Concrete Pool Decks in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta Concrete Services builds and replaces concrete pool decks, from plain broom-finish surrounds to stamped stone patterns and cooler-touch textured coatings. We also repair cracked decks and fix the drainage problems that send dirty water back into the pool.
An Atlanta pool deck has a long season to survive. July highs sit near 90 degrees with heavy humidity, afternoon thunderstorms dump water fast, and every spring a coat of yellow pine pollen settles on everything. Add leaf drop from a backyard canopy, red clay tracked in from the lawn and the occasional hard freeze in January, and you need a deck that is graded right, sealed well and comfortable on bare feet.
We pour pool decks for homeowners in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Kennesaw, Brookhaven and Smyrna, and closer in around the city & more.
Why Choose Atlanta Concrete Services
Pool Deck Services
Pool Deck Installation
A new pool, or an old deck that has heaved away from the coping, calls for a fresh surround built on a compacted base. We grade the deck to fall away from the pool at a gentle pitch, reinforce it with steel and set an expansion joint at the coping so the deck and pool shell can move independently.
A broom-finish deck runs $7 to $11 per square foot, so an 800 square foot surround comes to roughly $5,600 to $8,800.
Deck Drains & Runoff Control
Muddy water washing into the pool after a summer storm, or puddles that never dry, means the deck is shedding water the wrong way. We correct the slope and add slot or channel drains that carry runoff away from the pool and the house.
On lots that fall toward the pool, a low wall or regraded swale upslope keeps the yard's runoff off the deck entirely. A concrete retaining wall often does that job while giving you a built-in bench.
Cool-Touch Textured Finishes
Smooth gray concrete in direct July sun gets hot enough to make kids hop to the water. Lighter colors and textured spray or knockdown finishes stay noticeably cooler underfoot and add grip when wet.
We match the texture to how you use the pool, rougher for kids and running feet, smoother for lounging areas.
Pollen & Salt Sealing
Yellow pollen streaks, clay stains and white crust from saltwater splash all soak into unsealed concrete. We apply a breathable, slip-resistant sealer after the deck cures and recommend resealing every couple of years.
Saltwater pools are especially hard on bare concrete, so sealing is not optional with those.
Stamped Pool Surrounds
If you want the look of flagstone or travertine around the pool without the cost, stamped concrete is a strong option. Stamped and decorative work runs $12 to $20 or more per square foot, and we always add a slip-resistant additive to the sealer.
Many customers carry the same pattern out to an adjoining concrete patio or outdoor kitchen.
Deck Repair & Replacement
Cracks radiating from corners, a gap opening at the coping and sunken panels near the equipment pad all show the base is moving. Isolated cracks and joints can be repaired for $3 to $8 per square foot, while widespread settlement calls for removal and a new deck.
We protect the coping, tile and pool finish during demolition so the pool itself is not damaged. If the shell or plumbing needs work, we line up the timing with your pool contractor before we pour.
Building Your Pool Deck
Measure & Design
We measure the pool and yard, check how water flows across the site and talk through finish, color and drains. The written estimate breaks down square footage, base work and finish.
Base & Drains
We remove old concrete if needed, compact the subgrade, place GAB and install drain lines before forming. The deck is pitched away from the pool on every side.
Pour & Texture
We pour in sections with planned joints, set the coping expansion joint and apply the broom, stamp or cool-touch texture while the concrete is workable. Pours are timed for cooler morning hours in summer.
Cure & Seal
The deck cures before any sealer goes on, and we keep pool chemicals and furniture off until it is ready. Most decks are back in use within a week.
Pool Deck Questions in Atlanta
What does a concrete pool deck cost in Atlanta?
Broom-finish decks are $7 to $11 per square foot and stamped decks $12 to $20 or more. Removing an old deck adds $2 to $6 per square foot.
Which finish stays coolest?
Light-colored textured finishes stay cooler than dark or smooth concrete. Avoid dark stamped colors in full sun if bare feet are a priority.
Why is my pool deck cracking near the coping?
Usually there is no flexible expansion joint between the deck and the coping, so the two press against each other as temperatures swing. Settling fill around the pool shell is the other common cause.
Will a new deck change my yard's drainage?
It adds hard surface, so we plan where that water goes. Larger projects inside the City of Atlanta can fall under stormwater rules that require managing runoff on site.
How do I clean pollen off the deck?
A sealed deck rinses clean with a hose or a soft brush during pollen season. Unsealed concrete holds the yellow stain longer and may need a gentle pressure wash.
When is the best time to pour a pool deck?
Spring and fall are ideal since temperatures are moderate, and pouring early lets the deck cure before swim season. We pour in summer too, starting early in the day.