Concrete Pool Decks Contractors
Slip-resistant concrete pool deck installation and resurfacing.
Average Cost
$3,500 - $9,000
Contractors
15,154+
What is Concrete Pool Decks?
The pool deck is the most heavily used surface in your backyard, enduring constant foot traffic, water exposure, sun, and chemical contact from pool water. A well-designed concrete pool deck provides a safe, comfortable, and attractive border around your swimming pool while managing water runoff and preventing soil erosion. Concrete is the most popular pool deck material because it can be finished to match virtually any design style, from resort-modern to rustic natural stone, and it remains cool enough for bare feet when lighter colors and appropriate finishes are selected.
Pool deck surfaces must prioritize slip resistance above all else. Textured finishes such as broom finish, exposed aggregate, cool-deck coatings, and lightly stamped patterns all provide the traction needed around wet areas. Acrylic spray-deck coatings, often called cool deck or knock-down finishes, are applied over new or existing concrete and create a textured surface that stays significantly cooler than standard concrete in direct sunlight. This makes them a popular choice in southern and western climates.
When planning a pool deck project, drainage is a critical consideration. The deck must slope away from the pool to prevent dirty runoff from entering the water, while also directing water away from your home's foundation and neighboring properties. Most pool decks incorporate a shallow channel drain or coping detail at the pool edge. Your contractor should also discuss expansion joints between the deck and the pool coping to accommodate independent movement and prevent the deck from damaging the pool structure.
Concrete Pool Decks Cost Breakdown
| Project Size | Low Estimate | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Small pool surround (200-400 sq ft) | $2,000 | $5,500 |
| Medium pool deck (400-800 sq ft) | $4,000 | $11,000 |
| Large resort-style deck (800-1500 sq ft) | $8,000 | $22,000 |
What Affects Concrete Pool Decks Cost?
- 1Deck surface area and shape complexity drive the base cost, with curved or freeform pool shapes requiring more formwork and cutting.
- 2Finish type is a major variable: basic broom finish runs $6 to $10 per square foot, spray-deck coatings $8 to $14, and stamped concrete $12 to $20.
- 3Resurfacing an existing pool deck is typically less expensive than new construction but requires thorough preparation and bonding agents.
- 4Drainage infrastructure including channel drains, catch basins, and grading adds to the project scope and cost.
- 5Integration of features such as seat walls, planters, outdoor showers, or built-in lighting increases both materials and labor.
Questions to Ask Your Concrete Pool Decks Contractor
- ✓What finish options do you recommend for slip resistance and heat reduction around my pool?
- ✓How will you manage drainage so that runoff does not flow into the pool or toward my home?
- ✓Do you install expansion joints between the pool coping and the deck, and what material do you use for those joints?
- ✓Can you resurface my existing pool deck, or does it need to be removed and replaced?
- ✓What is your experience with pool deck projects, and can you provide references from similar installations?