Pool Builder & Pool Remodeling in Venice, CA
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- Venice
Design · Permit · Build
Pool & Spa Remodeling in Venice
We build new pools and spas, and remodel the ones already in the ground.
Book a Consultation Call 818-300-2393
Built for Venice Homes
Groundwater is the first thing we look at. Near the canals and the beach, groundwater can sit shallow enough to reach a pool excavation, which means dewatering, hydrostatic relief and a heavier shell than the drawings first suggest. Narrow walk-street and canal lots rarely take a truck, so material moves by hand or over the roof by crane. On top of all that, almost every parcel needs a coastal permit before a shovel moves.
Unusually narrow lots on walk streets, canals and alley-loaded blocks, with small deep rear yards and minimal street frontage.
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 Venice: Building, grading and pool permits are issued by LADBS because this is part of the City of Los Angeles, but nearly the whole community sits inside the coastal zone. The Venice Local Coastal Program is still not fully certified (a Land Use Plan certified in 2001 is in place while an updated plan is being drafted with the California Coastal Commission) so projects need a coastal development permit through Los Angeles City Planning, and city decisions remain appealable to the Commission.
Most projects also require a Venice Coastal Zone Specific Plan (Ordinance No. 175,693) determination or specific plan exemption before a building permit can be issued. In the mapped dual permit jurisdiction area a separate Coastal Commission permit is required as well, so entitlement duration varies widely.
Permit details checked September 2026 against LADBS , LA City Planning and State of California . Rules change, so we confirm them again for your parcel.
What We Build
- High water table pool engineering and dewatering
- Coastal development permit and specific plan clearance
- Crane and conveyor material handling on no-access lots
- 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 Venice
These local conditions change the scope, the schedule and the budget.
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Groundwater near the canals and the beach can be shallow, which can require dewatering during excavation and hydrostatic relief in the finished pool shell.
02
Sandy fill mapped for liquefaction pushes pool and foundation design toward deeper structural solutions than the same project would need a few miles inland.
03
Narrow walk-street and canal lots have no direct vehicle access, so excavated soil, gunite and hardscape material move by conveyor, buggy or crane over the roofline.
04
Salt-laden air and blowing sand shorten the life of untreated metal, so equipment enclosures, fasteners and outdoor kitchen components are specified for that exposure.
Areas we serve in Venice:The Venice CanalsOakwoodMilwoodEast VeniceAbbot Kinney DistrictMarina Peninsula
Investment
What It Costs in Venice
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 Venice property
The Process
How We Work in Venice
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 Venice 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.
06
Startup & Handover
We fill, balance the water, commission the equipment and walk you through every control.
Questions
What Venice Homeowners Ask
Who issues the permits for this work in Venice?
Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Building, grading and pool permits are issued by LADBS because this is part of the City of Los Angeles, but nearly the whole community sits inside the coastal zone. The Venice Local Coastal Program is still not fully certified (a Land Use Plan certified in 2001 is in place while an updated plan is being drafted with the California Coastal Commission) so projects need a coastal development permit through Los Angeles City Planning, and city decisions remain appealable to the Commission.
Most projects also require a Venice Coastal Zone Specific Plan (Ordinance No. 175,693) determination or specific plan exemption before a building permit can be issued. In the mapped dual permit jurisdiction area a separate Coastal Commission permit is required as well, so entitlement duration varies widely.
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 Venice different?
Unusually narrow lots on walk streets, canals and alley-loaded blocks, with small deep rear yards and minimal street frontage. One local condition that shapes the work: Groundwater near the canals and the beach can be shallow, which can require dewatering during excavation and hydrostatic relief in the finished pool shell.
Which parts of Venice do you work in?
All of it, including The Venice Canals, Oakwood, Milwood and East Venice. 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 Venice?
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 Venice
Costs, materials and process notes from our own projects.
ADU Design Ideas for Los Angeles Neighborhoods Los Angeles neighborhoods have distinct characters that should inform ADU design. Explore ideas for ADUs that complement homes in Silver Lake, Venice, the Valley, and beyond. 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 Venice?
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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