Pool Resurfacing
Pool Resurfacing and Replastering
Pool resurfacing replaces the worn interior finish of a plaster pool with a new one. The pool is drained, the old surface is prepped and a fresh finish goes on. At Pinnacle Pool Service, we manage the job for in-ground pools across the Triad and the Triangle, from the first visit through start-up.
You’ll hear the work called resurfacing and replastering. Replastering is the word people often use for plaster pools, and resurfacing is the broader term that also covers quartz and pebble finishes. This page covers when a pool needs it, what the work involves and the finishes you can choose from.
When a Plaster Pool Needs Resurfacing
Plaster wears slowly. Water chemistry and sun take a little off the surface each season. Here are the signs that tell us a pool is ready for a new finish:
One small stain or a single rough patch may be fixable on its own. When several of these show up together, resurfacing is usually the better use of your money than chasing repairs. If you’re not sure where your pool stands, give us a call and tell us what you’re seeing, and we’ll put together a free resurfacing quote.
What Resurfacing Involves
Every resurfacing job follows the same basic path.
Finish Options
Pool finishes for a plaster pool generally fall into three families.
Standard plaster. The classic white or lightly tinted interior. It has a smooth feel and a clean, bright look in the water.
Quartz finishes. A cement-based finish with colored quartz aggregate mixed in. Quartz opens up more color options than plain white plaster.
Pebble finishes. Small smooth stones set in the finish and exposed at the surface. They give the pool a natural look and a textured feel underfoot.
NPT Finishes
We offer NPT pool finishes on our resurfacing jobs. We’ll walk you through the NPT options that suit your pool.
Pebble Tec® on Request
Some homeowners ask for Pebble Tec®, a pebble finish made by Pebble Technology International and applied by authorized installers. If that’s you, we bring in an authorized Pebble Tec installer as our subcontractor, and Pinnacle still handles the job from start to finish. Pebble Tec usually costs more than our standard finishes. If you’re weighing the two, we can quote both an NPT finish and Pebble Tec for the same pool.
Compare Pebble Tec and NPT finishes to see how each one is described by the company that makes it.
Tile at the Same Time
If your waterline tile is cracked, loose or dated, resurfacing is the right moment to deal with it. The pool is already drained, and tile work near the waterline can disturb the plaster edge below it. Doing tile first and plaster second means you only drain the pool once and the new finish stays clean. Pinnacle takes tile jobs now, so both can run as one project. See pool tile repair and replacement.
Resurfacing is often one part of a bigger project that can include new concrete around the pool. See everything a pool renovation can cover.
Who Does the Work
Plastering is a specialist trade. Like most pool companies, we use specialist plaster subcontractors for the application itself, and Pinnacle manages the job. We scope the work, send you a written quote with each stage, its cost and the schedule, and line up the crews. Most projects start within three to four weeks of signing.
You deal with Pinnacle for everything, including while the plaster crew is on site. We call or text you as each stage wraps up.
We are a family-owned company. We are licensed and insured, and we work on in-ground pools only.
Depending on the plaster, you can see up to a 10-year warranty on a new plaster finish, as long as proper water chemistry is kept and recorded.
After Resurfacing: Start-Up and Water Chemistry
A new finish needs extra care in its first weeks. Fresh plaster sheds fine dust as it cures, so it needs regular brushing. The water chemistry also has to be watched closely, because water that is out of balance can stain or etch a new surface before it has a chance to settle.
Pinnacle handles the start-up and care of the new finish. Keeping the chemistry balanced and recorded matters for the plaster warranty too.
Once the finish has cured, steady care keeps it looking good for years. Our cleaning and maintenance plans keep the water balanced all season so your new surface stays in good shape.
Paying for Your Project
Pinnacle is a Lyon Financial partner. Financing is available for renovation projects over $6,000, with loan terms up to 30 years. Learn about pool financing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between pool resurfacing and replastering?
Replastering is the word people often use for plaster pools. Resurfacing is the broader term, and it covers quartz and pebble finishes too.
How do I know if my pool needs resurfacing?
Rough texture, stains that won’t lift and hollow or flaking spots are the most common signs. If you see several of them together, it’s time for a new finish. Call us and describe what you’re seeing.
How long does pool resurfacing take?
It depends on the size of the pool, the finish you choose and the weather. Most projects start within three to four weeks of signing, and your written quote includes the schedule.
How much does pool resurfacing cost?
The price depends on the pool’s size, the condition of the old surface and the finish you pick. Pebble finishes generally cost more than standard plaster. Resurfacing quotes are free, and every job starts with a written quote. Financing is available for projects over $6,000.
Can you resurface a vinyl liner pool?
Vinyl liner pools don’t have a plaster surface to resurface. When the liner wears out, it gets replaced instead. See vinyl liner replacement.
Do you offer Pebble Tec?
Yes, on request. We bring in an authorized Pebble Tec installer, usually at a higher cost than our standard NPT finishes, and we can quote both for your pool.
Ready for a New Finish?
Tell us what your pool looks like today and we'll take it from there. Request a resurfacing quote or call us. Triad (336) 383-1500. Triangle (984) 500-0454.
Pebble Tec and Pebble Sheen are registered trademarks of their respective owner. Pinnacle Pool Service is not a Pebble Tec franchise.