Swimming Pool RefurbishmentLiner, Tile, Plant & Coversin Surrey, Sussex, Kent & London
Turn a tired, leaking or outdated pool into one you want to use, managed start to finish by one specialist, on the budget you agree at the start.
11 years' experience
Working on pools since before 2019
5.0 on Google
Five-star rated
£1m public liability
Insured for your peace of mind
Free site visits
Free site visit and quote
Domestic & commercial
Homes and businesses
About this service
Your existing pool, made new.
A swimming pool refurbishment brings an existing pool back to full working order and updates how it looks. That can mean a new liner, a tiled or fibreglass finish, re-piping, a new plant room, a modern heating system, a new cover, or all of these together.
We run refurbishments from start to finish. Anthony assesses the pool, agrees what needs doing and what you would like to change, then manages every stage, including any specialist contractors, so you have one point of contact throughout.
It is for owners whose pool is losing water, looks faded or cracked, costs too much to heat, or has equipment from another era. It is also common after buying a house with a neglected pool. Professional help matters because a refurbishment touches structure, plumbing, electrics and finishes at once; getting the order and the detail right is what makes the result last.
If it's ignored
The cost of putting it off.
Ageing pools tend to fail in several places at once. Waiting usually widens the job.
Water loss and ground damage
A failing liner or cracked shell lets water escape into the ground. You pay to keep topping up and heating fresh water, and the surrounding ground can soften or wash out.
Rising running costs
Old pumps and heaters use far more energy than modern equivalents. Every season on outdated plant is money spent for no benefit.
Finishes beyond repair
Small cracks, loose tiles and liner wrinkles can be patched early. Left too long, the finish has to come off entirely before anything can be fixed.
A pool nobody uses
A pool that looks tired or is unreliable stops being used, but still costs money to maintain, and drags down the appeal of the garden and the house.
Watch out for
Common mistakes we see
- Replacing the liner without checking the pipework and plant behind it
- Choosing the cheapest quote that leaves out preparation work
- Refurbishing in stages with different contractors who don't coordinate
- Fitting new finishes on a shell that hasn't been properly assessed
Our process
Five clear steps, no surprises.
- 01
Free site visit
Anthony inspects the pool, surrounds and plant room, and talks through what you want and what you want to spend.
- 02
Assessment and quote
A clear scope of what needs doing, the finish options that suit your pool and budget, and a written quote.
- 03
Refurbishment works
Works carried out in the right order: structure and pipework first, then plant, finishes and covers, with the site kept neat and tidy.
- 04
Filling, commissioning and testing
The pool is filled, equipment commissioned, pressure and leaks checked, and the water balanced ready to swim.
- 05
Handover and guarantee
A walk-through of the finished pool and how to run it, with guarantee terms for your job confirmed in writing.
What you get
The difference you'll notice.
One person accountable
One point of contact from first visit to handover, including any contractors needed.
Delivered on the agreed budget
Customers have told us their refurbishment came in on time and within budget, not a pound out.
Lower running costs
Modern plant and heating, properly sized, cost less to run than the equipment they replace.
A pool that holds water
New finishes and pipework stop the slow losses that waste water, heat and chemicals.
A finish you choose
Liner, tiled or fibreglass, chosen to suit how you use the pool, the look you want and your budget.
Ready to service
Once refurbished, the pool can move straight onto a service plan so it stays that way.
In detail
Everything a refurbishment can include.
Most refurbishments combine several of the following. The site visit decides which your pool needs.
Vinyl liner replacement
Liners fade, wrinkle and eventually leak. A new liner is measured to your pool and fitted after the walls and floor are prepared. Many patterns and thicknesses are available, and it is often the most cost-effective way to transform a liner pool.
Tiled finishes
Tiles and mosaics give a premium, hard-wearing finish. Refurbishing a tiled pool can involve replacing loose or cracked tiles, regrouting, or a complete retile, including steps, waterline and copings.
Fibreglass finishes
A fibreglass finish creates a smooth, watertight surface over a sound shell. It suits pools where a seamless, low-maintenance finish is the priority.
Re-piping
Old pipework can leak underground or restrict flow. Re-piping restores circulation and removes a common hidden cause of water loss.
Plant rooms and heating
New pumps, filters, valves, dosing and heating systems, laid out so they are efficient and easy to service. Heat pumps and modern heaters can be fitted as part of the work.
Covers and surrounds
New covers keep heat in, debris out and reduce chemical use. Refurbishments can also include replacing surrounds and copings, as customers have had done alongside their pool.
Domestic and commercial pools
Home pools usually prioritise finish and comfort. Commercial pools put more weight on durability, throughput and downtime. We work on both and plan the order of works accordingly.
Above-ground pools
Above-ground pools are often turned away by other pool companies. We work on them too.
FAQs
Swimming Pool Refurbishment: your questions.
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How much does a pool refurbishment cost?
It depends entirely on what's involved; a liner swap is a very different job from a full retile, re-pipe and new plant room. The site visit and quote are free, and you can tell Anthony your budget so the quote is built around it.
How long does a refurbishment take?
It depends on the scope and on lead times for liners, tiles and equipment. You'll get an expected timeline with your quote.
Should I choose a liner, tiles or fibreglass?
Each has trade-offs in look, cost and upkeep. Anthony will explain which suit your pool's shell and how you use it.
Can you work to a fixed budget?
Yes. Tell us what you want to spend and we'll quote to it. One customer's project was delivered on budget as agreed, not a pound out.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes. Guarantee terms vary by the type of work and whether it's done in-house or by a specialist contractor. They are confirmed in writing with your quote.
Can you replace the plant room and heating at the same time?
Yes. New plant rooms and heating systems are a common part of our refurbishments.
Do you refurbish above-ground pools?
Yes, we work on above-ground pools as well as in-ground ones.
Which areas do you cover?
Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Hampshire and London, from our base near Pulborough, West Sussex.
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Learn moreWe provide swimming pool refurbishment in Guildford, Cobham, Reigate, Horsham, Haywards Heath, Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells, Petersfield, Wimbledon, Weybridge, Esher, East Grinstead, Tonbridge, Winchester, Richmond and the wider Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Hampshire and London area. See all our pool and hot tub services or view every area we cover.
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Fall back in love with your pool.
Free site visit, a clear scope and a quote built around your budget.
07879 067691"Fantastic service by Anthony, Owner of Baldwin's Pools. I had some stupid quotes, and told Anthony what I had to spend, and he got my pool project done on budget as agreed, not a pound out... overall the site was kept neat and tidy. Refreshing to deal with this company."
"Excellent service. Completely refurbished pool and replaced surroundings, all done on time and within budget. Also good value annual service plan. Highly recommended."
"Anthony is friendly, professional and competent. Kept me updated all the time."
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