Pool Crack
Repair
Cracks are the biggest headache in pool repair. Is it leaking? Surface or structural? Is the foundation moving? Get any of those wrong, and the repair fails. We've mastered crack repair — and we back it with the strongest warranty in Texas.
Why Crack Repair Has a 50% Failure Rate
The industry-standard method for pool crack repair is steel rebar staples and plaster. The problem? It has roughly a 50% failure rate — either because it's done incorrectly, or because there's underlying foundation damage that was never addressed.
That's why most companies won't warranty crack repair. They know the odds.
We've mastered crack repair. We diagnose whether the crack is leaking, whether it's surface or structural, and whether the foundation is moving — before recommending any repair.
When we pair crack repair with foundation stabilization (steel piers), we warranty it for life. The foundation stops moving. The cracks stay fixed. Permanently.
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Industry standard: Steel rebar staples + plaster. Failure rate: ~50%.
The method works — when done correctly on a stable foundation. But if there's underlying movement, or the crack isn't properly prepped, the repair fails within months. The crack reopens — usually through the new plaster — and you're back where you started.
That's why most companies offer 90 days or no warranty at all. We warranty crack repair for life — when done with steel piers.
Get any of these wrong, and the repair fails. We get them right.
The Right Repair Starts With the Right Diagnosis
Every crack type has a different cause — and a different fix. We don't apply the same repair to every crack. We identify what's actually happening before any work begins.
Surface & Finish Cracks
Hairline cracks in the plaster or finish coat that haven't penetrated through the shell. Common in older pools as the surface ages and shrinks. We remove the failed material, prep the area properly, and apply a properly bonded repair that integrates with the existing finish. 3-year warranty.
Structural Shell Cracks
Cracks that run through the gunite or concrete shell itself. These allow water to escape directly into the surrounding soil. We inject structural epoxy or polyurethane foam into the crack under pressure, filling the full depth of the fracture and restoring structural continuity across the shell. 3-year warranty.
Movement Cracks
Cracks caused by soil shifting beneath the pool — common in DFW's expansive clay. These cracks will continue to reopen unless the underlying movement is corrected. We stabilize the foundation with steel piers, then repair the cracks. Lifetime warranty when done with piers.
How It Works
We don't patch over the problem — we identify it first.
Crack Assessment
We inspect the crack in full — length, depth, location, pattern, and any associated water loss. We determine whether it's surface-level, structural, or movement-related before recommending any scope of work.
Leak Detection If Needed
If the crack is causing active water loss, we run a full leak detection before any repair begins. You need to know exactly what's leaking — and from where — before repairing the crack.
Foundation Assessment
If the crack pattern suggests movement, we assess the foundation condition with licensed TX engineers. If the pool is still moving, we stabilize it first with steel piers — before any crack repair.
Proper Repair Method
Surface cracks get a proper finish repair. Structural cracks get epoxy or foam injection under pressure. Movement cracks get structural stabilization first. We use the right method for the failure, every time.
Written Warranty Issued
Surface and structural crack repairs carry a 3-year warranty. Crack repairs done with foundation stabilization (steel piers) carry a lifetime warranty. All warranties are in writing and transferable to new homeowners.
With over 20,000 repairs completed across DFW, we've seen every type of pool crack — and more importantly, what causes them to come back. When we fix a crack, it stays fixed.
Written Warranties on Every Repair
Every repair is backed in writing, with clear coverage and real accountability. Warranties are transferable to new homeowners at no additional cost — a documented asset at closing.
Pool Crack Repair — FAQ
The industry-standard method (rebar staples and plaster) has roughly a 50% failure rate. It fails when done incorrectly, or when there's underlying foundation movement that wasn't addressed. The crack reopens — usually through the new plaster — and you're back where you started. That's why most companies offer 90 days or no warranty at all.
Yes — but it depends on the repair type. Surface and structural crack repairs carry a 3-year warranty. Crack repairs done with foundation stabilization (steel piers) carry a lifetime warranty. We warranty it for life because once the foundation stops moving, the crack stays fixed.
The depth, pattern, and location of the crack tell you a lot. A single hairline crack in the plaster is usually surface-level. Multiple cracks, cracks that run through grout lines and tile, or cracks that are visibly wider at one end than the other suggest structural or movement-related causes. If you're also losing water, that confirms the crack has penetrated the shell.
If the underlying cause isn't addressed, yes. That's why we assess the cause before recommending any repair. A properly diagnosed and properly repaired crack — one where the cause is eliminated, not just covered — holds. We back that with a written warranty.
Some surface repairs can be done underwater. Structural crack repairs using epoxy or foam injection typically require the pool to be drained or the water level lowered to the crack. We'll tell you exactly what's needed before any work begins.
Yes — and in DFW this is more common than most people realize. Water escaping through a cracked shell saturates the clay soil underneath, which causes it to swell, shift, and eventually destabilize. Catching a structural crack early is significantly less expensive than dealing with foundation movement after the fact.
Yes — but not by doing the same thing again. If your crack repair failed, it's almost certainly because the pool is still moving. We assess the structural condition first, stabilize the foundation with steel piers if needed, and then repair the cracks. This time, they stay fixed. Lifetime warranty when done with piers.
Tired of Crack Repairs That Don't Last?
We've mastered crack repair. We diagnose the cause, fix it properly, and back the work with the strongest warranty in Texas.