Kenridge pool owners often notice the problem at the skimmer first. The water sits lower every week, the auto top up keeps running, and the bill creeps up. Sometimes the cause is a cracked, porous surface. Sometimes it is a pipe. Our team finds out which, then fixes it, and for worn concrete and marbelite pools that fix is usually fibreglass pool relining.
Losing Water? Start Before Pool Relining
A new lining seals the shell. It does nothing for a leaking return line or a cracked skimmer box. So when a Kenridge owner tells us the level is dropping, we may suggest leak detection for marbelite and gunite pools before we quote. Knowing where the water goes saves you from paying for the wrong repair.
If the shell is the culprit, relining is the long term answer. Patching individual cracks with filler tends to buy a season or two before new ones appear. A continuous lining over repaired cracks covers the whole surface at once, so you are not chasing the next leak every summer.
What Fibreglass Pool Relining Does for Kenridge Homes
Kenridge is a hilly part of greater Durbanville, and many homes here have older pools with their original surface. Hot dry summers and clay soils that move with the seasons are hard on old marbelite. Over time it pits, cracks and turns porous.
Relining bonds a reinforced fibreglass layer to the existing concrete, gunite or marbelite and finishes it with a gelcoat. You get:
- A smooth, non-porous surface that is kind to bare feet
- Less for algae to cling to, so usually fewer chemicals and less brushing
- A sealed shell over properly repaired cracks
- A lining that lasts 15 to 25 years with proper care
The Kenridge Fibreglass Pool Relining Process
Drain and dry. The pool is emptied and the shell left to dry.
Prepare. We grind and sand away loose marbelite, old paint and contamination.
Repair. Cracks are opened up, filled and reinforced.
Line. The shell is primed, then the fibreglass layers are laminated on.
Finish. Gelcoat goes over the top in your chosen colour, and once cured we refill.
The work takes 5 to 10 working days in most cases. Pool size and the weather make the difference.
Fibreglass Pool or Marbelite in Kenridge?
We do both. A structurally sound pool with only surface wear can be a good candidate for fresh marbelite. A pool with repeat cracking, stubborn algae or a history of failed coatings is usually better off with fibreglass. We tell you what we see and why. Some owners also ask about painting. Paint is cheaper up front, but on an old porous surface it usually flakes within a few seasons, so we only suggest it where it genuinely makes sense.
Pool Relining Prices for Kenridge
The cost depends on pool size, shape, condition and access to the yard. Read our Cape Town relining price guide for 2026 for the factors that matter. We give a written quote after a site visit.
Kenridge Fibreglass Pool FAQ
Can fibreglass pool lining go straight over old marbelite?
Yes, after draining, grinding, crack repair and priming. The preparation is what lets the lining bond properly to the old surface.
How soon can we swim after pool relining?
Once the gelcoat has cured and the pool is refilled and balanced. The full job is usually 5 to 10 working days.
Is the fibreglass pool work guaranteed?
We guarantee fibreglass lining and repair work for up to 5 years, depending on the project.
Do you work in Durbanville too, near my fibreglass pool in Kenridge?
Yes. See our fibreglass relining page for Durbanville. We also do pump and filter repairs.
Arrange Fibreglass Pool Relining in Kenridge
Call or WhatsApp 074 378 6623, email info@poolsreno.co.za, or reach us through the Pools Reno contact page. Tell us if the level is dropping, and we will plan the visit around that.
