Luxury Pool Remodels & Rebuilds
Update tile, finish, equipment, and shape on aging Scottsdale pools.
Introduction
Older pools age out. Plaster wears, equipment fails, tile chips, lights die. A remodel updates the parts that matter without tearing the whole pool out. A rebuild starts deeper.
What This Solves
Most Scottsdale pools built before 2010 were not designed for the way homeowners use backyards today — fire features, automation, lounging shelves, and energy-efficient equipment were not standard. Remodels bring a pool up to current expectations.
Our Approach
- Inspection of the pool shell, plumbing, equipment, and surround for what is worth saving.
- Remodel scope ranges from a surface refresh (plaster, tile, coping) to a structural rebuild (new shape, raised spa, deeper end).
- New equipment — variable-speed pumps, heaters, salt or chlorine generators, automation — sized to the pool.
- Decking, landscape, and lighting brought in line with the updated pool.
What's Included
- Drain and assessment
- Demolition of old tile, coping, plaster
- Structural repair if needed
- New plaster finish — pebble, quartz, or hydrazzo
- New tile and coping
- Equipment swap-out
- Refill, water balance, and orientation
Timeline
Surface-level remodels run 4 to 6 weeks. Structural rebuilds with shape changes run 8 to 14 weeks.
Pricing Range
Remodel pricing depends on whether the work is surface-only or structural. Surface refreshes start in the low five figures; full rebuilds with new shape, spa, and features run into six figures.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I resurface vs. rebuild?
Resurface if the shell is sound and you only want to update finishes and equipment. Rebuild if you want a different shape, a raised spa, deeper end, or modern features.
How long does pool plaster last?
Standard plaster lasts 8 to 12 years. Pebble and quartz finishes last 12 to 20 years with proper water chemistry.
Can you keep the pool open during the work?
Surface-only remodels drain the pool for 2 to 4 weeks. Rebuilds keep the pool closed for the duration.
Do you remodel pools other companies built?
Yes. Most remodels we do are pools we did not originally build.
What new features add the most value to an older pool?
Raised spas with spillover, fire bowls, baja shelves, LED lighting, and variable-speed equipment with automation.
Service Area
Sonoran Waters serves Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Fountain Hills, Cave Creek, and Buckeye. 21+ years of building in the Arizona climate.
Ready to start? Request an estimate or call (480) 447-4195.