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Call Now | 519-652-7665 | Custom LeisureScapes: London & Stratford Ontario’s pool, hot tub, and swim spa experts.
If your backyard pool is looking a little tired, losing water, or showing its age, the culprit is often the vinyl liner. For homeowners in London, Stratford, and St. Thomas, a fresh liner is the fastest way to completely revitalize your backyard oasis without the headache of a full renovation.
At Custom LeisureScapes, we specialize in precision liner installations that breathe new life into older pools. If you are wondering whether it is time for an upgrade, here is a complete breakdown of the costs, the replacement timeline, and what you can expect from the process.
Vinyl liners are incredibly durable, but they do not last forever. Most well-maintained liners in Southwestern Ontario have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years. You likely need a replacement if you notice:
Persistent Leaks: If you are constantly topping up your water level (beyond normal evaporation), a tear or brittle seam is usually to blame.
Severe Fading and Staining: Years of UV exposure and chemical use will eventually bleach vibrant patterns, leaving your pool looking dull and uninviting.
Wrinkling or Slipping: When a liner loses its elasticity, it can stretch, wrinkle, or slip out of the coping track at the top of the pool wall.
Budgeting for a liner replacement involves more than just the vinyl itself. The total investment depends on a few key factors specific to your property.
Size and Shape: A standard rectangular pool will be more cost-effective to fit than a custom freeform or L-shaped design, which requires highly complex 3D measuring.
Underground Repairs: When we remove the old liner, we inspect the pool base (vermiculite or grout) and the steel or polymer walls. Minor patching and smoothing are often required to ensure your new liner sits perfectly flush and is protected from underlying damage.
The Average Investment: For most residential pools in our area, a complete professional replacement—including custom measurement, minor base repair, the premium liner, and installation—typically ranges from $4,500 to $7,500.
Timing is everything. Because our spring and summer schedules fill up fast, we highly recommend initiating the process early in the season or even the fall prior.
Measurement and Ordering (1-2 Weeks): Every pool shifts slightly over time. We never rely on original specs; our team takes exact, localized measurements to ensure a glove-like fit before ordering.
Manufacturing (2-4 Weeks): Your liner is custom-manufactured to your pool’s exact current dimensions.
Installation Day (1-2 Days): Once the liner arrives, the actual installation is remarkably fast. We drain the pool, remove the old vinyl, prep the base, drop the new liner in, and use industrial vacuums to lock it perfectly into place while the water fills.
When you are making a long-term investment in your backyard, quality matters. That is why we exclusively measure and install Highbury Pool Liners. Known for their exceptional durability and stunning, modern patterns, Highbury liners are designed to withstand our harsh winter freezes and hot summer sun, ensuring your pool looks beautiful for years to come.
