(215) 716-7177 512 Bethlehem Pike, Montgomeryville, PA 18936
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Scott Payne Custom Pools

Pool Renovation & Remodeling

Your existing pool has more life in it than you think. We'll prove it.


Your Pool Is Older. It Doesn't Have to Look Like It.

There's a moment every pool owner reaches. The liner is faded. The equipment is loud and inefficient. The coping is cracked. The waterfall that used to impress guests now looks tired. You're not sure if you should fix it, replace it, or just drain it and move on.

We've seen this hundreds of times. And almost every time, the answer is the same: renovation is the right move. A well-executed renovation can take a pool that looks like it belongs in 1998 and turn it into something that looks like it was just built — for a fraction of the cost of a new build.

But it has to be done right. And that starts with understanding what you actually have.

We Start With a 20-Point Inspection

Before we recommend a single thing, we conduct a comprehensive 20-point inspection of your existing pool. We look at the shell, the plumbing, the equipment, the electrical, the deck, the coping, the water chemistry history, and the structural integrity of every component.

Why? Because a renovation that doesn't address the underlying issues isn't a renovation — it's a paint job. We want to know exactly what we're working with before we make any promises.

Our philosophy: The best renovation is one where nothing surprises you after the fact. We find the problems before the contract is signed — not after the check clears.

Pool renovation — before

Energy Savings That Pay for Themselves

One of the most compelling reasons to renovate isn't cosmetic — it's financial. Modern variable-speed pumps, LED lighting, and heat pump technology have transformed what it costs to run a pool. Homeowners who upgrade from older single-speed equipment to modern systems routinely see 80–90% reductions in energy costs.

That's not a marketing number. That's physics. A variable-speed pump running at low RPM for 12 hours uses a fraction of the electricity of an old single-speed pump running at full power for 8. Over a 10-year period, the energy savings alone can cover a significant portion of the renovation cost.

We'll walk you through the numbers specific to your equipment during the inspection — so you know exactly what you're getting into before you decide.

Pool Renovation Walkthrough — Coming Soon

Scott walks through a real renovation project from inspection to completion.

From Old to Outstanding

Renovation isn't just about fixing what's broken. It's about rethinking what your backyard could be. Some of the most dramatic transformations we've done started as simple liner replacements — and ended as complete backyard reinventions once the homeowner saw what was possible.

We can add a waterfall where there wasn't one. Convert a plaster pool to a pebble finish. Add a spa. Extend the deck. Replace outdated coping with natural stone. Add LED color lighting that turns your pool into a nighttime feature. The scope is entirely up to you — and we'll help you prioritize based on impact and budget.

Pool renovation — after
What We Do

Renovation Capabilities

Tile & Coping Replacement

Waterline tile and coping are the first things people notice. We replace both with materials that match your style — from classic brick coping to natural bluestone and travertine.

Resurfacing

Plaster, pebble, quartz aggregate — we resurface pools to a finish that looks and feels brand new, with a range of color and texture options to match your vision.

Energy-Efficient Pumps

Variable-speed pump upgrades can reduce your energy costs by 80–90%. We install and program modern equipment that pays for itself over time.

Heat Pumps & Heaters

Extend your swim season by weeks or months with a properly sized heat pump or gas heater. We'll recommend the right system for your pool size and usage.

Filters & Sanitation

From filter replacements to full sanitation system upgrades — salt systems, UV, ozone — we'll bring your water quality into the modern era.

Spa, Waterfall & Feature Additions

Add a spa, waterfall, fire bowl, sun shelf, or LED lighting system to a pool that never had them. We design and build additions that look like they were always part of the original plan.

Safety Covers

Automatic and manual safety covers — installed correctly, rated for the load, and built to last. We'll spec the right cover for your pool shape and usage.

Deck Renovation

Stamped concrete, pavers, natural stone — we can replace or overlay an existing deck to transform the entire look of your backyard without touching the pool shell.

Structural Repairs

Cracks, settling, plumbing leaks — we address structural issues before they become catastrophic. Our 20-point inspection identifies everything before work begins.

Real Projects

Before & After

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Free Download: The Pool Renovation Buyer's Guide

Before you call anyone, read this. It covers everything a homeowner needs to know before renovating a pool — what to expect, what to ask, what it really costs, and the red flags that tell you when a contractor isn't being straight with you.

  • How to know if your pool is worth renovating
  • The 7 questions to ask every contractor
  • What a realistic renovation budget looks like
  • Why the cheapest bid almost always costs more in the end
  • The energy savings math — what you'll actually save
  • How to prioritize: what to fix first and what can wait
  • Red flags that tell you to walk away
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The Pool Renovation Buyer's Guide

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Let's Talk About Your Pool

Ready to Bring It Back to Life?

Tell us about your existing pool and what you're hoping to change. We'll start with an honest assessment — no pressure, no sales pitch.

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