Common questions about our services, coverage area, and process. If you don't see your question, get in touch.
How much does pool deck resurfacing cost in Lakewood Ranch FL?
On a typical 500 to 800 square foot Lakewood Ranch lanai deck, you should budget $2,000 to $5,500 for a cool deck spray-knockdown refresh, $3,500 to $8,000 for a textured concrete overlay, and $6,000 to $17,000 for travertine pavers installed over the existing deck. The two big variables are square footage and prep work: a deck with significant cracking, spalling, or settled sections needs repair first, which can add $300 to $1,500 to the total.
Do I need a permit to resurface my pool deck in Manatee County?
For cosmetic resurfacing over an existing structural slab, no permit is required. If you're modifying the slab itself, expanding the deck footprint, or doing work that touches the pool safety barrier, then yes, you need to file a Pool-Spa application with Manatee County. Most Lakewood Ranch homeowners resurfacing the existing lanai deck do not need a permit. We confirm the scope before we start.
How long does a pool deck resurfacing job take?
A standard cool deck or overlay job on a 500 to 800 sq ft Lakewood Ranch deck takes 3 to 5 working days from start to finish: one day for prep and repair, one to two for the base coat, one for the texture and seal, and a final cure day before you walk on it. Travertine paver installations run 5 to 7 days. We schedule around your pool use so the cure window does not collide with a weekend pool day if we can help it.
Can you resurface in the Florida rainy season?
Yes, but we schedule differently. June through September we start early in the morning so the base coat goes down before the 3 PM thunderstorms, and we tarp the deck if a watch is up. Acrylic cool deck needs about 4 hours of dry weather to lock in. We have not lost a job to weather in three years, but we will reschedule a day if the radar says no.
Will my new deck be slippery when wet?
No. Every system we install has built-in slip resistance: cool deck has the spray-knockdown texture, our concrete overlays use a broom finish or a textured stamp, and travertine has natural micropores. We will not install a smooth troweled finish on a pool deck without a slip additive in the topcoat: that's the one finish that turns into a hazard when wet, and it's not worth the call from your insurer six months later.
How long will a resurfaced pool deck last in Lakewood Ranch?
Acrylic cool deck (spray knockdown) lasts 7 to 10 years before it needs a refresh, depending on UV exposure and how often the deck gets pressure-washed. Concrete overlays run 10 to 15 years. Travertine pavers, if sealed every 3 to 4 years, will outlast the house: 25 plus years easily. The bigger killer in Florida is UV degradation of cheap acrylic without inhibitors, which is why we use a UV-stable system from day one.