Close-up of blue square mosaic tiles along a pool waterline, reflected in the water below

Pool Tile Repair and Replacement in Pinellas County

A free referral service connecting Pinellas homeowners with licensed pool contractors.

Cracked, loose or crusty tile at the waterline? You can fix a few tiles or replace the whole band.

Repair a few tiles or replace the band?

Tile at the waterline is often called waterline tile or perimeter tile. Here's how to think about it.

ChooseWhen it makes sense
RepairA few loose or cracked tiles, and the rest look good.
ReplaceLots of failed tiles, heavy buildup, or you want a new look.
Close-up of a spa edge trimmed with blue patterned ceramic tile beside the smooth turquoise floor of a pool

Waterline buildup and Pinellas water

Pinellas County Utilities water averaged 217 ppm total hardness in 2025. St. Petersburg's averaged 158 mg/L. See local water by utility.

Doing tile with a resurface

Planning a resurface or remodel? Ask if the tile can be done in the same job.

Check any contractor's license on the state's license search before work starts.

What pool tile work costs depends on

Pinellas price ranges coming soon from our local contractor survey.

Your exact price comes from the contractor after they see your pool. Size, finish, repairs and tile all change the total.

What changes the price

  • Length of the tile line
  • The tile you choose
  • Repairs behind the old tile
  • Whether the pool must be drained
  • Whether it is done with a resurface

Pair tile work with these jobs

Pool resurfacing

A fresh finish for a rough, stained or worn pool. Also called replastering.

Coping replacement

New caps or stones along the top edge of your pool.

Get a quote for your pool tile

Tell us about your pool. Your request comes to us. We refer it to a Florida-licensed pool contractor.

Sources
  1. Florida DBPR, License Search
  2. Pinellas County Utilities, 2025 Water Quality Report
  3. City of St. Petersburg, 2025 Water Quality Report
  4. National Plasterers Council, Glossary
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