How Often Do You Need to Update Your Pool?

Abackyard pool is a place where families of all generations come together to relax and enjoy. It brings joy to both adults and children. To keep the pool in top shape and ensure it continues to bring happiness, regular maintenance and updates are essential. So, what are the signs that it’s time for a renewal?

A swimming pool is a complex system. After all, in addition to the pool bowl with water, where it is so pleasant to splash and swim, it’s a full technical setup that includes pumps, pipes, heaters, filters, skimmers, and lighting. All of these components require regular inspection and maintenance to ensure smooth operation. In case of malfunctions, they must be promptly eliminated.
Fortunately, technology has made it easier. The technical documentation for any equipment clearly outlines when and what maintenance tasks should be performed, as well as when specific parts need to be replaced.
As for the pool bowl, it requires constant attention, inspection and care. After all, problems with the lining of the pool can appear unexpectedly. Depending on the severity of the issue, a decision is made regarding whether pool remodeling service is needed.

Let’s take a look at the most commonly used types of pool liners. These are:

• Plaster
• Ceramic tiles
• PVC membrane

Each type of pool cladding has its own unique characteristics and specific issues. Based on the severity of these issues, a decision is made regarding the necessary updates.

Two common problems can be distinguished as follows:

• Cracking and peeling. Due to natural aging or improperly performed construction work, plaster begins to crack and peel. Mechanical damage to the plaster is also possible. As a result, water penetrates into the cracks, which leads to peeling and falling off pieces of cladding. If you don’t take timely action to repair these cracks and “holes,” the problem will only worsen. Over time, pieces of plaster will start falling off throughout the pool, eventually requiring a complete replacement of the entire lining.

• Stains. When organic debris (leaves, insects, etc.) gets into the pool water, mold or fungus stains may appear on the walls and bottom. Stains start to spread, ruining the pool’s appearance and making it less inviting to swim in. Removing these stains from the plaster can be quite challenging, as they often penetrate deep into the lining. Chemical treatments and cleaning don’t always work, and in such cases, the only solution is a complete replacement of the cladding.

The listed stucco problems indicate that the pool needs to be updated.

This type of cladding is quite durable, but it still wears down over time. As the years pass, tiles may begin to crack and fall off. If only a few tiles are affected, replacing them individually is usually enough. However, if the damage spreads on a larger scale, a full replacement of the cladding will be necessary.

Like all pool liners, a PVC membrane also ages. However, unlike plaster or ceramic tiles, it won’t crack, peel, or develop stains. A reinforced thick membrane, such as the Cefil 60 mil pool liner, can last over 20 years with proper maintenance.
So when should it be replaced? Over time, though gradually, the membrane begins to fade due to exposure to pool chemicals like chlorine and UV radiation from the sun. While its color and pattern may lose vibrancy, its primary function—keeping water in the pool—remains intact.
Therefore, updating the membrane is a matter of your taste. If you want your pool to maintain a fresh, vibrant look, you can update the PVC membrane whenever you choose. Plus, it’s a much quicker, easier, and more affordable option compared to plaster or tile. The old liner is removed, and a new one is installed in its place.

Another major advantage of PVC membrane is its ability to be used for plastered and tiled pools renovation. The old cladding does not need to be removed. The PVC membrane is installed on top of it. This service is also known as pool resurfacing.
This can be a good solution for owners of such pools. The wide range of patterns and textures allows you to achieve the exact look you envision for your pool.