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South Florida • Resurfacing & Renovation

Pool Looks Tired?
Refresh It Right.

Diamond Brite, Pebble, plaster, and tile — coordinated end-to-end. Investment range $8,000–$30,000. We consult on-site, quote in writing, and oversee through final inspection.

All renovation work performed by trusted licensed partners (CPC-licensed Florida pool contractors).

Finish Comparison

Diamond Brite, Pebble, Plaster, or Tile?

Each finish has trade-offs. Cost, lifespan, look, and maintenance shift based on which you pick. Here's the honest breakdown.

South FL Standard

Diamond Brite

Cost
$8,000–$15,000
Life
5–10 years

Aggregate plaster — gray, blue, or earth tones

Pros
  • +Most popular in South FL
  • +Mid-tier investment
  • +Wide color selection
Cons
  • Stains over time in hard water
  • Shorter life than Pebble
  • Etches without proper chemistry
Premium

Pebble (Pebble Tec / Pebble Sheen)

Cost
$15,000–$25,000
Life
15–20 years

Exposed pebbles — natural texture, premium feel

Pros
  • +Longest-lasting finish
  • +Hides stains and surface wear
  • +Premium resale value
Cons
  • Higher up-front investment
  • Texture is rougher under foot
  • Limited color palette
Entry Level

Marcite / Plaster

Cost
$6,000–$9,000
Life
5–7 years

Smooth white plaster — classic look

Pros
  • +Lowest up-front cost
  • +Quick install
  • +Smoothest texture
Cons
  • Shortest lifespan
  • Stains easily
  • Etches fast in unbalanced water
Luxury

Tile (All-Tile)

Cost
$25,000–$60,000+
Life
30+ years

Glass, ceramic, or stone tile — fully custom

Pros
  • +Longest life of any finish
  • +Fully customizable
  • +Highest resale value
Cons
  • Highest investment
  • Longer install timeline
  • Specialized maintenance
Renovate or Repair?

Not Every Surface Needs Full Resurfacing.

We tell you honestly: full renovation, spot repair, or acid-wash refresh. Sometimes the right answer is half the cost.

Resurface (full)

Plaster delamination, multiple cracks, widespread etching, finish past its useful life (7–10+ years for Diamond Brite, 15–20 for Pebble).

Spot repair

Single hairline crack, isolated chip, one missing tile, minor surface stain. We patch and color-match where possible.

Refresh (acid wash)

Surface still structurally sound but discolored or scaled. Acid wash + bead-blast removes surface stains without resurfacing — 30–50% the cost.

Renovation Timeline

Consult to Swim — 21 Days.

Estimated timeline — actual schedule varies by pool size, finish chosen, permit timing, weather, and material lead times. Subject to change.

Day 1

On-site consultation

We measure, photograph, document the existing surface and tile, and walk you through finish options with samples in-hand.

Week 1

Drain + demo

Pool drained to grade, surface chipped or hydroblasted to bond layer. Tile band removed. 1–2 day window.

Week 2

Prep + install

Bond coat, tile install, then finish (Diamond Brite, Pebble, or plaster) sprayed and trowel-finished. Same day install.

Week 3

Cure + refill

Pool refills slowly to prevent finish damage, water chemistry started during refill. 5–7 days cure to full swim.

Day 21

Swim

Final chemistry balance, surface inspection, and handoff to weekly service. Manufacturer warranty registered.

40+ Years of Combined Expertise Renovating South Florida Pools

Backed by 40+ years of combined founder experience. We've overseen hundreds of South Florida resurfacing projects — every finish, every pool size, every tile detail.

10,000+
pools serviced across Palm Beach and Broward counties. Florida's Best Pools route history, 2024–2026
40+
years of combined founder experience between Matt Balog, Joe Ford, Ronald Liddell, and Doug Santiago. Florida's Best Pools founder bios
158+
five-star Google reviews from South Florida homeowners. Google Business Profile, Florida's Best Pools

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FAQs

Pool resurfacing in South Florida typically runs $8,000–$30,000 depending on pool size, finish chosen, and whether tile and coping work is included. Diamond Brite is the South Florida mid-tier standard at $8,000–$15,000 for a 14×28 pool. Pebble finishes (Pebble Tec, Pebble Sheen) run $15,000–$25,000 with 15–20 year life. We quote flat-rate after on-site consultation.

Ready to refresh your pool?

On-site consultation. Written quote. Manufacturer warranties. Permit coordination. All renovation work performed by trusted licensed partners.