 

Although our team of experts never fails to clean up at the end of each day, we like to make sure we leave your place spic and span after the project is finished! We spend a few hours cleaning up any areas we may have overlooked and only then do we actually fill your pool up. We’ll then do one final pass to check for anything out of the ordinary. 

Seventh Step – Initial Water Treatment: 

In order to be absolutely sure your pool’s new resurfacing application will last a very long time, an initial water treatment must be performed. This can take up to a week, due to the fact that adjustments will need to be made to make sure it’s perfect. 

If you have your own pool service crew you would prefer to use, no problem! We’ll work with them to achieve just the right water chemistry to guarantee your pool resurfacing will last a long time. 

You probably realize that this isn’t something that should be attempted by an untrained novice or homeowner. As soon as you notice any early signs of deterioration, the smart thing to do is call us for a free on-site consultation. We’ll assess the situation and come up with a no obligation estimate. 

South Florida’s year-round summer conditions pair perfectly with a cool, tranquil pool. Whether you want to go for a swim or entertain guests around a stunning water feature, a pool can be a great investment for your property. 

Just like your other investments, pools need some attention, especially as they start to age and have signs of normal wear and tear. So if your pool’s finish is starting to fail and is chipped or damaged — or you’re ready for something new — it could be time for it to be resurfaced. 

Depending on the original finish type, amount of use, and your  level of maintenance, your pool could need resurfacing after about five to 10 years. Whether you’re beyond due or just starting to think about resurfacing, here are some breakdowns of costs, materials and timelines to consider before resurfacing your pool.