Concrete Pool Decks in Seattle: Planning Your Quote
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Planning a new or replacement concrete pool deck in Seattle? Here’s what keeps it safe and dry, typical cost ranges, and what we need to quote it.
- Slip-resistant texture and sealer
- Deck sloped away from the pool
- Coping and expansion joints planned in
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Concrete Pool Decks for Seattle properties
A pool deck has two jobs: grip under wet bare feet, and move water away from the pool. In the Seattle area there’s an extra one: dry out between rains so moss and algae don’t take over. Finish texture, slope and drains decide how a deck performs far more than the pattern you pick.
Craftsman bungalows, Tudors, and mid-century houses with original concrete are common, alongside new townhomes and backyard cottages (DADUs) that need new slabs and walks. We work across Ballard, Wallingford, Queen Anne, Magnolia, Capitol Hill, Beacon Hill, West Seattle, Rainier Valley, Lake City and Northgate.
New pool surrounds
Decks around new pools, poured after the shell and coping are set.
Replacing old decks
Cracked, heaved or slippery decks around existing pools.
Hot tub pads
Level, reinforced pads for spas and hot tubs.
Seattle conditions that affect your pool deck
Yards and access
Back yards are often small, shaded, and reached through a narrow side yard or alley. Concrete sometimes has to be pumped or wheeled in, which affects the schedule and the price.
Rain and drainage
Long rainy seasons mean water management decides how long concrete lasts: slope away from the house, joints that drain, and somewhere for downspout water to go.
Tree roots
Mature street trees lift sidewalk panels and driveway aprons all over the older neighborhoods. Cutting roots is regulated; SDOT’s urban forestry staff get involved when a street tree is near the work.
Details that help us price your pool deck in Seattle
You don’t need answers to all of these. They’re the questions that shape the design and the price.
Pool type
In-ground, existing or new, and the coping material.
Deck size
Rough square footage or a sketch.
Existing deck
Photos of cracks, heaves and where water sits.
Shade
Trees and shade affect moss and drying.
Finish
Broom, aggregate, stamped or a coating.
Access
Gate width and route to the back yard.
Options to talk through
| Finish | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Broom | Budget decks with good grip | Plain look; reliable traction |
| Exposed aggregate | Wet climates and lots of foot traffic | Grippy; can feel rough on bare feet if coarse |
| Stamped | A stone look around the water | Needs grit-additive sealer |
| Textured coatings | Cooler, softer surface on sound concrete | Depends on the product and upkeep |
Permits for concrete pool decks in Seattle
In Seattle, adding or replacing 750 sq ft or more of paving generally needs an SDCI grading permit. Smaller patios and walks often don’t. Anything in the sidewalk, planting strip, curb or driveway apron is right-of-way work that needs an SDOT permit. Check SDCI’s permit guide for your address.
Planning a pool deck in Seattle?
Call to talk it through, or send a few details and photos.
What concrete pool decks typically cost in the Seattle area
Ballpark numbers help you plan a budget before anyone visits. Use them as a starting point, not a promise.
| Pool deck | Typical installed range |
|---|---|
| Concrete pool deck, by finish | $14–$28 per sq ft |
| Exposed aggregate or stamped | $20–$30+ per sq ft |
| Decks with drainage, curves, coping and decorative work | $18–$35+ per sq ft |
Typical market ranges, not a quote from Seattle Concrete Contractors. These are ranges other Seattle-area concrete contractors publish for this work (Cloud Concrete Seattle (2026 pool deck cost guide) and Bellevue Concrete Contractors FAQ, checked November 2026). Your price depends on size, access, removal, base work, finish and permits, and on conditions at your Seattle property. We give a written quote after we understand the job.
Concrete Pool Decks in Seattle: quick answers
What’s the best pool deck finish for a rainy climate?
Broom or exposed aggregate with a non-slick sealer. Stamped works with a grit additive in the sealer.
How much does a concrete pool deck cost?
Other Seattle-area contractors publish about $14–$28 per sq ft depending on finish, and $18–$35+ for complex decks with drainage, curves and coping.
Can my old pool deck be resurfaced?
If it’s sound and not heaving, an overlay or coating may work. Cracked, sunken decks usually need replacement.
Do I need a permit for concrete work in Seattle?
It depends on the job. SDCI generally requires a grading permit when you add or replace 750 sq ft or more of paving, and walls taller than 4 ft measured from the bottom of the footing need a permit. Anything in the sidewalk, planting strip or driveway apron is right-of-way work that goes through SDOT.
Learn more about concrete pool decks
See the full concrete pool decks guide, or all concrete services in Seattle.
Tell us about your project
A few photos and rough measurements are enough to start. If you’re not sure what the job needs, describe the problem and we’ll talk it through.
Call (206) 566-0528 or use the quote form at the top of this page.
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