{"id":4680,"date":"2022-10-01T08:20:22","date_gmt":"2022-10-01T08:20:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging-compass-pools-co-uk1.stormpr.uk\/?p=4680"},"modified":"2025-11-12T12:46:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T12:46:52","slug":"swimming-pool-refurbishment-renovation-vs-re-build","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compass-pools.co.uk\/learning-centre\/news\/swimming-pool-refurbishment-renovation-vs-re-build\/","title":{"rendered":"Swimming Pool Refurbishment & Renovation\u00a0Vs\u00a0Rebuild"},"content":{"rendered":"

Signs your pool may need refurbishment or renovation<\/h2>\n

An outdoor swimming pool<\/a> will be exposed to the elements and so they require plenty of care to keep them in good condition. The ground around your pool has the potential to shrink and expand, which can exacerbate any issues you may face over time. Whether you\u2019ve had your pool for a long time or you\u2019ve moved into a property that already had one, there are some common signs that it may be time to update it.<\/p>\n

The first is cracks in the structure of the pool. While this may be alarming to see, there are varying levels of damage that could be at play, and the placement and size of the damage will determine the scale of the issue. Surface level cracks in the concrete are known as craze cracks and while they may lead to other problems if they\u2019re left to develop, they\u2019re not necessarily a reason to immediately refurbish. But structural cracks are a bigger problem and can be costly to fix.<\/p>\n

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If you have a liner pool, it\u2019s important to note that the liner should typically be replaced every ten years or so to keep it strong and free of tears. Any wrinkling, cracking or tears are a sign that this needs to be replaced. While a new liner can refresh your pool, if there\u2019s damage to the concrete, this will still need to be dealt with.<\/p>\n

Another sign that your pool is suffering from age or wear and tear is that the surface has become rough or stained. It\u2019s an indicator of the swimming pool\u2019s overall health and everything from consistent use to unbalanced pH levels can leave it in a less than desirable condition. And once the surface level lifts, it will continue to cause damage to the rest of the pool, so it needs to be dealt with.<\/p>\n

Another reason you may need to renovate your pool is that the previous owners may not have cared for it or serviced it properly. If you\u2019re someone who\u2019s moved into a property with a pool already in place, you\u2019re at the mercy of however the previous owners chose to look after the pool. If it\u2019s been neglected, it could leave you with issues to deal with.<\/p>\n

First steps of the process is to request an online consultation to talk about your renovation options from our colleagues over at Aqua Revive – Pool Renovation, Restoration & Refurbishment<\/a> below:<\/p>\n

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