Pool Builder & Pool Remodeling in Malibu, CA
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Image: Infinity-edge pool and spa with a sheer spillway and an ocean view at sunset
- Malibu
Design · Permit · Build
Pool & Spa Remodeling in Malibu
We build new pools and spas, and remodel the ones already in the ground.
Book a Consultation Call 818-300-2393
Built for Malibu Homes
Septic capacity usually sets the ceiling long before design does. The wastewater system determines how many bedrooms an addition can add and where a pool, its equipment and backwash line are allowed to sit. Because every parcel sits in the coastal zone, we sequence geology, biology and drainage work alongside the coastal permit application rather than after it.
On blufftop and canyon sites we also budget for long haul distances and wind-exposed material choices.
Everything from tight beachfront strips between the highway and the sand to multi-acre canyon and ridge parcels with steep buildable pads and long private driveways.
We are a design-build team, which means the people who draw your project are the people who build it. Design, engineering, permits and construction run through one project manager and our own crews, so nothing gets lost in a handoff between a salesperson and a subcontractor. We are licensed, bonded and insured, CSLB license #1119054 .
Permits in Malibu: The city runs its own Building Safety Division and issues its own building and grading permits. The entire city lies within the coastal zone, and because the Local Coastal Program was certified in 2002 the city itself issues coastal development permits under its Land Use Plan and Local Implementation Plan, including review against the ESHA overlay.
Onsite wastewater treatment systems are permitted through the Community Development Department's Wastewater Management and Environmental Health staff, and installing a new system requires its own coastal development permit. Processing depends heavily on required geotechnical, biological and wastewater studies, so schedules vary considerably from parcel to parcel.
Permit details checked September 2026 against City of Malibu . Rules change, so we confirm them again for your parcel.
What We Build
- Onsite wastewater capacity analysis
- Coastal development permit submittal support
- Geotechnical and shoring coordination
- New gunite pool and spa construction
- Full pool remodels and replastering
- Pebble, quartz and plaster interior finishes
- Waterline tile and coping replacement
- Raised and attached spas with spillways
- Baja shelves, benches and sun ledges
- Water features, fire bowls and sheer descents
- Equipment upgrades, heaters and automation
- Pool decking in pavers, concrete or travertine
- LED lighting and salt-water conversions
Local Conditions
What to Know in Malibu
These local conditions change the scope, the schedule and the budget.
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Nearly every property runs on an onsite wastewater system rather than a sewer, and its rated capacity limits added bedrooms and constrains where a pool, equipment pad and backwash line can sit.
02
Blufftop and canyon parcels carry documented landslide and erosion history, so geotechnical setbacks and shoring design are settled before any pool or deck layout is finalized.
03
Sustained onshore wind and salt spray degrade untreated metal, cabinetry and fabric fast, which changes material selection for outdoor kitchens, pergolas and pool equipment.
04
Long approaches along winding canyon roads and the highway make concrete pours, crane days and soil export significantly more expensive to stage than comparable flatland work.
Areas we serve in Malibu:Point DumeMalibu ColonySerra RetreatBig RockMalibu ParkTrancas Canyon
Investment
What It Costs in Malibu
Real Southern California price ranges, not teaser numbers.
New pool construction
$70,000 to $150,000+
What moves it: size and shape, spa, water and fire features, decking material, automation, and how much access and grading the site needs
Pool remodel and resurfacing
$15,000 to $45,000
What moves it: finish choice (plaster versus pebble or quartz), tile and coping replacement, new equipment, and whether the deck is being replaced at the same time
Paver patio and hardscape
from about $13,000
What moves it: square footage, paver type, base preparation, drainage, and any steps or retaining involved
Your lot, access and finishes set the price. We walk the site, then show you where every dollar goes.
Get a line-item price for your Malibu property
The Process
How We Work in Malibu
01
Site Review
We walk the property, check access, soil and slope, and confirm what the yard can actually take.
02
Design & 3D
You see the pool in 3D before anything is dug, with finishes, tile and decking chosen.
03
Plans & Permits
We draw the plans, handle engineering where the site needs it, and pull the permits. In Malibu that submittal goes to City of Malibu Building Safety Division (Community Development Department).
04
Excavation & Shell
Dig, steel, plumbing and gunite. This is where site access and grading matter most.
05
Finishes
Tile, coping, decking and your chosen interior finish go in.
06
Startup & Handover
We fill, balance the water, commission the equipment and walk you through every control.
Questions
What Malibu Homeowners Ask
Who issues the permits for this work in Malibu?
City of Malibu Building Safety Division (Community Development Department). The city runs its own Building Safety Division and issues its own building and grading permits. The entire city lies within the coastal zone, and because the Local Coastal Program was certified in 2002 the city itself issues coastal development permits under its Land Use Plan and Local Implementation Plan, including review against the ESHA overlay.
Onsite wastewater treatment systems are permitted through the Community Development Department's Wastewater Management and Environmental Health staff, and installing a new system requires its own coastal development permit. Processing depends heavily on required geotechnical, biological and wastewater studies, so schedules vary considerably from parcel to parcel.
We prepare the drawings, make the submittal and handle plan-check corrections ourselves, so you are not the one chasing plan check.
What makes building in Malibu different?
Everything from tight beachfront strips between the highway and the sand to multi-acre canyon and ridge parcels with steep buildable pads and long private driveways. One local condition that shapes the work: Nearly every property runs on an onsite wastewater system rather than a sewer, and its rated capacity limits added bedrooms and constrains where a pool, equipment pad and backwash line can sit.
Which parts of Malibu do you work in?
All of it, including Point Dume, Malibu Colony, Serra Retreat and Big Rock. Our crews run every job out of our Cahuenga Pass base in Los Angeles, with our own people on site.
What does a pool or spa project cost in Malibu?
New pool construction: generally $70,000 to $150,000+ across Southern California. What moves it is size and shape, spa, water and fire features, decking material, automation, and how much access and grading the site needs. We give line-item pricing after seeing the site rather than quoting a number over the phone.
How long does a pool remodel take?
A straightforward replaster with new tile and coping usually runs three to five weeks. A full remodel that includes new decking, equipment and features typically runs eight to twelve weeks. Site access and permit timing are the two things that move that most.
How long does a new pool take to build?
Most new pool builds run about three to five months from permit to first swim. Hillside sites that need engineered retaining or difficult access sit at the longer end of that range.
Should I replaster or fully remodel?
If the shell and plumbing are sound and you only dislike the surface, replastering with new tile and coping is the efficient choice. If the equipment is aging, the deck is cracked or the shape no longer suits how you use the yard, a full remodel costs less than doing it in two separate phases.
Do you self-perform the work?
Yes. Our own crews handle the build rather than passing it to a rotating set of subs, which is why the schedule and the finish standard stay consistent.
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Planning Guides
Before You Build in Malibu
Costs, materials and process notes from our own projects.
Malibu Backyard Remodel Cost: The Coastal Premium A Malibu backyard remodel runs $90,000 to $300,000. Here is how that splits across hardscape, shade, pool work and soft costs, and why coastal rules add 15 to 30 percent. Read guide Outdoor Living in Malibu: Coastal Design Inspiration Malibu's coastal setting demands special considerations for outdoor living. Explore design ideas that embrace ocean views while withstanding salt air and marine conditions. Read guide Building a Pool in Northridge: Costs and Permits A new pool in Northridge typically runs $85,000 to $165,000 all-in with decking and equipment. The tract lots are generous, the soil is workable, and the real variables are access, spa and deck square footage. Read guide Van Nuys Pool and Backyard Costs A new pool in Van Nuys runs $75,000 to $145,000, and a pool-plus-backyard package $110,000 to $220,000. Flat lots keep excavation honest; older service panels and gas meters are where budgets slip. Read guide
Planning a Pool in Malibu?
Sit down with your project manager and get an accurate estimate. We call you back within one business day.
Book a Consultation 818-300-2393
Licensed, bonded & insured · CSLB license #1119054
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