Planning to update your tired-looking pool but worried about how long you’ll be without it? We get this question constantly from homeowners across Dallas, Plano, and Frisco. The good news is that pool remodels are much faster than you might think.
Unlike building a new pool from scratch, renovating your existing pool takes significantly less time. Most projects are completed in 3 to 8 weeks, depending on what you’re updating. Let’s break down what to expect so you can plan your renovation with confidence.
The Timeline: 3-8 Weeks
Basic Refresh: 3-4 weeks
New plaster, updated tile, equipment check
Standard Renovation: 4-6 weeks
Complete resurfacing, new tile and coping, deck repairs, equipment upgrades
Complete Transformation: 6-8 weeks
Major renovations including structural work, water features, full deck replacement
Week-by-Week: What Actually Happens
Here’s how a typical 4-6 week renovation progresses:
Week 1: We drain your pool, remove old tile and coping, and prep the surface. This is the messy demolition phase.
Week 2-3: Our tile setters install your new waterline tile and coping. Since they work exclusively with tile, the precision shows in every detail.
Week 3-4: We apply your chosen interior finish (plaster or pebble). This needs 7-10 days to cure properly – you simply can’t rush chemistry.
Week 4-5: Deck work happens, new equipment gets installed, and plumbing updates are completed.
Week 5-6: We fill your pool, balance the water chemistry, test all systems, and train you on any new equipment.
What Affects Your Timeline?
Weather Delays: North Texas storms or temperature extremes can pause concrete work. Spring and fall offer the most consistent weather.
Hidden Issues: Sometimes we discover cracked beams, plumbing problems, or structural damage once we start. We’ll flag these immediately.
Material Lead Times: Most standard materials we keep in stock. Custom tile or specialty finishes may need ordering, which we plan for upfront.
Your Decision Speed: When we present tile options or finish choices, quick decisions keep the project moving forward.
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Best Time to Start
Spring renovation means you’re swimming by summer. Fall or winter projects avoid the busy season and have your pool ready when warm weather returns. We work year-round in Texas.
If you have a specific deadline – like Memorial Day or a graduation party – call us early. We’ll schedule backward from your target date.
Can You Speed It Up?
Some phases simply can’t be rushed. Plaster curing, concrete setting, and proper tile installation take the time they take. Cutting corners here means problems later.
That said, we’re efficient. As a family business with specialized crews, we keep projects moving without sacrificing the quality that makes renovations last for decades.
Real Timeline Example
The Martinez family in Plano needed their pool updated before their daughter’s graduation party. We started mid-March with a standard renovation – new pebble finish, tile, coping, and LED lights. They were swimming four weeks later, right on schedule.
Ready to Upgrade Your Pool?
Call us at (972) 335-2777 for a free assessment. We’ll visit your property, discuss what needs updating, and give you a realistic timeline based on your specific project.
Leisure Living Pools
📞 (972) 335-2777
✉️ info@leisurelivingpools.com
📍 Dallas, Plano, Frisco & North Texas
