In short: resurfacing a typical residential pool in Boca Raton costs about $6,000–$15,000. For a pool of roughly 15 by 30 feet, which has about 900 to 1,000 square feet of interior surface once the walls and steps are counted, white plaster runs $5,000–$8,000, quartz aggregate $7,500–$12,000 and pebble $10,000–$18,000. These are estimates; your quote is written after we measure and inspect the shell.
Price by finish
| Finish | Estimated price | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| White or tinted plaster (marcite) | $5,000–$8,000 | Lowest cost, shortest life |
| Quartz aggregate | $7,500–$12,000 | Color, stain resistance |
| Pebble | $10,000–$18,000 | Longest life, deepest color |
| Any finish, per sq ft of surface | $5–$20 / sq ft | Walls, steps and benches count |
The finish is the biggest single choice you make, but it is not the whole price. Prep, repairs and anything you add at the edge matter almost as much, and they are where quotes tend to differ.
Prep and repairs
| Step | Estimated price | What changes it |
|---|---|---|
| Drain the pool | $175–$225 | Size; included in our quotes |
| Crack or hollow-spot repair | $200–$1,200 | Number and depth of repairs |
| Bond coat over sound plaster | Included | When the old finish is still well attached |
| Full chip-out to the shell | Included or priced on site | Needed when the old finish is delaminating |
Add-ons at the edge
| Add-on | Estimated price | What changes it |
|---|---|---|
| New waterline tile band | $2,000–$6,000 | Tile choice, band length |
| New coping | $2,500–$7,000 | Stone or precast |
| Deck coating | $3–$7 / sq ft | Over sound concrete |
| Pavers or travertine over deck | $15–$30 / sq ft | Material, pattern |
Every figure on this page is an estimate. They draw on national pricing data and Florida resurfacing guides, adjusted for South Florida labor; none of them is a quote for your pool. We measure, inspect and then price in writing.
What moves the price on Boca Raton pools
- Surface area, not just length and width. Deep ends, sun shelves, benches and spas add square footage that a quick measurement misses.
- The state of the old finish. If the plaster is hollow-sounding or flaking, it has to come off to the shell. That is more labor and more disposal than a bond coat.
- Attached spas. A raised spa with a spillover adds tile and finish work, and often its own repair list.
- Access. Zero-lot-line homes and gated communities can mean hand-carrying materials or booking deliveries through the gatehouse.
- Salt systems. Salt pools are common here and they are harder on soft finishes and on stone coping; we may recommend quartz or pebble over plain plaster for that reason.
Cost per year, not just cost today
Dividing the price by the typical lifespan makes the finishes easier to compare. Plaster at $5,000–$8,000 lasting seven to ten years and pebble at $10,000–$18,000 lasting fifteen to twenty work out closer per year than the upfront gap suggests. If you are selling within a few years, plaster makes sense. If you are staying, the longer-lasting finishes usually win.
Why quotes in Boca Raton disagree
Lay the quotes side by side and check five things: whether the old finish is chipped out or bond-coated, whether tile and fittings are protected or replaced, whether draining and start-up are included, which brand and grade of material is specified, and who balances the water for the first weeks. Two quotes that differ by thousands are often pricing two different jobs. Ask each contractor to write the scope down, and compare the scope before the price.
Cost questions
How much does it cost to resurface a pool in Boca Raton?
As an estimate, most residential pools in Boca Raton cost $6,000–$15,000 to resurface. White plaster runs about $5,000–$8,000, quartz $7,500–$12,000 and pebble $10,000–$18,000 for a typical 15 by 30 foot pool.
What is the cost per square foot?
Roughly $5–$20 per square foot of interior surface, as an estimate, with plaster at the low end and pebble at the top. A typical pool has more surface than people expect, because the walls, steps and benches count as well as the floor.
Is pebble worth the extra cost over plaster?
If you plan to keep the house for ten years or more, usually yes. Pebble often lasts twice as long as plaster, so over two decades it can cost less than resurfacing with plaster twice.
Are draining and refilling included?
In our quotes, yes. Draining on its own runs about $175–$225, and the water to refill comes off your utility bill; we list both so you can compare quotes fairly.
Why do resurfacing quotes in Boca Raton vary so much?
Mostly because of prep. A quote that bond-coats over failing plaster will be cheaper than one that chips it out to the shell, but it is not the same job and it will not last as long.
Last reviewed October 8, 2026.