Pool Plastering Las Vegas

Desert Springs Renovations provides quality pool plastering you and your family can count on for years. When considering a pool contractor to remodel your pool the first place to start is with the Nevada State Contractor's Board. They keep records of any complaints filed against any licensed contractor here in Nevada. I would then check to see if the contractor is registered with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). I would ask how long they have been in business, financial stability, what there payment schedule is, do they require money upfront to start work, do they have any before and after pictures of their work. References letters are great but anyone can type up a reference letter. It is hard to forge a before and after picture.

Desert Springs Renovations is a division of Desert Springs Pools and Spa. Desert Springs Pools and Spas have been building pools in Las Vegas for the past 16 years and has been the largest builder for the past 10 years. Desert Springs Renovations was established 4 years ago and does not have a single complaint with the State Contractor's Board and an A rating with the Better Business Bureau. We do not collect money upfront to start the job and only collect money when the work has been performed and completed with total satisfaction from our customer.

A Step by Step in Pool Plastering

1. Obtain permits if required.
2. Take all necessary action to turn off all power to pool equipment, water features, lights and auto water fills.
3. Drain pool in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
4. If the existing tile is to remain, under cut below the waterline tile carefully so the existing tile does not pop off.
5. Chip out the existing interior down to the bare gunite structure.
6. Power-wash and clean the gunite structure to remove any leftover loose material.
7. Install the new interior and replace all drain covers and return outlet fittings.
8. Fill the pool and/or spa with water upon completing the installation of the new interior.

Methods in Preparing a Pool for Re-Plaster

Stripping or also known as a complete chip out:
This method removes all the old plaster down to the bare gunite structure. By plastering to the gunite shell you guarantee yourself a permanent bond.

This is the only way Desert Springs Renovations re-plasters pools and in our opinion the only way to ensure a proper and permanent bond.

Sandblasting or Hydro Blasting and Brown Coat: This method removes dirt, minerals and loose plaster. The substrate is chemically etched, if necessary, and cleaned prior to applying brown coat which is designed to enhance bonding capability. This is an inferior method. With this method you are relying on the new plaster to properly bond to the old plaster and not delaminate in the future. Many of our competitors use this method. So be sure to ask the right questions when hiring a company to take on the job.

Sandblasting or Hydro Blasting and Glue: This method removes dirt, minerals and loose plaster. The substrate is chemically etched, if necessary, and cleaned. A special glue designed for this purpose is added to the plaster mix. In our opinion this is also an inferior method. With this method you are relying on the new plaster to properly bond to the old plaster and not delaminate in the future. This is also a common practice throughout Las Vegas, we recommend you don't use for your swimming pool.