Cracked pool that won’t hold water, or structural damage getting worse? Trademen Pools diagnoses and repairs it properly in Midrand — no quick patches, no comebacks.
We work right across Midrand — from Halfway House, Noordwyk, Vorna Valley, Carlswald, Kyalami and Waterfall — restoring pools to a smooth, watertight, lasting finish. Midrand’s rapid estate development means many pools are newer, but fast builds sometimes leave shells and plumbing that need early attention.
From leaks and cracks to pumps, finishes and fittings, we’re a single point of call for pool repairs — we diagnose the real problem and fix it properly.
Because we work across Midrand regularly — modern estates such as Carlswald, Kyalami and Waterfall — we know what these pools need and quote accordingly.
Same-day callouts available. Call 081 537 0757 now and we’ll get someone out to look at the damage.
Leaking or cracked pool? We diagnose and fix it today
- Structural cracks — often linked to ground movement, fixed back to full strength
- Surface crazing — fine cracks sealed before they spread
- Leaking cracks — traced, opened up and rebuilt watertight
- Movement & settlement damage — assessed for the underlying cause
- One contractor for leaks, cracks, finishes, pumps and fittings
Signs your pool needs a repair, not just a top-up
A pool that’s just lost a little water to evaporation is normal. These are the signs that point to a real repair:
- Water level dropping faster than evaporation can explain
- Damp patches or wet paving around the pool apron
- Visible cracks, spider cracks or crazing on the shell or coping
- Stains, chalkiness or a rough patch on the marbelite finish
- A pump that’s straining, losing prime, or running dry
Cost & timeline
Cost depends on the number and severity of cracks and the finish involved. We diagnose first and quote on what’s actually needed. Either way, you get a clear, fair price for the work in Midrand — no surprises.
The main factors that move the price:
- Pool size and shape
- Number and severity of the cracks
- Whether the finish is marbelite or fibreglass
- Accessibility of the pool for equipment
- Age of the shell and general condition
As a benchmark, a full re-marbelite on a 6x4m pool runs at around R18,000, and a full refibreglass on the same size pool is around R25,000 — both typically completed in three to five days once the repair itself is done. If your crack repair only needs a patch and blend rather than a full refinish, the cost is lower.
How we repair pool cracks
- Inspect and pressure-test to find every crack and its cause
- V-cut structural cracks and clean them out fully
- Rebuild with the correct repair system for the shell type
- Reinstate the surface finish over the repair
- Refill, balance and confirm the pool holds water
A lasting crack repair starts with the cause. We check for the ground movement or structural issue behind the crack, so the fix doesn’t simply reopen a season later. Once the shell is rebuilt, it’s left to cure properly before any finish goes back over it — rushing this step is exactly how a patch fails and a homeowner ends up paying twice.
This is also why a quick DIY patch or a bargain quick-fix rarely holds: without finding what caused the crack, and without curing time before refinishing, the same crack tends to come back.
What else we repair — pumps, filters, plumbing and fittings
Cracks are only part of the picture. As a full in-house team, we handle:
- Pump repair and replacement
- Sand filter servicing and repair
- Electrical distribution board and timer faults
- Weir, aim-flow and LED light reconnection or replacement
- 50mm PVC suction and return piping repairs
- Marbelite finish repair
- Fibreglass finish repair
Repairs backed by real guarantees
We stand behind the work with guarantees on the major elements of a repair:
- Five years on remarbelite
- Five years on refibreglass
- Ten years on the concrete shell
- One year on piping
All guarantees are honoured for normal wear and defects in the work. They don’t cover damage from natural causes such as extreme weather, or from human interference — for example, walking on a finish before it’s cured.
Why Midrand homeowners choose Trademen Pools for repairs
- Trading since 2013, with a team of up to 20 people depending on the season
- Everything handled in-house — we have our own experts for every part of the job, nothing subcontracted out
- Same-day or next-day response on repair callouts, depending on how busy we are
- A 4.9/5 Google rating from Gauteng homeowners
- Ongoing maintenance contracts available once your pool is repaired, so it stays that way
Other pool services in Midrand
As a full-service team, we can also take care of:
- Heated Swimming Pools in Midrand
- Fiberglass Swimming Pool Repair in Midrand
- Marbelite Finish Repair in Midrand
Swimming Pool Repair FAQs — Midrand
Why does my pool keep cracking?
Usually ground movement, settlement or an underlying structural issue. We find the cause first, so the repair lasts.
Can a cracked pool be saved, or must it be rebuilt?
The large majority of cracked pools can be repaired. We’ll tell you honestly if a rebuild is the better long-term option.
Will the repair be visible?
We reinstate the surface finish over the repair so it blends in as closely as possible.
Ready to get your Midrand pool fixed?
We'll diagnose the problem and give you a fair quote — call us today for a same-day or next-day inspection.