Pool resurfacing in Florida Ridge, FL

Established neighborhoods, aging pools

Florida Ridge is the unincorporated area just south of Vero Beach, stretching toward the St. Lucie County line around Oslo Road. It's a mix of established neighborhoods, newer subdivisions and golf communities. Many of the older homes have pools that were built decades ago and have been resurfaced at least once, while newer homes are reaching the age when the original finish starts to fail.

Call (772) 356-3733 to be connected with an independent contractor who serves Florida Ridge for a free on-site estimate.

What older pools often need

When a pool has been resurfaced before, the old layers can start to separate from the shell underneath. You might notice:

• Spots that sound hollow when tapped.
• Bubbles or blisters under the surface.
• Chunks of finish breaking loose, often on steps or near the main drain.

The fix is removing the loose layers so the new finish bonds to solid material. It's more work than resurfacing over the top, but it's what keeps a new finish from failing early. When comparing estimates, ask each contractor how much material they plan to remove.

Finish options

• White plaster: the classic, lowest-cost finish.
• Quartz: smoother than pebble and more durable than plaster, in many colors.
• Pebble: the longest-lasting choice, with a natural textured look.

If you're planning to sell in the next few years, a fresh plaster or quartz finish can make the backyard show much better. If you're staying long-term, pebble often makes sense over the life of the finish.

Updating the look

Many Florida Ridge pools still have their original tile and coping. Resurfacing is a natural time to update them, since the pool is already empty. New waterline tile and coping can make an older pool look like a recent build.

Getting started

A contractor will inspect the shell, check the tile and coping, and walk you through finish samples. You'll get a written estimate at no cost.

Call (772) 356-3733 or use the form on this page to get started.