Condition Check
Shell, coping and deck assessed so the quote covers what is actually wrong.
Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool
Renovation
Resurfacing, tile, coping and the space around it. A renovated pool with a tired surround still looks tired.
What We Do
The Pool and What Surrounds It
Most pool renovations we are called about are really two jobs. The pool shell and finish, and the deck, coping and planting that frame it.
Doing only the first is why some renovated pools still look dated. The eye reads the whole space, not the water.
We handle the surround, the drainage around it, and the transition back to the house, so it finishes as one piece of outdoor space.
Pool remodeling is really two jobs: the pool itself, and the space around it.
- Pool resurfacing
- Waterline tile and coping
- Deck and surround construction
- Drainage around the pool
- Fencing and gates to the pool area
- Lighting and finishing
What You Get
What a Pool Job Covers
Surface
Resurfacing to a finish suited to the pool and how it gets used.
Tile and Coping
Waterline tile and edge detail, which is what most dates a pool.
Deck and Surround
The area around the pool built to drain away from the water rather than into it.
Drainage
Surface water managed so the surround does not pond or push water at the house.
Safety
Fencing and gates to the pool area. <span class="ph">[CLIENT: confirm the current Louisiana pool barrier requirements you work to]</span>
How It Works
Four Steps From Call to Finished
The same process on every job in the New Orleans metro, whether it is one room or the whole house.
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Free On-Site Walkthrough
We come to the property and look at the actual house. On older New Orleans homes that means checking settling, moisture and what sits behind the plaster before anyone quotes a number.
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Written Scope and Price
You get swimming pool written down: what is included, what is not, and what could change it. No charge and no obligation.
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One Crew, One Contact
Materials, trades and scheduling handled in house. You hear about problems the day we find them, not in a bill at the end.
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Walk It and Sign Off
We walk the finished work with you, write down anything you are not happy with, and fix it before the job is called complete.
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What Drives the Choice Between Plaster, Pebble, and Tile
Plaster is the most common pool interior finish because it’s a familiar, smooth surface, but it’s also the most porous of the common options, which makes it more prone to staining and algae taking hold over time if water chemistry isn’t kept in balance. Pebble finishes are more durable and textured, which resists staining better than plaster, though the texture is rougher underfoot.
Tile is the most durable and the easiest to keep clean, since it’s the least porous surface, but a full tile interior is typically reserved for smaller areas like the waterline or as an accent rather than the whole pool shell. What drives the right choice for your pool is less about looks alone and more about how the pool is used, how consistently the water chemistry gets maintained, and how much surface texture you want underfoot.
Deck and Surround Materials That Actually Handle Louisiana Heat and Rain
A pool deck that gets too hot to walk on barefoot in the middle of summer defeats the point of having a pool. Lighter-colored materials and finishes that don’t absorb as much heat, like certain travertine, textured concrete, or light-colored pavers, stay noticeably cooler underfoot than dark, smooth concrete does in direct Louisiana sun.
Slip resistance matters just as much here, since a pool deck is wet often given how much it rains and how humid it stays even when it isn’t. A smooth, polished surface that looks great dry can turn into a hazard the moment it gets wet, so a textured finish that sheds water without becoming slick is usually the better long-term choice for a New Orleans pool surround.
Cracking, Staining, and Aging Equipment: Repair or Full Resurface?
Small cracks, isolated stains, or a rough patch in an otherwise sound pool surface can often be repaired without resurfacing the entire pool. A full resurface makes more sense when cracking is widespread, when the surface has worn thin enough to expose the layer underneath, or when staining has set in deep enough that spot treatment won’t fix it.
Aging pool equipment, pumps, filters, and heaters that are well past their expected service life, is worth evaluating at the same time as the surface, since it’s more efficient to address equipment issues while the pool is already drained and out of use for resurfacing work rather than draining it again later for a separate repair.
Local Knowledge
Pools on Soft Ground
Ground that moves is as much a factor around a pool as anywhere else. Decks and coping settle, joints open, and water starts going where it should not.
Drainage around a pool matters twice over: keeping surface water out of the pool, and keeping it away from the house.
- Settling decksBase preparation sized for soil that gives under load
- DrainageSurround graded so water leaves rather than ponds
- Humidity and growthSurfaces and finishes chosen for a climate that grows mildew fast
- Safety barriersFencing and gates planned as part of the job, not bolted on after
Ready For a Straight Number?
Tell us what you want done. We will come look at the house and put it in writing.
They transformed my old kitchen into a modern space quickly and kept everything clean.
Lucas Rivera
They renovated our entire condo and the quality is top-tier. New flooring, fresh paint, and updated lighting throughout.
Sophie Ruby
A full main floor renovation. Honest pricing, high-quality materials, and a very hardworking crew.
Zachary Bailey
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you resurface without replacing the coping?
Sometimes, but if the coping is what looks dated you will not be happy with the result. We will show you both options honestly.
Do you build new pools?
[CLIENT: confirm whether you build new pools or renovate existing only]
Can you fix the deck around it too?
Yes, and usually that is where most of the visual improvement comes from. See patios.
What about pool fencing?
We handle it as part of the job. See fences and gates.
Is there a difference between renovation and remodeling?
In practice, no. People use both words for the same work, and we answer to either. If you want the longer version we wrote about it: renovating vs remodeling.
How do I know if my pool needs resurfacing or just a repair?
Isolated cracks or stains in an otherwise sound surface usually just need spot repair. Widespread cracking, thinning that exposes the layer underneath, or deep-set staining across the pool are signs a full resurface is the better long-term fix rather than repeated patching.
What pool deck material stays coolest in Louisiana summer heat?
Lighter-colored materials that reflect more heat, such as light-colored pavers, certain travertine, or textured light concrete, stay noticeably cooler underfoot than dark, smooth concrete in direct sun. Texture also matters for keeping the surface safe when it’s wet.
Do I need a fence or barrier around my pool?
Pool barrier and fencing requirements vary by parish in the New Orleans metro area. Confirm the specific requirement for your property with your local parish before finalizing a pool surround or renovation project.
Cities We Serve
Swimming Pool Across the New Orleans Metro
Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist and Tangipahoa parishes, and out to Baton Rouge.
- New Orleans
- Metairie
- Kenner
- Gretna
- Slidell
- Covington
- Mandeville
- Madisonville
- LaPlace
- Hammond
- St Rose
- Baton Rouge
Not listed? Call 504-470-0455. We cover most of the metro and the Northshore.
Explore Our Services
What Else We Do
One contractor, inside and out, across the New Orleans metro and the Northshore.
Where We Are
Based on Magazine Street
We work out of 3436 Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans, which puts most of the metro within a short run and the Northshore inside an easy morning.
- Address3436 Magazine Street #120-D
New Orleans, LA 70115 - Phone504-470-0455
- HoursMonday to Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Next Step
Let’s Talk About Swimming Pool
Tell us what you want done in New Orleans and we will come and look at the house. Free written estimate, no obligation, and a number that holds.
Free Estimate
Let's Look At Your House
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- Call504-470-0455
- Visit3436 Magazine Street #120-D
New Orleans, LA 70115 - HoursMonday to Saturday, 8:00am to 5:00pm