Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Pool Replastering
Pool Replastering guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Pool Replastering? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Pool Replastering work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Pool Replastering work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Pool Replastering labor cost? What are the important Pool Replastering quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Pool Replastering - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Pool Replastering? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Pool Replastering expect to pay between $1.84 to $2.32 per square foot. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Pool Replastering work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are usually required for Pool Replastering. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Pool Replastering work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Pool Replastering work? | The appearance, performance and serviceable life of the pool plaster will depend significantly on the skill and experience of the professional you hire. Make sure you verify the quality of past Pool Replastering work before hiring. Tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Pool Replastering something that I can do myself? | This is not a project recommended for the do it yourselfer. A successful Pool Replastering requires the work of skilled trade contractors as well as special materials, tools, fabrication and installation techniques. Do it yourself mistakes may be expensive to remedy and will likely reduce the marketability and value of your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Pool Replastering work? | This work can be completed in 2 to 6 days. |
Pool Replastering - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Pool Replastering. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Pool Replastering work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Pool Replastering will be approved by owner, before any work begins
Pool Replastering - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Pool Replastering. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the pool plaster work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Determine if permit is required for Pool Replastering by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of pool plaster, before any work begins
- Select, specify and order pool plaster; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Manage delivery of pool plaster; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Review material choices for Pool Replastering with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Obtain a permit for Pool Replastering from local building authority; post permit on the jobsite as required
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the pool surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the pool plaster
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Pool Replastering and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
