Resurfacing costs by finish
Angi’s Houston resurfacing page (updated April 2026) puts the average at $10,846, with most homeowners spending $5,916–$14,790.[1] Two Houston pool companies break it down by finish:
- Standard white plaster: about $4,500–$6,000 for a typical 12,000–18,000-gallon pool, with an estimated 8–10 year lifespan in local water.[2] Another lists plaster at $4–$8 per sq ft of interior surface, lasting 7–12 years.[3]
- Quartz: about $6,000–$8,000, 10–12 years[2]; or $7–$10 per sq ft, 10–15 years.[3]
- Pebble: about $7,500–$10,000, 15+ years[2]; or $7–$15 per sq ft, 15–20+ years.[3]
Lifespans are the companies’ own estimates and depend heavily on water chemistry. Angi also lists draining at $173–$222 and cleaning at $247 in Houston, plus about $54 per 5,000 gallons to refill.[1]
Plaster or pebble? A cost-per-year check
A simple way to compare: divide the price by the expected life. One Houston company shows plaster at about $5,250 over 9 years and pebble at about $8,750 over 15 years both work out near $585 a year.[2] Run the same math on your own quotes.
Katy permits: city or county?
The City of Katy says a building permit is required for most construction and improvements, including remodeling, electrical and plumbing work, and swimming pools.[4] Many homes with a Katy mailing address are in unincorporated Harris or Fort Bend County instead. Ask your builder which office has jurisdiction over your address and whether your resurfacing scope needs a permit there. Our Katy pool builders page explains the city-versus-county split.
What a good resurfacing quote spells out
- Drain and disposal, including how the water is dechlorinated and where it goes.
- Prep: full chip-out or bond coat, hollow-spot and crack repair.
- The finish brand and product name, not just “pebble.”
- Startup: brushing and chemistry during the cure, and who does it.
- Whether waterline tile or coping work is included or priced separately.
Frequently asked questions
How much does pool resurfacing cost in Katy?
Published Houston-area figures are the closest guide. Angi's Houston page (updated April 2026) says most homeowners spend $5,916 to $14,790. One Houston company lists about $4,500 to $6,000 for white plaster, $6,000 to $8,000 for quartz and $7,500 to $10,000 for pebble on a typical pool.
How long does pool plaster last in the Houston area?
One Houston company estimates 8 to 10 years for standard white plaster, 10 to 12 for quartz and 15+ for pebble. Another lists 7 to 12, 10 to 15 and 15 to 20+ years. Water chemistry has a big effect.
Do I need a permit to resurface a pool in Katy?
It depends on where you are and your scope. The City of Katy requires permits for remodeling, electrical and plumbing work, and pools. Many Katy addresses are in unincorporated Harris or Fort Bend County instead. Have your builder confirm before work starts.
Is HTX Backyard free?
Yes, for homeowners. Participating pool pros pay HTX Backyard a fee for introductions. You don't have to hire anyone.
Sources
- Angi: Pool Resurfacing Cost in Houston, TX (updated Apr 2026)
- Venture Pool Company: What Pool Resurfacing Really Costs in Houston
- Action Custom Pools: Pool Resurfacing & Replastering in Houston (2026 ranges)
- City of Katy: Permit & Building Services
Sources checked October 2026. Rules, fees and prices change. Confirm details with the agency, HOA or builder before you commit.
How we make money: HTX Backyard is free for homeowners. Participating builders pay HTX Backyard a fee when we introduce them to a homeowner. We are a matching service, not a contractor, and we do not perform, supervise or guarantee any work.