Los Angeles has more backyard pools than any other city in the country, and most of them were built decades ago. Pool repair in Los Angeles is therefore mostly second-round work: finishes at the end of their life, pads that have turned over once already, and decks that have outlived the house’s last remodel. This page covers what we do citywide and what it costs.
Who Repairs and Remodels Pools in Los Angeles?
Spear Pool Equipment & Repair handles pool repair, resurfacing, remodeling and equipment work across Los Angeles, from the San Fernando Valley to the Westside and the foothills. The company is licensed under CSLB #1041272, pulls LADBS permits, and gives a free written estimate.
Repair, Resurface or Remodel?
Almost every call in the city is one of three jobs. This is how we separate them on the first visit:
| 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 |
| Remodel | Finish, tile, coping and equipment together | Quoted per project | Resets the whole pool |
Pool Work We Handle Across Los Angeles
A pool in the flats and a pool on a canyon lot need the same trades in a different order. Access, slope and permit scope are what change.
Our pool renovation services cover finishes, tile, coping and decks. Equipment sits on its own track and is usually where the first call starts.
Resurfacing, Replastering and Tile
A finish that feels rough, shows grey or will not come clean has stopped protecting the shell. We handle pool 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 | 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.
Our breakdown of plastering costs across Los Angeles covers each common pool size.
Hard water leaves a chalk line at the waterline, so waterline tile replacement goes in while the pool is drained.
“The techs were knowledgeable and did the job quickly and cleanly.”
★★★★★ Alvin Brown, Los Angeles, verified Google review
Equipment, Plumbing and Automation
Equipment is the most common reason a pool stops working, and the most common thing we are called out for. That is our pool equipment work.
We handle pump, filter and heater repair first, then recommend replacement only where repair stops making sense. Variable-speed pump installation is the upgrade that pays back fastest.
Controls and panels need pool electrical work. Buried leaks get pool plumbing repair, and lines that keep failing get a re-pipe.
“Excellent service. Damian is a fantastic, smart and kind technician.”
★★★★★ Diana Wallace, Los Angeles, verified Google review
Decks, Coping and Drainage
Deck failures split by terrain. On flat lots the slab craze and wear from sun and age. On hillsides the ground moves and takes the coping with it.
We correct drainage before quoting pool coping replacement, then handle concrete pool deck resurfacing once the base is stable.
Remodels, Spas and New Pools
A complete reset starts with new pool plaster and carries through tile and coping.
Families ask for a Baja shelf for shallow lounging.
For year-round use we handle adding a jacuzzi on shared equipment.
Waterfalls and fire bowls are special pool features, easiest while the deck is open.
On a buildable lot we handle new pool construction from permits through start-up.
Get a Free Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Pools by the Numbers
- 1,010 pool permits were pulled in Sherman Oaks alone from 2013 to 2020, the highest of any Los Angeles neighborhood, per LA Department of Building and Safety records analyzed by Crosstown.
- About $95,393 is what a pool adds to a typical Los Angeles home, the highest premium of the 19 metros in Redfin’s 2019 study.
- $6,000 to $15,000 covers a full resurfacing, averaging about $11,000, per HomeAdvisor’s 2026 data, with access and pool size deciding where a quote lands.
Neighborhoods We Cover in Los Angeles
Our shop is in the west Valley, and most of our work runs from there across the city.
In the east Valley we handle Sherman Oaks pool remodeling on both sides of Ventura Boulevard.
Over the hill we cover pool contracting in Studio City where canyon access decides the schedule.
West along the boulevard sits Encino pool repair, one of the densest pool neighborhoods in the city.
North of the basin we work throughout Van Nuys on postwar tract pools.
In the far west Valley we handle West Hills pool remodeling and the surrounding tracts.
Up against the foothills we cover Northridge pool resurfacing.
Every neighborhood we cover is listed on our pool service area page.
“Richard is the most knowledgeable pool pro I have ever encountered. He was nice enough to spend some time answering questions and showing us how to properly work our equipment.”
★★★★★ Siouxe D., Los Angeles, verified Yelp review
What Drives the Price of Pool Work in Los Angeles
Quotes across the city vary more than in any single neighborhood, for four reasons:
- Access. Canyon and hillside lots add labor to every phase.
- Pool age and size. Older, larger pools carry more scope.
- Equipment condition. An original pad needs more than a partial refresh.
- 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 |
| Typical repair, all types | $243 to $1,212 |
National ranges from HomeAdvisor 2026 cost data. West Hills quotes depend on access and what we find once the pool is drained.
More on how our coverage has grown across the county.
“Richard from Spear came out yesterday and took care of a problem that another pool repair company left me. These people are Pros.”
★★★★★ Russ Cohee, Los Angeles, 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 customers across the city say on our Google Business Profile.
“Reliable, fast, great work!”
★★★★★ Jill Sprecher, Los Angeles, verified Google review
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average pool repair cost?
Pool repairs average $243 to $1,212 for most jobs according to HomeAdvisor’s 2026 data, with pump motor work at $50 to $300 and heater repair at $160 to $730. Leaks run wider, from $350 to $2,700, because a fitting and a buried line are different jobs. We diagnose before quoting, so the number reflects the actual fault rather than a category.
What are common swimming pool repair issues?
Common pool repair issues are failed pump motors, heaters that light and shut off, cracked or leaking plumbing, torn filter elements, failed light fixtures and worn interior finishes. On older Los Angeles pools the equipment pad is usually the first thing to go, because pumps and heaters last 8 to 12 years while a concrete shell lasts decades.
Does homeowners insurance cover swimming pool repairs?
Homeowners insurance generally covers pool damage from a sudden covered peril, such as a falling tree or certain storm damage, but not wear, age or lack of maintenance. A worn plaster finish or a failed pump is treated as maintenance and comes out of pocket. Check your own policy’s language, since coverage for in-ground pools varies between carriers.
Can you build a pool for $50,000?
Fifty thousand dollars buys a new in-ground pool at the lower end of the market, since HomeAdvisor’s 2026 data puts in-ground builds at $44,300 to $86,500 and fiberglass at $25,000 to $60,000. A concrete pool at $65,000 to $120,000 sits above it. In Los Angeles, access and permitting push most concrete builds past that budget.
Does adding a pool increase property taxes in California?
Adding a pool increases California property taxes, because new construction is assessed and its value added to your existing base. Proposition 13 protects the rest of the property from reassessment, so only the pool’s added value is taxed at the current rate. A remodel or resurfacing of an existing pool is normally treated as maintenance instead.
Ready to repair, resurface or remodel your Los Angeles pool? Call (818) 719-9059 and Ran will look at the shell, deck and equipment together.