The South Bay specialty
Your shell is from 1972. Your finish doesn't have to be.
San Jose's pool stock is old and good — gunite shells from the '60s through the '80s that were built heavy and have decades left. What wears out is the plaster, and by now most of these pools are on their second or third finish. The difference between a finish that lasts five years and twenty is the prep: full chip-out, hollow-spot repair, bond coat, and a startup that's actually managed.
We replaster across the South Bay weekly. Willow Glen's kidneys and rectangles, Almaden's diving pools, Cambrian's compact yards — we know what's under the old finish before we drain, because we've opened up hundreds like them.
While your pool is empty is also the cheapest moment for waterline tile, LED light conversion or coping work. We'll flag what's worth bundling — and skip what isn't.
What a Creative Edge replaster includes.
Legal drain & disposal
Water disposed per San Jose requirements — never dumped to the street.
Full chip-out
Old plaster mechanically removed to the shell. No skim-overs, ever.
Shell repairs
Cracks, hollow spots and rusted fittings fixed while we can see them.
Finish application
White, colored, quartz or pebble — hand-troweled in one continuous operation.
Managed 28-day startup
Chemistry balanced on a schedule while the finish cures underwater.
Optional bundles
Waterline tile, LED lights and coping — quoted as clean add-on lines.
San Jose replastering questions
How long does a San Jose replaster take?
1–2 weeks drain to refill, plus the 28-day managed cure during which you can swim. We schedule so you lose weeks, not the season.
What will it cost?
See our San Jose replaster cost guide for 2026 ranges by finish — white plaster to pebble. Every quote is free and itemized.
Do you replaster spas too?
Yes — attached spas are finished with the pool in the same operation, and standalone spas are a common small-scope job for us.
My pool has been patched twice already. Worth doing again?
Patches on patches usually mean it's chip-out time — the layers underneath are the problem. One proper replaster resets the clock for 15–20 years.
Book your San Jose replaster before spring fills the calendar.
Free, itemized quotes. CSLB #1129581 — licensed & insured. Financing available through HFS.
Reviews
What Our Customers Say
5.0 ★★★★★ · 26 Google reviews
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Creative Edge Designs & Construction and I couldn't be more impressed. From the initial consultation to project completion, their professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding. The team communicated clearly throughout the process, ensuring that I was informed every step of the way. They were punctual, efficient, and maintained a clean worksite, which I truly appreciated. The quality of the workmanship is top-notch, and the final result exceeded my expectations. If you're looking for reliable and skilled contractors, I highly recommend Creative Edge Designs & Construction and their team."
kevin rivas
"We are beyond grateful for the exceptional work you've done in building our stunning swimming pool and transforming our backyard into a personalized paradise… The quality of the workmanship and the materials used are outstanding, and we can confidently say that we have a backyard that will stand the test of time… Once again, thank you, Creative Edge Designs & Construction, for making our dreams a reality. With heartfelt gratitude, The Castanon Family"
Jesus Castellanos
"Creative edge hands down best in town on prices and built exactly how we imagined couldn't be happier Edgar's a great guy as well brought up great details we didn't think of and made it that much better much appreciated!!!"
Jerome Holloman