Pool Remodeling in Anaheim – Transform Your Old Pool Into Paradise

Last month, we completely transformed the Thompson’s 1982 pool on Knott Avenue – you know, one of those old kidney-shaped ones with the faded blue tile that screams “80s.” Mrs. Thompson said she’d been embarassed to have people over for years because the pool looked so dated. Now? Her neighbors keep asking if they bought a new house. As Anaheim’s trusted pool remodeling experts, we’ve been turning tired old pools into backyard showpieces for over 20 years.

Pool Remodeling Services We Offer

When people call us about pool remodeling in Anaheim, they usually start with “My pool works fine, but it’s ugly.” We get it. That avocado green tile might have been stylish when Reagan was president, but now it just makes your backyard look like a time capsule. Pool remodeling can change everything about your pool except the hole in the ground.

We handle complete pool remodeling projects from simple cosmetic updates to total transformations. Just last week, we started remodeling a pool near Angel Stadium that hasn’t been touched since 1975. We’re adding a spa, changing the shape from rectangular to freeform, installing LED lights, and replacing that rough plaster with smooth pebble finish. Your pool remodeling project can be as simple or elaborate as your budget allows.

Pool Renovation

Here’s the difference between pool remodeling and pool renovation that most contractors won’t explain – renovation typically means fixing what’s broken, while remodeling means changing what you don’t like. Pool renovation might include replastering, fixing cracks, or replacing old equipment. We renovated a pool on State College last month where the owner just wanted everything working properly again.

Pool renovation makes sense when your pool has good bones but needs updating. That beautiful house near Pearson Park had a pool with solid construction from the 1990s, but the equipment was falling apart and the surface was stained. After our renovation, it looks new again without the massive cost of complete remodeling. Sometimes pool renovation is all you need to fall in love with your pool again.

Swimming Pool Remodeling

Swimming pool remodeling in Anaheim has gotten incredibly popular since everyone spent 2020 staring at there backyards. We’ve remodeled more pools in the last three years than in the previous decade combined. That house on Sunkist Street where we added the swim-up bar and outdoor kitchen? The owners said it was cheaper than moving to a bigger house.

Complete swimming pool remodeling lets you fix every annoying thing about your old pool. Hate that the shallow end is too deep for your kids? We can add a beach entry. Tired of that tiny spa that fits two people? We can expand it to fit eight. The Nguyen family near La Palma Park had us completely reconfigure there swimming pool to add a volleyball area for there teenagers. Swimming pool remodeling means getting exactly what you want.

Pool Resurfacing

If your pool surface feels like sandpaper, has visible cracks, or shows gray concrete through the plaster, you need pool resurfacing. We resurface pools all over Anaheim, and honestly, most pools need it every 10-15 years depending on your water chemistry and maintenance. That white ring around your pool tile? That’s calcium buildup that gets worse when your surface is deteriorating.

Modern pool resurfacing options are amazing compared to basic white plaster. We just resurfaced a pool in Anaheim Hills with black pebble that makes the water look like a tropical lagoon. The Garcia family on Euclid chose a quartz finish that sparkles in the sun. Pool resurfacing not only makes your pool beautiful again but also makes it easier to maintain and more comfortable to walk on.

Pool Deck Resurfacing

Your pool might look great, but if the deck around it is cracked, stained, or burning everyone’s feet in summer, you need pool deck resurfacing. We see this constantly in West Anaheim where those old concrete decks from the 1960s are falling apart. Last week, we resurfaced a deck on Magnolia that had cracks you could fit your finger in.

Pool deck resurfacing doesn’t mean tearing everything out. We can apply special coatings that make old concrete look like stone, brick, or tile. The Johnson family near Ball Road chose a coating that stays cool even on the hottest days – there kids can actually walk on it barefoot in August now. We use materials designed for Southern California sun that won’t fade or peel like those DIY coatings from Home Depot.

Pool Replastering

Traditional pool replastering is still the most affordable way to give your pool a fresh look. If your pool has that rough, stained white surface that’s been there since the 90s, replastering can make it smooth and bright white again. We replastered three pools on Harbor Boulevard last month for families getting ready for graduation parties.

Here’s what nobody tells you about pool replastering – the prep work matters more than the plaster itself. We chip out all the old material, fix any cracks in the shell, and make sure the surface bonds properly. That pool we replastered on Vermont Avenue five years ago still looks perfect because we didn’t cut corners on preparation. Cheap replastering jobs start failing within two years.

Pool Tile Replacement

Those dated tiles around your pool’s waterline aren’t just ugly – they might be causing problems. Pool tile replacement is often part of our remodeling projects because old tiles hide damage to the beam behind them. We just replaced tiles at a house near Downtown Anaheim where water had been seeping behind them for years, causing serious damage.

Modern pool tiles are incredible. Glass tiles that shimmer in different colors, natural stone that looks like it belongs in a resort, or porcelain tiles that never fade. The Lee family on Brookhurst chose iridescent glass tiles that change color depending on the angle you look at them. Pool tile replacement instantly updates your pool’s look and protects the structure underneath.

Pool Equipment Upgrades

Your pool might look good, but if it sounds like a jet engine and costs $400 a month to run, you need equipment upgrades. Old pool pumps, filters, and heaters waste enormous amounts of energy. We replaced the equipment on a pool near Disneyland that was using a pump from 1995 – there electric bill dropped by $200 a month.

Modern pool equipment is whisper-quiet and incredibly efficient. Variable-speed pumps adjust automatically, salt systems eliminate the need for harsh chlorine, and new heaters warm your pool twice as fast using half the gas. The Robinson family on Dale Street added automation that lets them control everything from there phone. Pool equipment upgrades pay for themselves through energy savings.

Adding Water Features

Nothing transforms a boring pool like adding water features during remodeling. That plain rectangular pool on Katella we remodeled last year? Now it has a rock waterfall, two deck jets, and a spillover spa that looks like it belongs at a resort. Water features make your pool the neighborhood showplace.

We’ve added every type of water feature imaginable to Anaheim pools. Sheer descents that create a glass-like wall of water, bubblers that kids love playing in, grottos you can swim behind, and fire bowls that create that dramatic fire-and-water effect. The Martinez family near Anaheim Stadium added laminar jets that arc over there pool with LED lights inside the streams – it looks incredible at night.

Spa Addition and Remodeling

Half the pools we remodel in Anaheim either need a spa added or the existing spa completely redone. Those tiny attached spas from the 1980s that fit maybe three people uncomfortably? We can expand them or add a separate spa that actually fits your family. The Cooper family on Lincoln had us build a spa that seats eight adults comfortably.

Spa remodeling includes better jets, improved heating, and proper spillways into the pool. We just remodeled a spa near Yorba Park that hadn’t heated properly in years – turned out the plumbing was completely wrong from the original installation. Now it heats to 104 degrees in 20 minutes and stays hot all evening.

Lighting and Electrical Updates

Old pools have one dim light that barely illuminates anything. Modern LED pool lighting can transform your entire backyard. We installed color-changing LEDs in a pool on Cerritos that can be controlled from an app – they sync the lights to music for parties. The whole remodeling project took two weeks, but the lighting makes the biggest impact.

Electrical updates during pool remodeling aren’t just about pretty lights. Old pools often have dangerous electrical systems that don’t meet current codes. We’ve found live wires just buried in dirt, junction boxes full of water, and grounds that aren’t connected to anything. The city of Anaheim requires bringing everything up to code during major remodeling, which protects your family from electrical hazards.

Common Pool Problems We Fix

Every pool remodeling project in Anaheim starts with fixing existing problems. Leaks that waste hundreds of gallons daily, coping that’s separating from the deck, skimmers that don’t skim, and returns that don’t return. That pool on Nutwood we remodeled was losing 500 gallons a week through a crack nobody could find for three years.

We see the same issues repeatedly in Anaheim pools. Settling from our clay soil causes cracks, old plumbing fails at the joints, and pool-deck separation from ground movement. Tree roots from those huge ficus trees cause havoc with plumbing. We fix all these problems during remodeling so you’re not dealing with them again in two years.

The Remodeling Process

Pool remodeling isn’t like kitchen remodeling where you can’t use it for months. Depending on what we’re doing, you might only be without your pool for 2-3 weeks. We just completed a full remodel on Gilbert Street in 18 days – including new surface, tiles, coping, and equipment.

The process starts with draining your pool (we handle the permits for water discharge). Then we do any structural work, followed by plumbing and electrical updates. Surface preparation comes next, then the new finish. We coordinate everything so there’s no delays between trades. That pool on Sycamore was supposed to take four weeks with another contractor – they dragged it out for three months. We don’t do that.

Cost Expectations for Pool Remodeling

Let’s talk real numbers for pool remodeling in Anaheim. Basic resurfacing starts around $8,000. Add tile replacement and you’re at $12,000. Complete remodeling with equipment upgrades, deck resurfacing, and water features? Plan on $30,000-50,000. That spectacular remodel we did in Anaheim Hills with the infinity edge and outdoor kitchen was $120,000.

But here’s the thing – pool remodeling adds serious value to your house. That real estate agent who lists all those houses near Pearson Park told us updated pools add $40,000-60,000 to home values in Anaheim. Plus, you actually get to enjoy it instead of being embarrassed when people come over.

Why Choose Us for Your Pool Remodel

We’ve been remodeling pools in Anaheim since before the Honda Center was built. We know which houses have copper plumbing that causes stains, which neighborhoods have aggressive water that eats through plaster, and exactly how to deal with Anaheim’s permit department. We’re not learning on your pool.

The Davidson family on Ball Road hired us after two other contractors botched there remodeling project. We fixed there mistakes and completed the remodel properly. Now they refer us to everyone. We stand behind our work with real warranties, not just promises that disappear when problems arise.

Seasonal Considerations

Pool remodeling in Anaheim has ideal seasons. Fall is perfect because the weather’s cooled down but it’s not raining yet. Spring works great too, getting you ready for summer. We avoid replastering in July and August when it’s 100 degrees – the plaster cures too fast. December and January are tough with occasional rain delays.

Smart homeowners book pool remodeling for September through November or February through April. We’re usually booked solid by March for the entire summer. That family on Olive Street who wanted there pool ready for a June wedding? They called us in February, perfect timing.

Start Your Pool Transformation

Your old pool doesn’t have to be an eyesore anymore. Whether you want simple resurfacing or complete transformation with all the bells and whistles, we can make it happen. Pool remodeling in Anaheim is our specialty, and we’ve probably already done several pools in your neighborhood.

Give us a call to schedule a consultation. We’ll look at your pool, discuss what bugs you about it, and show you examples of similar pools we’ve transformed. No high-pressure sales, no mysterious pricing, just honest advice from people who’ve been remodeling Anaheim pools for decades. Your backyard paradise is just a phone call away.