SIGNS
IT'S TIME
Signs your pool needs remodeling
Your pool takes a beating from North Texas heat, freeze cycles, and expansive clay soil movement. If you spot any of these, a remodel may cost less than ongoing patch repairs.
- Plaster is rough, stained, or flaking off in chunks
- Plaster cracking along the bond beam where North Texas clay soil has shifted the shell
- Tile along the waterline is cracked or falling off
- Coping stones lifting or separating after winter freeze-thaw cycles
- Pool surface cuts your feet when you walk on it
- Water chemistry stays out of balance no matter what you do
- Deck concrete heaving, cracking, or sinking where expansive clay pushed against the pool edge
- Equipment pad looks like it belongs in a different decade
If any of these sound familiar, call (903) 321-3172. We can assess the scope in one site visit.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why DSH for pool remodeling
We Build Pools From Scratch
DSH constructs new gunite pools, so we understand shell structure, plumbing, and rebar at the engineering level. Your remodel team has the same expertise as a new-build crew.
One Contractor, Full Scope
Plaster, tile, coping, decking, plumbing, electrical, and landscaping handled by one team, one schedule, one point of contact.
Built for Collin County Clay
Over 90% of Collin County soil is expansive clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry. We engineer every remodel to handle that ground movement, because we build pools from the shell up and understand how the structure behaves underground.
OUR PROCESS
From first call to first swim
Step 1: Schedule a Site Visit
We walk your pool, photograph the existing conditions, and discuss what you want changed. No cost, no obligation.
Step 2: Written Scope and Estimate
You receive a detailed written proposal covering materials, timeline, and total cost before we touch anything.
Step 3: The Remodel
Our crew handles demolition, structural repairs, new finishes, tile, coping, decking, plumbing upgrades, and equipment replacement on a defined schedule.
Step 4: Fill, Balance, Swim
REMODELING SERVICES
What we can do with your existing pool
DSH handles partial updates and full-scale renovations. Here are the most common remodeling projects we complete across McKinney, Prosper, Frisco, and North Texas.
Pool Resurfacing — Worn plaster gets stripped and replaced with new plaster, pebble, or quartz finishes. Most resurface jobs take 5 to 7 working days.
Tile and Coping Replacement — Cracked waterline tile and shifting coping stones get removed and replaced with materials rated for North Texas freeze-thaw cycles.
Deck Renovation — Cracked or sinking concrete gets removed and replaced with stamped concrete, travertine, flagstone, or cool-deck coatings that stay comfortable in 100-degree summers.
Plumbing and Equipment Upgrades — Old single-speed pumps, outdated filters, and leaking plumbing lines get replaced with variable-speed pumps, salt systems, and modern automation. This includes salt system conversions for homeowners switching from traditional chlorine, and smart automation upgrades with Pentair IntelliCenter, Jandy iAquaLink, or Hayward OmniLogic so you can control your pump, heater, lights, and water features from your phone.
Shape and Depth Changes — Want a tanning ledge, deeper diving area, or a complete shape change? We cut, form, and reshoot gunite to modify your pool’s footprint.
Water Feature Additions — Add waterfalls, bubblers, deck jets, or scuppers to an existing pool. See our full /water-features/ page for details.
LED Lighting Upgrades — Replace old incandescent pool lights with color-changing LED systems controlled from your phone.
REVIEWS
Pool remodeling customers, in their own words
FAQ
Common Questions About Pool Remodeling
A basic resurface typically starts at [CONFIRM WITH CLIENT]. A mid-range project with new tile, coping, and a deck update runs [CONFIRM WITH CLIENT]. Full-scale renovations with shape changes, new equipment, and water features start at [CONFIRM WITH CLIENT]. Every project gets a free written estimate before work begins.
A resurface-only project typically takes 5 to 7 working days. A full renovation with deck work, new tile, equipment upgrades, and plumbing can take 4 to 8 weeks depending on scope. Weather delays from North Texas storms can add time, and we communicate schedule changes the same day.
[CONFIRM WITH CLIENT] written workmanship warranty on every remodeling project. Manufacturer warranties on equipment and materials are provided separately and passed through directly to you.
Most cosmetic updates like resurfacing and retiling do not require a permit in McKinney, Prosper, or Frisco. Structural changes, electrical work, plumbing modifications, and shape changes require a building permit from the city and inspection by Collin County code enforcement. DSH pulls all required permits and meets the inspector on site. Permit costs are included in the quoted price.
Yes. DSH Homes and Pools is fully licensed, insured, and BBB accredited with an A rating. We carry general liability and workers' compensation coverage on every project in Collin, Denton, and Grayson counties.
No. The pool must be drained and inaccessible during remodeling. We fence off the work area for safety. Most homeowners in McKinney and Prosper plan remodels during fall or winter when the pool is already closed, so they're swim-ready by spring.
Yes. We bring physical samples of plaster, pebble, tile, coping, and deck materials to the site visit so you can see how they look against your home's exterior, landscaping, and outdoor kitchen finishes.
[CONFIRM WITH CLIENT] on financing availability and terms. Contact us at (903) 321-3172 for current options.
Fall and winter. You avoid the swim season, and cooler temperatures are better for plaster curing. Schedule your site visit in September or October and your pool will be ready for the following spring. North Texas pool remodel demand peaks March through June, so booking during the off-season also means shorter wait times and faster crew availability.
Yes. Structural additions like tanning ledges, baja shelves, raised spas, and shape changes require cutting and reshooting gunite, which DSH handles in-house. These additions work best when bundled with a full remodel to minimize disruption and cost.
WHERE WE WORK
Pool remodeling available in:
We serve homeowners across Collin, Denton, and Grayson counties. Tap your city for local details.
McKinney · Plano · Prosper · Frisco · Sherman · Van Alstyne · Allen · Celina · Anna · Melissa · Fairview · Princeton
Ready to give your pool a second life?
Free written estimate, scheduling, and 30 years of pool construction experience behind every project.
BBB Accredited, A Rating . 30+ Years in North Texas