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Cracked, leaking pool repair & renovation, Torremolinos

This stunning villa in Los Alamos, Torremolinos, Malaga, was built around 12 years ago, the pool forms part of the construction of the house.

It is unique in the fact that the swimming pool goes under the house and uses a combination of colours to give contrast between the different zones of the pool.

The swimming pool suffered from structural cracking in the walls. The cracks had been “repaired” several times. Non of these repairs to the cracks were successful and the swimming pool continued to leak. In addition, the repairs looked awful, because the tiles were different. This is a problem we see many times, crack repairs that just don’t work and are repeated year after year, costing wasted time and money. The water from the pool was leaking into the apartment under the house, causing problems.

The solution for this leaking swimming pool is clear. Install a Renolit AlkorPlan liner. Guaranteed to be waterproof. The reinforcing in the liner ensures that the movement in the pool structure will not cause problems-

The finish chosen was a combination of grey colours. The main colour is the stunning new Renolit AlkorPlan Ceramics ETNA. For the back wall of the pool, we used Renolit TOUCH Elegance, which is a very dark grey, almost black. The pillars and treads on the steps are also Renolit TOUCH, but the from the Elegance range. The Renolit TOUCH range emulates natural stone, with 3D texture. The Ceramics liner also has a 3D pattern and from a few centimetres away, it is indistinguishable from tiles.

As you can see from the photos of this pool, even though the finish is grey, the pool is a beautiful turquoise colour when full of water.

Ceramics and Touch liners are just over 2mm thick.

In this pool, the lights, jets, skimmers and drain all have to be adapted to be compatible with the installation of the reinforced pool liner. Where the liner meets these fittings, it is attached with stainless screws and gaskets to ensure that the pool is waterproof. The new lights are par56 white LED to reduce running costs.

If your swimming pool is leaking or you would like to reform it, contact us today to see what we can do for you. Works such as this are best planned at the end of summer, not left until 2 weeks before the guests arrive!

Building steps in a pool

Renolit ETNA Ceramics pool liner

Cracked swimming pool repair, Torremolinos

Cracked pool repair, Torremolinos. Renolit Liner installation

Installation of pool lining, Malaga. Cracked pool renovation

Modern villa pool lining. Grey ceramics liner

Leaking pool renovation

Swimming pool renovation, Malaga

We install swimming pool liners throughout mainland Spain and Portugal. We can install on the islands by request. Commercial, hotel and urbanisation swimming pool liners are no problem for our installation teams. Renovations to community pools can only normally be carried out in WINTER unless by prior arrangement.

We work almost exclusively with Renolit AlkorPlan, as it is the industry leader, but can also work with cefil pool, elbe blue line, flag pool

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Cracked & Leaking Pool repair and renovation, Sotogrande, Cadiz

Cracked & Leaking Pool repair and renovation, Sotogrande, Cadiz. The urbanisation of Sotogrande Alto is one of the most prestigious in Southern Spain, located near the popular Valderama golf and the town of Guadiaro and Castellar de la Frontera.

This is one of the most flawed pools that we have seen in a long time. The list of places that the pool was leaking from is quite comprehensive, considering that it is only 4 years old. We couldn’t believe that it held water, the maintenance team told us that the pool was using 30,000 litres of water per week. The water bills must have been in the thousands, as the hose filling it had to be left running constantly.

The first leak diagnosed was from the swimming pools hoover point. All of the pipes were bunched together and laid on top of building rubble. As the ground settled, a sharp point from a rock broke the pipe. Once the pipe started leaking, the tree roots worked their way into the area, making the leak worse. A local repair was almost impossible as all 4 pool pipes were touching each other, had 3 electrical pipes and 2 water pipes running along side and above. There simply was no space to make a repair, without cutting all the pipes. The solution was to make a bypass with new lengths of pipe.

The second leak was a broken skimmer. The pipe entering the bottom of the skimmer had cracked, again caused by the poor ground works, causing the soil to settle and put pressure on the pipe.

A third leak was found in the drain of the pool. The PVC fitting in the base of the pool was broken, allowing ground water to come up through it with the pool empty and allowing the pool to leak when full!

The fourth and most significant leak was from a crack running across the shallow end of the pool. Leaks in the plumbing can be repaired, but structural problems need a permanent solution.

On top of all of these problems, it was discovered that the pool structure was made using only 120mm of concrete, which was not very hard and had little steel in it for reinforcing. This explains why the pool had cracked.

Once the leaks in the pool’s pipes had been diagnosed and repaired, we could tackle the structure. We installed a Renolit AlkorPlan liner in Persia Blue. The structure is guaranteed to be leak free.

LED AstralPool par 56 lamps were the finishing touch, significantly reducing energy consumption.

Reinforced swimming pool liner, Sotogrande Alto, Cadiz

Renolit AlkorPlan 3000 used for pool renovation, San Roque, Cadiz

Complete Swimming Pool Reform, Sotogrande, Cadiz

Swimming Pool repairs, Sotogrande, San Roque

Cracked, Leaking Pool, Sotogrande, San Roque, Cadiz

Installation of AlkorPlan Pool Lining, Sotogrande, San Roque, Cadiz

Structural Cracks in Swimming Pool Structure, San Roque, Sotogrande, Cadiz

Leaking Pool Structure. Cracked concrete in need of repair

Cracked Swimming Pool Repaired with liner, Girona, nr Barcelona

This swimming pool is built on a sloping plot of land and it appears that some of the foundations were built on land that had been built up. As the ground settled, the foundations of the pool moved and the pool cracked.

This is quite a common problem. In this case the major movement happened a few years after the pool was built. The cracks in the pool are leaking, letting water run out into the ground around the pool. If this kind of leak is not stopped quickly, the results can be catastrophic. As the water trickles out it washes the earth away, which in turn aggravates the movement. As the pool moves more, the cracks can become bigger and so on. It is a vicious circle.

By installing a reinforced swimming pool liner or membrane from the Renolit AlkorPlan range, the pool is guaranteed to be free from structural leaks. By halting the pool leaks, the structure is unlikely to move more as there will be no water washing out the foundations. The pool also looks great, as the reinforced liner is a fantastic cosmetic finish and is used for fast renovations of both domestic and commercial pools.

This swimming pool uses the popular Renolit AlkorPlan 3000 liner in Persia Blue. This lining is the one that best emulates the original tiled finish. It’s pattern is carefully designed to disguise blemishes in the pool construction, such as the walls not being completely straight or plumb. With the liner, broken or missing tiles are a thing of the past.

We have a wide variety of colours and finishes available, even natural stone effect.

If your pool is in need of a cosmetic renovation or is suffering from cracks, leaks or other structural problems, contact us today to see what we can do for your pool.

Repair earthquake damaged pool, Sierrazuela, Fuengirola, Malaga

Our Norwegian clients have owned this house in Fuengirola, Malaga for many years and the pool has had several repairs made to cracks in the structure. Typically none of these repairs had been successful, with the cracks reappearing. This is expensive, both in the wasted labour and water to refill the pool after each repair.

The problems with this pool cracking and leaking finally got to the point that something had to be done after there was an earthquake in the area. This earthquake caused minor damage to many houses in the Mijas area. After the earthquake hit, the cracks in the pool opened again and water could be seen coming out of the wall at the back of the pool.

The owner chose Renolit AlkorPlan liner as the solution for a couple of reasons. The first is the guarantee of waterproofing from the manufacturer. The second reason was that the pool was due to be renovated, so the installation of the Persia Sand liner was a good cosmetic choice. The final reason was that the clients’ brother has a house in the North of Italy, where earthquakes are common. His liner is over 15 years old and still looking good, so our client was more than confident in the manufacturers claims of durability and the 10 year warranty.

With this pool, the first step was to change the fittings, such as the skimmer, jets and drain to be liner comapitible. Then we installed the liner, which is Renolit AlkorPlan 3000 in Persia Sand. This gives the water a beautiful turquoise colour. For the non slip finish on the steps, we used “Touch” range, which looks and feels like natural stone.

We are very proud of the results here and more importantly, our client is very happy!

We install in all of Spain and Portugal, so if you would like a quote for works to your pool, do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Installation of Liner, Fuengirola, earthquake damaged pool, Malaga

Repair of cracked pool, earthquake damage. Fuengirola, Mijas, Malaga

Installation of new drain for leaking swimming pool, Fuengirola, Malaga

Renovation of swimming pool using AlkorPlan Reinforced Liner, Fuengirola, Mijas, Malaga

Cracked, Leaking Pool. Repairing cracks in the pool, using reinforced liner from Renolit

Broken swimming pool, after earthquake. Leaking through cracks

Swimming pool repair and reform in Fuengirola, Malaga

Complete swimming pool renovation and leak repair

one of the cracks running across the floor of the pool causing a leak

Swimming Pool Renovation Video, Monda nr Marbella, Malaga, Spain

Swimming Pool Renovation Monda, Marbella

The renovation of this swimming pool in Monda, between Coin and Marbella in the province of Malaga, Spain is now finished and looking fantastic, thanks to the PiscinaLiner team and the excellent products from the leading manufacturer, Renolit. The AlkorPlan lining system is the “best skin for your pool”.

In this pool there were several leaks. The skimmer pipes were both leaking from damaged pipework due to the ground subsiding. The subsidence had also caused the swimming pool to crack both horizontally and vertically at the shallow end of the pool.

The decision was made by the client to tackle all of the swimming pool’s leaks and cracks in one go over the winter and leave the pool looking brand new for the arrival of guests in the Spring.

The first thing repaired was the leaking pipes. The terrace had to be excavated and cut up to get access to the pipework. As stamped concrete is impossible to repair to match the rest of the terrace, we built a new area for sun loungers, using rustic tiles that are the same as other terraces and compliment the pool surround.

Inside the pool we changed the fittings to be compatible with the Renolit AlkorPlan liner and did cosmetic repair to the cracks. The inside of the pool was thoroughly cleaned and the top profile installed. After this the reinforced liner is installed. It comes in rolls and is cut and then heat welded onsite, giving a smooth easy care finish, with no regrouting needed. The best part is the 10 year warranty against leaks! True peace of mind for the homeowner, knowing that the pool is properly repaired.

The colour of this liner was Persia Blue from the Renolit Alkorplan 3000 range.

If your pool needs repair, contact us today to see how we can help.

Swimming Pool Renovation, Monda nr Marbella, Malaga, Spain

Swimming Pool Renovation Monda, Marbella

The decision was made by the client to tackle all of the swimming pool’s leaks and cracks in one go over the winter and leave the pool looking brand new for the arrival of guests in the Spring.

The colour of this liner was Persia Blue from the Renolit Alkorplan 3000 range.

If your pool needs repair, contact us today to see how we can help.

Renovated Pool Monda, near Marbella, Spain

Cracked Pool, Monda near Coin in need of repair

Leaking Pool, Monda. Between Coin and Marbella

Swimming Pool Renovation, Monda. Leaking pool repair

Swimming Pool Repairs, Monda, Spain. Here we are fitting new lights

Detail of finished pool, Monda. Lined using Renolit AlkorPlan 3000 in Persia Blue

Stunning views from this pool in Monda Spain

Renolit AlkorPlan 3000 reinforced liner in Persia Blue

Time Lapse video of the installation – http://www.piscinaliner.com/2017/11/03/swimming-pool-renovation-monda-nr-marbella-malaga-spain-2/

Repairs to cracked leaking swimming pool, Mojacar, Almeria

A cracked pool structure is the homeowners worst nightmare, but with our system the pool structure will be guaranteed leak free for 10 years!

This pool between Turre and Mojacar, Almeria, was a typical DIY build by the previous owner of the house, although it looked nice, the pool structure was leaking through cracks in the floor and wall. The cracks were caused because the pool was not built from materials of sufficient strength. The pool has been built from concrete blocks and the waterproof rendered and tiled.

The owner of this swimming pool had spent a lot of money in the past on unsuccessful and some unneeded repairs. Water is becoming a scarce resource in some areas, so the cost of water to constantly fill a leaking pool has to be considered. This client decided that after the Summer, in the autumn months he would repair it once, properly.

We have installed an AlkorPlan liner to both renovate and waterproof the swimming pools structure. In addition, for peace of mind, the plumbing has all been changed. Although the pipes were not leaking, the client felt that after 15 years it was preventative maintenance, especially considering the way that the ground can move here.

If your swimming pool has serious problems, contact us today to discuss the options. The best time of year to repair the pool is in the off season after Summer, this avoids disappointment and extra cost by scheduling pool repairs for a week before family or visitors are coming!

The reinforced pool membrane from Renolit is so strong and thick that it can be installed over imperfect surfaces such as tiles or painted pools, with the guarantee of water proofing from a multinational company.

Here are some pictures of the pool, but we also have made a timelapse video showing the installation –

Welding the liner to the top profile inside the pool

Leaking pool, Mojacar. Structure cracked. Liner being installed

Cracked pool structure, Almeria. Repaired with liner installation

Installation of new plumbing lines for leaking pool in Mojacar, Almeria

Installing the Renolit liner. Here the liner is being welded to the top profile

Persia Blue AlkorPlan 3000 being installed in Almeria

Heat welding the liner

Forming the liner around the pool steps, Mojacar nr Turre, Almeria

Persia Blue reinforced pool liner

RENOLIT AlkorPlan 3000 Almeria

Working on repairing the pool. Almeria

Pool Steps, Mojacar

“…. may I thank you for you and your installation team for the excellent and professional service.

The pool is now better than its ever been.

Best regards

Jim Chxxxxxs”

There are many more examples of the renovation of swimming pools and the installation of liners here on our blog page. We also have a video section showing installations.

Video of repairs to cracked leaking swimming pool, Mojacar, Almeria

A cracked pool structure is the homeowners worst nightmare, but with our system the pool structure will be guaranteed leak free for 10 years!

This pool in Mojacar, Almeria, was a typical DIY build by the previous owner of the house, although it looked nice, the pool structure was leaking through cracks in the floor and wall. The cracks were caused because the pool was not built from materials of sufficient strength. The pool has been built from concrete blocks and the waterproof rendered and tiled.

The owner of this swimming pool had spent a lot of money in the past on unsuccessful and some unneeded repairs. It is not just the cost of repairs to consider, there is added cost of the water by refilling or topping up the pool and the extra chlorine etc needed. He decided that after the Summer, in the autumn months he would repair it once, properly.

“…. may I thank you for you and your installation team for the excellent and professional service.

The pool is now better than its ever been.

Best regards

Jim Chxxxxxs”

Here we have a time lapse video showing the installation –

There are many more videos showing the renovation and installation of swimming pool liners in our videos section.

White Reinforced Pool Liner, Gaucin, Malaga

This swimming pool had had several failed attempts at making the structure waterproof. The structure of the pool is cracked and leaks, which is a common problem with swimming pools in areas like Gaucin, Malaga, where the ground is subject to movement and the swimming pools are mostly built on hillsides.

The last repair that the swimming pool had, was to spray it with a product called polyurea. Although this is a good product, it is expensive and needs to be painted afterwards. In the case of this swimming pool, the paint kept fading or peeling off, leaving the pool looking awful.

The reinforced pool membrane from Renolit’s AlkorPlan 2000 range is guaranteed to make the pool watertight and is designed and tested to cope with the pool chemicals. It is a smooth surface that needs little maintenance other than normal cleaning.

The installation of this swimming pool liner took our 3 man team around 15 hours to complete. Renovation of a swimming pool using our system is very quick with little mess and disruption.

The white swimming pool liner gives a beautiful blue turquoise colour of water.

White Pool Liner Gaucin, Malaga, Installed in Cracked Pool

Reinforced Pool Liner, Leaking Pool, Gaucin, Malaga

Pool Membrane, Gaucin, Malaga

Before Installation of Swimming Pool Liner to reform pool Gaucin

Swimming Pool Liner Installation, Benalmadena, Malaga

A perfect little swimming pool, forming part of the terrace of the house.

The swimming pool was constructed in the late 1980’s, but the concrete was not sufficiently reinforced and it suffered cracking throughout the floor and in the walls.

After many different repairs not working, such as stapling the cracks, epoxy injection, attempts at sealing with a type of mastic, the owners were left with no option other than to either reconstruct the pool from scratch, or install a liner.

Clearly, installing a pool liner is a much more cost effective solution than building a new pool.

Finally the pool has the optimum finish, the Renolit AlkorPlan 3000 reinforced liner, made to last and will guarantee that the pool remains waterproof for 10 years.

The Persia Sand liner choice perfectly suits the surroundings.

If your pool has structural problems or needs a new liner, it is best to plan the work in the off season. Even though the work only takes 1 to 2 days, there is still planning needed to arrange the installation. Repairs to the pool after summer can be scheduled with no rush, deadlines and less stress for our installation teams. Clients tend to leave repairs to the last minute and it is not always possible for us to fit in with the desired dates, or there can be unexpected delays in receiving materials and so on.