Granada Hills runs from flat tract streets in the south to horse property and hillside lots below the Santa Susanas. A pool contractor here needs to handle both, because a half-acre lot with a custom pool and a 1960s tract pool are different jobs with different budgets. This page covers what we build and repair across that range.
Who Is the Pool Contractor for Granada Hills?
Spear Pool Equipment & Repair builds, remodels and repairs pools throughout Granada Hills, on both flat tract lots and the larger hillside properties to the north. The company is licensed under CSLB #1143895, pulls LADBS permits on major work, and gives a free written estimate.
Build, Resurface or Repair?
Granada Hills calls sort into three jobs, and the shell usually decides which one:
| Option | What you are seeing | Cost | How long it holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repair | One failed part, a leak, a cracked tile or two | $243 to $1,212 typical | Buys years on a sound shell |
| Resurface | Rough or stained finish, plaster past 10 years | $6,000 to $15,000 | 5 to 10 yrs plaster, 20+ pebble |
| Build new | No pool yet, or a shell past saving | $44,300 to $86,500 in-ground | Decades on the structure |
Pool Work We Handle in Granada Hills
Lot size changes everything here. A pool on a quarter-acre tract lot and a custom pool on horse property need different crews, different access and different budgets.
Our pool upgrade services cover finishes, tile, coping and decks. Equipment is separate work, and on the larger properties the pad is often a long run from the house.
Custom Pools and Larger Builds
On an open lot we handle ground-up pool construction from design and permits through start-up.
Raised spas are the most requested addition, and we handle putting in a spa on shared equipment.
Families ask for a Baja tanning ledge for shallow lounging.
Waterfalls, fire bowls and custom lighting are pool add-ons, and a larger yard gives them room to work.
“Richard gave us great advise and found the problem quickly. He has decades of experience which benefits the customer.”
★★★★★ Stefan P., Granada Hills, verified Yelp review
Resurfacing, Replastering and Tile
Tract pools here are mostly on their second or third finish. We handle complete resurfacing in plaster, quartz or pebble and price each against how long you plan to stay.
| Finish | Lifespan | Upfront cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaster | 5 to 10 years | Lowest | A straight refresh on a budget |
| Quartz | 15 to 20 years | Middle | Longer life without pebble pricing |
| Pebble | 20+ years | Highest | Large pools kept for decades |
Lifespans from HomeAdvisor and finish makers Pebble Technology International and SGM. Plaster is quoted at 5 to 10 years by cost guides and 7 to 10 by manufacturers, and water chemistry decides where a pool lands in that range.
Bigger pools cost more to finish, and plastering costs for larger pools shows by how much.
Hard water leaves a chalk line at the waterline, so replacement waterline tile goes in while the pool is drained.
“The aesthetic finish on my 50 year old pool and decking was stunning, all the functions upgraded, the drainage gives us a peace of mind.”
★★★★★ Howard Teba, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
Hillside Decks, Coping and Drainage
North of Rinaldi the ground slopes, and decks there move with it. Coping lifts, joints open and water finds the low corner.
We correct drainage before quoting new pool edging, then handle concrete deck refinishing once the base is stable.
Equipment, Plumbing and Automation
Long equipment runs on big lots hide small leaks for months. That is our pool equipment team.
We handle repairs on pumps, filters and heaters first, and new pump installation where a motor is finished, which cuts the running cost on a large pool the most.
Automation needs pool electrical upgrades at the panel. Buried leaks get line and fitting repair, and failing lines get a line-by-line replacement.
Get a Free Granada Hills Pool Estimate
Tell us what the pool is doing. Estimates are free, and most repairs are scheduled the same week.
Free visit. Written price. No obligation.
Granada Hills Pools by the Numbers
- 187 pool permits were pulled in Granada Hills from 2013 to 2020, per LA Department of Building and Safety records analyzed by Crosstown. Larger lots keep new construction alive here in a way it is not further south.
- $44,300 to $86,500 is the range for a new in-ground pool, per HomeAdvisor’s 2026 data, with concrete builds at the top.
- About $95,393 is what a pool adds to a typical Los Angeles home, the highest of any major U.S. metro in Redfin’s 2019 study.
Neighborhoods and Local Conditions in Granada Hills
We service pools across Granada Hills: the tracts around Chatsworth Street and Devonshire, the Knollwood neighborhood, the horse properties off Balboa and the hillside streets climbing north of Rinaldi.
Heat is the first local factor. This end of the Valley runs hotter than the Ventura corridor, so pumps run longer and finishes wear faster.
Wind off the pass is the second, carrying dust and debris into the water and loading filters through the dry months.
“Great company. From office staff to front line techs. Awesome job good prices.”
★★★★★ Gary Richards, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
What Drives the Price of Pool Work in Granada Hills
Quotes span a wide range here for four reasons:
- Lot size and pool size. Both resurfacing and heating scale with the water.
- Access. Hillside and horse properties take longer to stage.
- Features. Spas, waterfalls and automation each add their own scope.
- Permits. Major work in the City of Los Angeles needs an LADBS permit.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Pump motor repair | $50 to $300 |
| Heater repair | $160 to $730 |
| In-ground leak repair | $350 to $2,700 |
| Full resurfacing | $6,000 to $15,000 |
| New in-ground pool | $44,300 to $86,500 |
National ranges from HomeAdvisor 2026 cost data. Granada Hills quotes depend on access and what we find once the pool is drained.
“I’ve used SPEAR for many years and I’ve never been disappointed. The office is always great and the techs are genius!”
★★★★★ Mark Randall, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
Meet the Owner
Ran Neuman owns Spear Pools, Inc. and brings 18 years of hands-on pool repair and construction experience.
On remodels he meets the homeowner, explains each step and stays involved from demolition through start-up. Connect with Ran on LinkedIn.
Read what north Valley customers say on our Google Business Profile.
“Really know what they are doing. Used them a number of times.”
★★★★★ Roger Duhl, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
Nearby Areas We Serve
South across Devonshire the tracts continue, and we cover Northridge pool remodeling there.
West along the foothills we work throughout Chatsworth. Southeast past the basin, homeowners call us for pool service in Lake Balboa.
Look up your city in our list of service areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a pool contractor?
Choosing a pool contractor comes down to four checks: a current CSLB license, proof of insurance, a written scope and price before work starts, and reviews that describe finished jobs rather than the sales visit. Ask who will actually be on site each day, since that is where most complaints begin. Spear is licensed under CSLB #1143895 and Ran, the owner, runs the remodels himself.
What questions should I ask a pool builder?
Ask a pool builder who pulls the permit, what the written scope covers, what is excluded, how change orders are priced and how long the work will take. Ask what finish they recommend and why, since that decides how soon you pay again. Ask for addresses of recent local jobs. Our guide on vetting a pool renovation company covers the full list.
How long does it take to build an inground pool?
Building an in-ground pool usually takes two to three months from permit to first swim, with excavation, steel, gunite, plumbing, curing, tile, decking and plaster each taking their turn. Permit review in the City of Los Angeles happens before any of it. Weather and inspection scheduling are the two things that stretch a timeline, so we give a range rather than a single date.
Do you need a permit to build a pool in Los Angeles?
Yes, you need a permit to build a pool in Los Angeles, issued by LADBS, and the plans have to meet the California Swimming Pool Safety Act for barriers and drowning prevention. Structural remodeling needs one too, while re-plastering an existing pool runs as an express permit. Granada Hills falls inside the City of Los Angeles, so LADBS handles it. Spear pulls the permit.
Can you build a pool on a sloped lot?
Building a pool on a sloped lot is common in Granada Hills, and it is done with retaining walls, caissons or a raised bond beam depending on how much the ground falls. Soil and geology reports are often required before plans are approved. The engineering adds cost over a flat-lot build, but a hillside pool also gets the view that made the lot worth it.
Ready to build, resurface or repair your Granada Hills pool? Call (818) 719-9059 and Ran will look at the pool, deck and equipment together.