Concrete Pool Decks

Your pool deck faces tough conditions that destroy weaker materials. Water splashes constantly on the surface. Chlorine and pool chemicals attack the material. Bare feet track in dirt and grass. The Texas sun beats down relentlessly all summer long. You need a surface that handles this abuse while staying comfortable to walk on. Concrete delivers exactly what pool decks require.

Concrete stays cool compared to other hard surfaces. Dark pavers and stone absorb heat and burn bare feet on hot afternoons. Wood decking splinters and gets slippery when wet. Concrete pool decks can include light colors and textured finishes that reflect heat and provide comfortable walking surfaces even in summer. We can add special coatings that reduce heat absorption even further if your pool gets full sun exposure.

Safety matters most around pools where people run, jump, and play. Smooth surfaces become dangerously slippery when wet. Concrete lets us create textured surfaces that provide traction without being rough on bare feet. Exposed aggregate, brushed finishes, and stamped textures all give you slip resistance. We design drainage into your deck so water flows away from pool edges instead of creating puddles where people walk.

The durability of concrete means your pool deck lasts as long as the pool itself. Wood rots and requires constant maintenance. Pavers settle unevenly and grow weeds between gaps. Composite decking fades and warps in heat. Concrete maintains its integrity through decades of exposure to water, chemicals, and weather. You invest once and gain a surface that serves your family for 30 years or more without major repairs.

Pool deck installation requires special attention to details that regular concrete work might skip. Water drainage becomes critical because you constantly splash water onto the deck. We create proper slope away from the pool and your house so water drains into landscaping or drainage systems. This prevents water from pooling on the deck or flowing toward your foundation where it causes problems.

The base preparation under pool decks needs extra care. The area around pools often includes backfill soil that settles over time. We excavate questionable soil and replace it with compacted gravel that provides stable support. This prevents settling and cracking that happens when contractors pour over loose fill dirt. The few extra hours of base prep save you from expensive repairs years later.

Expansion joints separate your pool deck from the pool structure and from adjacent concrete areas. These joints allow natural movement without causing cracks. Concrete expands and contracts with temperature changes. Your pool shell moves slightly as it fills and empties. Control joints manage this movement so your deck develops planned crack lines in locations where they matter least rather than random cracks across visible areas.

The concrete mix design for pool decks includes air entrainment that helps resist freeze-thaw damage. Even in Texas we get occasional freezes that can damage concrete. Water resistant additives reduce absorption that leads to spalling and deterioration. We use proper curing techniques that develop full strength and durability. These technical details determine whether your deck lasts decades or starts failing within a few years.

Sealing your pool deck protects the surface and makes maintenance easier. Sealer prevents stains from sunscreen, chlorine, and spilled drinks. It reduces water absorption and protects decorative finishes from fading. We recommend resealing every few years to maintain protection. This simple maintenance keeps your deck looking great and extends its lifespan significantly.