Van Nuys has postwar tract pools and newer custom builds on the same street, so no two quotes here look alike. A pool contractor in Van Nuys works on 1950s shells with original plumbing one day and full remodels the next. This page covers both, what each costs and how to tell which one your pool needs.
Who Is the Pool Contractor for Van Nuys?
Spear Pool Equipment & Repair handles pool repair, resurfacing and remodeling throughout Van Nuys, from postwar tract pools to custom builds. The company is licensed under CSLB #1143895, pulls LADBS permits on major work, and gives a free written estimate before anything starts.
Repair, Resurface or Remodel?
Three jobs cover nearly every Van Nuys call. This is how we separate them on site:
| 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 in Van Nuys
On a 70-year-old tract pool, the shell is usually the one part still doing its job. Everything bolted to it has been replaced once already, or is due.
Our remodel services cover finishes, tile, coping and decks. The equipment pad is separate work and usually where the call starts.
Resurfacing, Replastering and Tile
A surface that feels like sandpaper, shows grey patches or will not come clean has reached the end. We handle full 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.
Hard water leaves a chalk line at the waterline, so pool tile work goes in while the pool is drained.
Not sure the surface is finished? Our guide to the warning signs your pool needs a new finish walks through each one.
“Our 32 year old waterfall pump was a challenge but he found parts for it, savings us big $$ if we had to get a new pump.”
★★★★★ Eric V., Los Angeles, verified Yelp review
Original Plumbing and Equipment
Plumbing from the 1950s was not built for modern pumps, and the first re-pipe is overdue on a lot of these properties. That is our pool pad work.
We handle equipment fixes first, then recommend replacement only where repair stops paying. Variable-speed replacement is the upgrade with the fastest payback on an old pad.
Controls and panels need pool electrical upgrades. Buried leaks get pool plumbing fixes, and lines that keep failing get a whole-system re-pipe.
“The techs at Spear are top notch repair guys. They always get the job done in a timely manner and at a fair price.”
★★★★★ Bill Brown, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
Decks and Coping
Flat lots mean the deck fails from sun and age rather than slope. Slabs craze, joints open and the surface wears smooth where people walk.
A sound base can carry a new surface, so we check underneath before quoting deck refinishing. Loose edge stones get coping repair at the same time.
Remodels, Spas and New Pools
A full reset starts with a new plaster finish and carries through tile and coping.
Families ask for a Baja tanning ledge for shallow lounging.
For year-round use we handle adding a new spa on shared equipment.
Waterfalls and fire bowls are specialty pool features, easiest while the deck is open.
On a cleared lot we handle pool construction from permits through start-up.
Get a Free Van Nuys Pool Estimate
Tell us what the pool is doing. Estimates are free, and most repairs are scheduled the same week.
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Van Nuys Pools by the Numbers
- 111 pool permits were pulled in Van Nuys from 2013 to 2020, per LA Department of Building and Safety records analyzed by Crosstown. Low new-build activity in a neighborhood this size means most work here is remodeling.
- 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.
- $6,000 to $15,000 covers a full resurfacing, averaging about $11,000, per HomeAdvisor’s 2026 data. Pool size is what moves a Van Nuys quote within that band.
Neighborhoods and Local Conditions in Van Nuys
We service pools throughout Van Nuys: the blocks around Sherman Way and Victory, the streets near the Sepulveda Basin, the Lake Balboa edge and the older tracts east toward Woodman.
Age is the defining condition. Many of these pools went in with the houses in the 1950s, so shells are sound and everything else has turned over at least once.
Summer heat is the second factor. Long pump seasons and hard water shorten the life of any finish, which is why plaster here rarely reaches the top of its rated range.
“Very knowledgeable pool equipment repair company. I’ve used them for over 15 years.”
★★★★★ Glen Heffernan, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
What Drives the Price of Pool Work in Van Nuys
Quotes here move on four things:
- Pool age. Original plumbing and 1950s fittings add scope.
- Surface area. Resurfacing is priced by area, not gallons.
- Equipment condition. A pad never updated 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. Van Nuys quotes depend on access and what we find once the pool is drained.
More on the areas we now cover across the county.
“I have been using Spear for over 20 years and they never fail to resolve my problems.”
★★★★★ Jerry O., 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 mid-Valley customers say on our Google Business Profile.
“Spear is great to work with especially Richard. Very professional and friendly.”
★★★★★ Michel Roy, San Fernando Valley, verified Google review
Nearby Areas We Serve
West past the basin the tracts continue, and we cover Lake Balboa pool repair there.
South over Victory we work throughout Sherman Oaks. North across the 101, homeowners call us for pool service in Valley Village.
We list every city in our service area on one page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a luxury pool cost?
Luxury pool budgets start where standard construction ends. HomeAdvisor’s 2026 data puts a concrete or gunite in-ground pool at $65,000 to $120,000 before custom features, and a luxury build adds spa, water features, automation, lighting and decking on top of that. In Van Nuys most large budgets go into remodeling an existing pool rather than building new, because the shell is already there.
What is the most luxurious pool?
The most luxurious residential pools combine an infinity or vanishing edge, an integrated spa, custom tile, fire and water features, and full automation from a phone. None of that depends on lot size as much as people expect. A modest Van Nuys backyard can carry a raised spa, custom tile and automation for far less than a new build with the same features.
Who builds the best pools?
The best pool builder for your project is a licensed contractor who pulls the permit, gives a written scope and price, and stays reachable during the job. Check the CSLB license, ask who will be on site daily and read reviews describing finished work rather than the sales visit. Spear is licensed under CSLB #1143895 and Ran, the owner, runs the remodels himself.
How much does a plunge pool cost?
Plunge pools cost less than full-size pools because they are priced by area, and HomeAdvisor’s 2026 range of $50 to $125 per square foot applies to them too. A small plunge pool of 100 to 150 square feet lands well below the $44,300 starting point for a standard in-ground build. They suit narrow Van Nuys lots where a full pool would leave no yard.
Is a pool a good investment in Los Angeles?
A pool adds about $95,393 to a typical Los Angeles home according to Redfin’s 2019 analysis, the highest of any major U.S. metro studied. That figure assumes a pool in good condition. A cracked deck, dated finish and failing equipment all count against it, which is why resurfacing before a sale usually returns more than it costs.
Ready to repair or remodel your Van Nuys pool? Call (818) 719-9059 and Ran will look at the shell, plumbing and equipment together.