Pool Builder & Pool Remodeling in Studio City, CA
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Design · Permit · Build
Pool & Spa Remodeling in Studio City
We build new pools and spas, and remodel the ones already in the ground.
Book a Consultation Call 818-300-2393
Built for Studio City Homes
Studio City sits about ten minutes from our Cahuenga Pass base, and it is two markets in one. Cross Ventura Boulevard heading north and you are on flat, deep lots where a pool, an outdoor kitchen and a lawn all fit comfortably in a single phase.
Head south into the canyons and the same budget buys a very different project, because retaining and access come first and the pool follows.
A split market: flat valley-floor lots north of Ventura Boulevard (the single-family median is about 7,000 square feet in LA County Assessor data) and hillside parcels to the south, which are often larger but steep. The two build very differently and price very differently.
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 Studio City: Private pools in the City of Los Angeles are permitted through a Combined Building-Mechanical permit, while pools serving more than two dwelling units need separate building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits. Using a City of Los Angeles standard plan on file with LADBS reduces plan check time.
Most properties south of Ventura Boulevard, in the hills, are inside the Hillside Grading Area. A pool there needs its own LADBS grading permit, and the Baseline Hillside Ordinance caps grading and import/export quantities. Much of that hillside is also a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
Permit details checked September 2026 against LADBS . Rules change, so we confirm them again for your parcel.
What We Build
- Retaining walls and slope stabilization
- Canyon-access excavation and haul-off planning
- 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 Studio City
These local conditions change the scope, the schedule and the budget.
01
Hillside lots south of Ventura Boulevard often need engineered retaining and caisson work before any pool shell is poured
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Narrow canyon streets limit equipment access, which drives staging and haul-off planning
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Flat valley-floor lots north of Ventura Boulevard are far simpler and usually build faster
Areas we serve in Studio City:Silver TriangleFryman Canyon
Investment
What It Costs in Studio City
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 Studio City property
The Process
How We Work in Studio City
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 Studio City that submittal goes to Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS).
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.
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Startup & Handover
We fill, balance the water, commission the equipment and walk you through every control.
Questions
What Studio City Homeowners Ask
Who issues the permits for this work in Studio City?
Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Private pools in the City of Los Angeles are permitted through a Combined Building-Mechanical permit, while pools serving more than two dwelling units need separate building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits.
Using a City of Los Angeles standard plan on file with LADBS reduces plan check time. Most properties south of Ventura Boulevard, in the hills, are inside the Hillside Grading Area. A pool there needs its own LADBS grading permit, and the Baseline Hillside Ordinance caps grading and import/export quantities.
Much of that hillside is also a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. 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 Studio City different?
A split market: flat valley-floor lots north of Ventura Boulevard (the single-family median is about 7,000 square feet in LA County Assessor data) and hillside parcels to the south, which are often larger but steep. The two build very differently and price very differently.
One local condition that shapes the work: Hillside lots south of Ventura Boulevard often need engineered retaining and caisson work before any pool shell is poured.
Which parts of Studio City do you work in?
All of it, including Silver Triangle and Fryman Canyon. 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 Studio City?
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 Studio City
Costs, materials and process notes from our own projects.
Outdoor Kitchen Cost in Studio City: Three Budgets Outdoor kitchens in Studio City run $14,000 to $55,000. This breaks the cost down by island framing, counters, appliances and utility runs, and covers the canyon access issues that raise labor. 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 Travertine vs Porcelain Pavers for SoCal Yards Travertine installs at roughly $22 to $30 per square foot, porcelain at $24 to $34. The real difference is heat, staining and how each one handles a chlorinated pool deck over ten years. Read guide
Planning a Pool in Studio City?
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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