Concrete Pool Decks in Apopka FL - a deck that grips when wet and stays cooler
Deck too hot, slick when wet or cracking? We pour new decks or coat solid ones with a finish chosen for your pool.
- Licensed and fully insured.
- Free quotes on site.
- Expect a reply within 1 business day.
Should you resurface your pool deck or pour a new one?
A concrete pool deck in Apopka is the concrete around your pool, and we either pour a new one or put a coating over the deck you have, with a finish that grips when wet and doesn't soak up as much sun. A coating is the quicker job, but only when the deck under it is solid.
Most folks call because the deck they have is too hot to stand on by afternoon, has gone slick, or has cracks they're tired of looking at. The price mostly comes down to how big the deck is, whether we're coating or tearing out and repouring, whether cracks need repair first and which finish you pick. The schedule turns on that same coat-or-repour question, so the first thing I do is look at your deck, and your estimate spells out which way we'd go and what's in the price.
How can you tell your pool deck needs work?
Cracks that keep growing
Cracks that get wider or a section that's dropped usually mean the deck is still moving underneath. A coating won't fix that, because it's only a surface layer and the cracks work their way back through it, so the movement has to be repaired first, and waiting just gives the cracks more time to spread.
Too hot to stand on
If people hop across the deck to get to the water, the surface is soaking up too much sun, which plain grey concrete does more than anything else. A lighter color or a light stone finish makes it bearable, and until then the deck is something you rush across instead of sitting on.
Slick when it's wet
A deck that feels slippery after a splash has usually lost its texture to wear, or it was a smooth finish that never had much grip to begin with. That's the sign to take seriously first, because it's the one that leads to falls.
Stains and a worn top
Chlorine, sunscreen and algaecide all land on a pool deck, and over time they leave blotches and a tired, worn surface. If the concrete underneath is still sound, this is often the case where a coating makes good sense instead of a full tear-out.
How we build and resurface concrete pool decks
I start by looking at the deck you have, because a coating can work on solid concrete but not over cracks that are still moving. If it's sound, we prep it and coat it, and if it isn't, we tear it out, dig out and pack the base the new deck will sit on, pour, put on the finish and cut control joints, shallow grooves that give the concrete a place of our choosing to crack. Then it has to cure, which is the wait while the concrete hardens before it takes weight. Along the way I go over finishes with you, weighing grip underfoot against how hot the surface gets, and if the budget's tight I'll tell you to go simpler on the finish before I'd ever cut corners on the base, because the base is what decides whether the deck stays put.
Broom finish
A broom finish is the light texture we drag across the wet concrete so wet feet have something to grab, and it's the least expensive option. Plain grey broom finish soaks up the most sun of any finish, though, so it suits a shaded deck or a tight budget best.
Broom finish in a light color
Adding a light sand or buff color to the concrete cuts down how much heat it takes on, so you keep the low-cost finish and get a cooler deck. For a lot of sunny Apopka backyards, this is where I'd start the conversation.
Exposed aggregate
Here the stone in the mix is left showing, so the surface grips on its own with no added texture, and light river pebbles or quartz stay cooler than dark stone. It also hides chemical stains and wear better than any smooth finish, which suits a pool that gets a lot of use.
Coating over your existing deck
If your deck is solid and the problem is mostly looks, heat or a worn top, a coating gives it a new surface without a tear-out. It's the fastest way to a fresh deck, as long as the concrete underneath isn't still moving.
Get a pool deck estimate that spells out the price
Expect a reply within one business day. I'll set a time to come look at your deck, and the estimate is free, obligation-free and spells out what the price covers.
(407) 358-0192- Based in
- Apopka, FL 32712
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 6 AM–11 PM, Sat–Sun: 8 AM–9 PM
What happens after you call us about a pool deck in Apopka?
From your first call to the final look at the finished deck, here's how a pool deck job runs with us and who you'll be talking to along the way.
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Call or send us a message
Reach us at (407) 358-0192 or through the form, and we'll set up a visit. It helps to have the deck's rough size, any cracks you've noticed and a finish you like in mind.
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I come out and measure
I look at the deck, measure and ask a lot of questions about how you use the pool. Then I put together an estimate that spells out what's in it, so you can see whether you're paying for a coating, crack repair or a full pour.
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We handle permits, prep and pour
Once you say go, we sort out the permit question, prep the ground and pour or coat. The deck then needs its cure time before you're out on it.
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We walk the deck together
When it's done, we walk through the finished job with you. That's your chance to ask about anything you see and how the finish will look as it ages.
Why Apopka homeowners call Custom Apopka Concrete for pool decks
On a pool deck you live with the finish every day and the base for years, so both deserve a real look before anyone quotes you a number. Tell us about your deck and I'll come out to see it.
I come out, our crew pours
I usually come out myself to look at your deck and talk it through, and our own crew does the work. You get your answers from the person who measured the job, not from someone reading notes.
Flatwork with real ground prep
We've been in business since 2021, and flatwork like driveways, patios and slabs, with the ground prep done properly, is what we're known for. A pool deck is flatwork, so it gets the same attention to the part nobody sees once it's poured.
Licensed and fully insured in Florida
We're licensed and fully insured on every job we take. Florida law requires a contractor to be licensed in the state and to list license numbers on permits and contracts, so it's fair to ask to see it before you sign anything.
Pool deck permits and jobs around Apopka
The City of Apopka issues building permits, which is its go-ahead to start a construction project, and its Building Official or inspectors can fine an owner or stop the work when a required permit gets skipped. The city also notes that many lenders want a final inspection and approval from its Building-Safety Department before they release funds, so permit records can come up later when you sell or refinance. Whether your deck needs a permit depends on the job, and I'll tell you plainly that it's the building office's call, not mine, so before we start we check with the city or county building office that covers your address and keep you posted along the way.
We're based in Apopka and work in the cities around it across the Orlando area, and pool deck calls sound a lot alike from place to place. Most are about a grey deck that's too hot by afternoon or a worn top that's gone slick, and we hear the same thing on jobs in Ocoee and Winter Garden, so every job starts with the same close look at what's already there.
Questions about pool decks in Apopka
Which pool deck finish is the least slippery and stays coolest in the Florida sun?
Exposed aggregate with light stone, or a broom finish tinted a light sand or buff color, gives you good grip and a cooler surface, as the finishes above lay out. Before you pick a color, notice which way your deck faces, because smooth grey concrete soaks up heat hard on south-facing decks.
How long does it take to resurface a pool deck compared to pouring a new one?
One national finish guide puts a coating at 1 to 2 days to apply, versus 5 to 7 days for a full pour. That speed only helps if your deck is solid, because a deck with cracks that are still moving needs repair first, as the signs above explain.
How much does a concrete pool deck cost around Orlando?
Installing a concrete pool deck in the Orlando area usually costs about $6 to $10 per square foot, and that's the going rate around here, not our quote. Where your deck lands depends on its size, coating versus new pour, any crack repair and the finish you pick, and our estimate spells out exactly what the price covers.
How do I apply for a building permit in Apopka?
You apply for an Apopka building permit through the city's online OpenGov portal. If we're doing your pool deck, you don't need to file it yourself, as the next answer explains.
Should I pull the permit for my pool deck myself or let the contractor do it?
Let the licensed contractor pull it, because Florida's owner-builder disclosure says an owner who pulls the permit becomes the responsible party of record. Hiring a licensed contractor to file it in their own name can protect you from potential financial risk, and when a permit is needed on our jobs, we file it as the licensed contractor.
What is the best way to keep a stamped concrete pool deck from being slippery?
Seal it with a sealer that has a non-slip additive mixed in, which one finish guide says a stamped pool deck must have because the stamped texture alone gives too little grip. If you like the look, we'll talk it through on the visit, and our stamped concrete page covers the patterns.
Concrete work that often goes with a pool deck
Getting from the house to the water often means a drop at the door, and steps poured to match the deck keep that walk solid underfoot.
A pool house, pump shed or covered spot for gear beside the deck needs its own slab with a packed base, planned before the deck goes in.
Cities we pour pool decks in around Apopka
Custom Apopka Concrete is based in Apopka, FL, and works in the cities around it across the Orlando area. The 12 cities below have their own pages, including Ocoee and Winter Garden, and we take jobs in other cities nearby too.
Send us your pool deck's size and condition
If I know the size, any cracks and the finish you're leaning toward before I come out, I can bring the right samples and spend the visit on your questions.
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