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Renew a cracked, stained or rough pool shell with a lasting new finish.
The interior finish is what you see, touch and swim against, and it is the first thing to wear out. When plaster stains, roughens or cracks, resurfacing restores a smooth, clean, watertight surface, often making a decades-old pool look better than the day it was built.
We resurface with plaster, quartz and pebble finishes, prepping the shell properly so the new surface bonds and lasts.
We drain the pool and prep the shell by chipping or hydroblasting so the new finish bonds.
Structural cracks and hollow spots are addressed before the new surface goes on.
Fresh tile at the waterline to complete the refreshed look, where needed.
Even application of your chosen plaster, quartz or pebble finish by an experienced crew.
Color and texture choices from smooth classic plaster to durable pebble.
We refill, start the equipment and balance the water so the new finish cures correctly.
A finish is only as good as the surface under it. We do not shortcut prep; we remove failed material, treat cracks and hollow spots, and bond the new finish properly so it lasts instead of peeling.
We also guide the critical first-week water chemistry, which is where many resurfacing jobs succeed or fail.
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GWP Builders specializes in major pool construction, remodeling, and structural repairs with a minimum project scope of $5,000.
We don’t take on small handyman-level repairs or routine pool service under $5,000.
Resurfacing restores a smooth, watertight finish and is the single most common pool upgrade in the Valley. Here is how the three main finishes compare for a standard-size pool:
| Finish | Typical cost (standard pool) | Typical lifespan* | Look & feel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard white / colored plaster | $7,000 – $10,000 | 8–12 years | Smooth; most affordable; shows etching and staining sooner |
| Quartz aggregate | $9,000 – $14,000 | 10–15 years | Smooth with more stain and chemical resistance; wide color range |
| Pebble aggregate (e.g. Pebble Tec-type finishes) | $11,000 – $18,000+ | 15–20+ years | Textured, natural look; the most durable of the three |
*With balanced water chemistry and normal use. Minimum project scope: $5,000. Planning ranges for Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley in 2026, based on typical project scopes. They are not a quote: your price depends on site access, soils, size, finishes and permits, and we confirm it in a free, itemized estimate after a site visit.
Compare all project types in the pool cost guide.
Read more: hydroblasting vs. undercutting · signs your pool needs replastering.
Who issues your permit depends on where you live, and getting it right is part of the job. We pull permits for every build and for remodels whose scope requires one.
Replastering on its own is handled differently from a remodel that moves lights, replaces skimmers or changes the shape. We confirm the exact permit path with the building department for your scope before we start.
Marble dust and white cement. The classic smooth finish and the most affordable, but the quickest to show etching, staining and roughness if water chemistry drifts.
Plaster blended with colored quartz aggregate. Still smooth to the touch, more resistant to stains and chemicals, and available in many colors.
Small, polished river pebbles exposed in a cement matrix. Textured, natural-looking and the most durable of the three, which is why many homeowners choose it when they plan to stay long term.
Not sure which suits you? Read the pool finish guide.
Everything homeowners ask us before they replaster:
Warning signs, patch vs. full replaster, and timing.
Choosing the right interior finish.
Why surface prep decides how long a finish lasts.
Typical LA prices by finish.
Surface vs. structural cracks and repairs.
We provide pool resurfacing across the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles. Find local permit notes, neighborhoods and projects for your city:
