The cost to resurface a pool varies widely depending on the pool size, type, surface finish, and location, but here are the key details:
- Average cost: Around $11,000 for a typical 1,000 square foot pool, with most homeowners paying between $6,000 and $15,000
- Cost per square foot: Resurfacing materials range from $1 to $30 per square foot, depending on the finish type, including options like pool paint, plaster, aggregate, pebble, and tile
- By pool type:
- Concrete/gunite pools: $6,000 to $15,000 on average; these pools often use plaster, aggregate, or pebble finishes
* **Fiberglass pools:** Around $6,500 per 1,000 square feet on average; a new gel coat with painted topcoat costs about $1,000 to $1,200
* **Vinyl pools:** Typically require liner replacement rather than resurfacing, costing $1,400 to $4,800 for resurfacing or $3,000 to $7,500 for liner replacement
- Finish types and costs per square foot:
- Paint (epoxy or latex): $1 to $2, lasts 5-7 years
* Plaster: $6 to $8
* Aggregate or pebble finishes: $6 to $15
* Tile: $8 to $30+, most durable and expensive
- Additional costs: Emptying and refilling the pool, repairs, and optional upgrades like new lighting or decking can increase the total cost
- Smaller pools example: For a 500-square-foot pool, plaster resurfacing might cost $3,000 to $4,000
. For a 6 x 2.5 meter (about 160 square feet) fiberglass pool, resurfacing costs range from $2,100 to $3,200
In summary, expect to pay between about $6,000 and $15,000 for most pool resurfacing projects, with the exact price depending on your pool’s size, type, and chosen finish. More durable finishes like tile or polymer coatings will be at the higher end of the range
