Pools age in ways that become harder to ignore: plaster that roughens underfoot, coping that cracks or begins to lift, tile that looks dated, a deck surface worn past what cleaning can fix. A pool remodel does not mean tearing everything out. It means identifying what has reached the end of its useful life and addressing it with materials and finishes that bring the entire pool environment back to a standard you are proud of before swimming season begins. Greenview Landscaping provides comprehensive pool remodeling for Fort Worth homeowners: surface resurfacing in marcite, pebble, or quartz finishes; coping and tile replacement; LED lighting upgrades; water feature additions; deck replacement; and the surrounding hardscape and landscape work that ties the pool area together as a finished environment. Locally owned and serving Fort Worth since 2016 with a 4.8-star Google rating across 185 reviews and A+ BBB accreditation, we manage the full project from the initial design conversation through the final startup walkthrough. See completed pool remodeling work in our project gallery. Call (817) 393-3144 or contact us to schedule your free pool remodeling consultation. Fall and winter are the ideal time to plan so the pool is ready before the season begins.
An outdated or worn pool shouldn’t keep your Fort Worth backyard from reaching its full potential. Greenview Landscaping provides comprehensive swimming pool remodeling services that modernize the look, improve the function, and extend the life of your existing pool. We handle surface resurfacing, coping and tile replacement, deck and surround upgrades, LED lighting installation, water feature additions, and the surrounding landscape and hardscape improvements that tie your pool area together as a finished, cohesive design. Our team coordinates all trades involved in the remodel and manages the project from the first design meeting through the final walkthrough, so you get consistent quality and a completed project that actually matches what you envisioned. If your Fort Worth pool is dated, deteriorating, or simply no longer reflects the backyard you want, contact Greenview Landscaping at (817) 393-3144 today for a free pool remodeling consultation.
Most pools in Fort Worth were built to be functional, not beautiful. A pool that looked fine when it was installed in 1998 may have faded plaster, cracked coping, dated tile, and a deck surface that has heaved and cracked in Tarrant County’s unforgiving clay soil. The pool still holds water and the pump still runs, but it no longer looks like something you want to spend time around. Greenview DFW specializes in swimming pool remodeling throughout Fort Worth, Southlake, Keller, Arlington, Benbrook, and the surrounding DFW communities - from surface-level resurfacing projects that transform a tired pool in a weekend to comprehensive renovations that redesign the entire pool environment from water to fence line.
We approach pool remodeling as a landscape and outdoor living project, not just a waterproofing job. The pool surface is one element. The coping detail, the deck material and condition, the surrounding landscape, the equipment room organization, and the lighting environment are equally important to whether the finished space looks and functions the way you want it to. Greenview DFW manages all of it.
Pool Remodeling Services in Fort Worth
Pool Resurfacing
Pool plaster and quartz surfaces have a functional lifespan of 10 to 15 years under normal conditions in the DFW climate. Older plaster surfaces show their age through chalking, staining, rough texture that is uncomfortable on bare feet, and a dull appearance even when the chemistry is perfectly balanced. Resurfacing replaces the interior finish completely and is the single highest-impact change that can be made to an older pool.
Greenview DFW installs several resurfacing options depending on budget, desired appearance, and longevity expectations. Standard white plaster is the most economical option and provides a clean, classic pool appearance. Quartz aggregate finishes such as Pebble Tec and similar products blend quartz crystals into the plaster mix to produce a speckled texture that is more durable, stain-resistant, and visually rich than standard plaster. Glass bead and river pebble finishes provide the highest aesthetic quality and the longest lifespan - typically 20 to 25 years - and produce a distinctive visual shimmer in the water. We help clients select the right finish based on how they use the pool, their budget, and the visual direction of the surrounding landscape.
Pool Tile Replacement
The waterline tile band where the pool wall meets the water surface is subject to constant chemical exposure, scale buildup, and UV degradation. Old or damaged tile makes even a freshly resurfaced pool look dated, and cracked or missing tiles can allow water infiltration behind the shell. Greenview DFW replaces waterline tile in glass, ceramic, and natural stone options in every configuration from a simple single-row band to the more dramatic floor-to-ceiling tile treatments increasingly common in contemporary pool designs.
Tile replacement is also an opportunity to update the visual language of the pool. Existing pools with white ceramic waterline tile from the early 2000s can be immediately updated with a glass mosaic tile in a current color palette, which costs a fraction of a full resurfacing project but produces a visible upgrade that changes the entire character of the pool from the outside.
Coping Replacement and Repair
Pool coping is the cap material that runs along the top edge of the pool shell where the pool wall meets the deck surface. Coping provides a finished edge, protects the bond beam from water damage, and creates the visual transition between the pool and the deck. In Fort Worth, coping is subject to constant thermal cycling - heating significantly during summer sun and cooling rapidly during winter cold fronts - which cracks and dislodges coping over time, particularly in pools where the original installation used inadequate adhesive or expansion joint spacing.
Greenview DFW replaces coping in cantilever concrete, natural flagstone, travertine, limestone, and bullnose brick. The coping material selection has a significant impact on the overall visual character of the pool: a travertine coping with a brushed finish and tumbled edge creates a very different effect than a cantilever concrete coping with a broom-finished surface. We help clients choose a coping material that complements both the pool interior finish and the surrounding deck material.
Pool Deck Replacement and Resurfacing
The pool deck is the most visually prominent surface in the pool environment, occupying more square footage than the pool itself in most residential applications. Tarrant County clay soil affects pool decks severely: the expansion and contraction cycle under concrete deck surfaces causes cracking, heaving at expansion joints, and settlement around the pool shell. Decks that were poured without adequate base preparation or expansion joint spacing show significant deterioration within five to ten years in Fort Worth.
Greenview DFW replaces pool decks in concrete pavers, natural travertine, limestone, and brushed or stamped concrete. Concrete pavers are the most practical choice for Fort Worth pool decks because individual units can be removed and replaced if the soil moves beneath them, rather than requiring the section-level repairs that poured concrete demands. Travertine is the most popular premium option because of its visual quality, its relative heat dissipation compared to darker stone surfaces, and its non-slip surface texture even when wet. We also install Kool Deck and similar acrylic coatings as a cost-effective resurfacing option for existing concrete decks that are structurally sound but aesthetically dated.
Pool Equipment Upgrades
A pool remodeling project is the ideal time to evaluate and upgrade pool equipment. Variable-speed pump motors can reduce pool energy costs by 50 to 80 percent compared to older single-speed pumps and are now required by energy codes in most new pool construction in Texas. Salt chlorine generators eliminate the ongoing cost and handling of traditional chlorine and maintain more consistent water chemistry. LED lighting upgrades replace old incandescent pool lights with color-changing LED systems that dramatically improve the visual quality of the pool at night. Greenview DFW assesses the existing equipment package during the project consultation and recommends upgrades that provide meaningful performance or cost improvements.
Pool Shape Modifications and Expansion
While complete pool rebuilds require the services of a licensed pool contractor, Greenview DFW can execute certain pool shape modifications in the context of a remodeling project: adding a sun shelf or tanning ledge to an existing pool, modifying a step configuration, adding a beach entry, or reshaping a portion of the pool perimeter. These modifications are planned with a licensed pool contractor partner and permitted appropriately before work begins.
Poolscape and Landscape Integration
The most visually impactful pool remodeling projects address the pool and its surrounding landscape as a unified composition. Greenview DFW’s landscape background means we approach pool remodels with attention to the planted beds framing the pool, the privacy screening on the perimeter, the landscape lighting that extends the pool’s visual impact into the evening, and the connection between the pool area and any adjacent outdoor living structures. A pool that sits in a beautifully planted, well-lit landscape environment looks incomparably better than the same pool in a bare, unimproved yard.
What Fort Worth Pool Owners Should Know Before Remodeling
Pool remodeling in North Texas has several considerations specific to the regional climate and geology that are worth understanding before committing to a project scope:
Timing the Drain
Most pool remodeling work requires draining the pool. In North Texas, pools should not be drained during extreme summer heat because the empty shell is vulnerable to hydrostatic pressure from the surrounding soil when the water table is high. The ideal remodeling season in Fort Worth is late fall through early spring, when temperatures are moderate and ground moisture conditions are more predictable. Greenview DFW schedules pool remodeling work accordingly and will not drain a pool during conditions where shell damage is a risk.
Understanding the Plaster Cure Process
After resurfacing, pool plaster requires a specific startup process to cure properly. The pool must be filled immediately after the plaster finish is applied, and the water chemistry must be carefully managed for the first 28 days to allow the plaster to harden fully without discoloration, spotting, or premature calcium buildup. Greenview DFW provides written startup instructions and is available to assist during the critical first few weeks after resurfacing.
Permit Requirements in Fort Worth
Pool remodeling work above a certain scope requires permits in Fort Worth. Deck replacement, equipment changes, and structural modifications all have permit implications that vary by project scope and municipality. Greenview DFW identifies permit requirements during the project consultation and manages all approvals before work begins.
Frequently Asked Questions: Pool Remodeling in Fort Worth
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Why Choose Greenview Landscaping?
When it comes to remodeling your pool, you need a team with experience, creativity, and a commitment to quality. Homeowners in Ft. Worth and surrounding areas trust Greenview Landscaping because we provide:
- Expertise in both pool remodeling and landscape integration
- High-quality materials designed to withstand Texas weather
- Skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail
- Custom designs that fit your vision and budget
- Reliable service and long-lasting results
Upgrade Your Pool with Greenview Landscaping
Don’t settle for an outdated or damaged pool. With swimming pool remodeling services from Greenview Landscaping, you can transform your backyard into a place you love spending time. From resurfacing and tile updates to custom water features and lighting, we’ll create a pool that’s both beautiful and functional.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can make your pool the highlight of your outdoor living space.











