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Serving Sherman, TX and surrounding areas. (903) 294-5759
Sherman ConcreteCompany
Sherman Concrete
Sherman's clay soil and triple-digit summers are hard on pool decks. We build surfaces that drain properly, grip wet feet, and hold up through Texas weather without cracking after one season.
Concrete pool decks in Sherman, TX are formed, poured, and finished around your existing pool shell - most residential jobs covering 600 to 1,000 square feet take one to three days of active work, with the surface ready for light foot traffic after about 48 hours and full use within a month as the concrete reaches full strength.
If your current deck is cracked, slippery, or just worn out, the cause is almost always the same story: the ground underneath has been moving, and the surface has not been sealed or maintained regularly enough to handle Sherman's combination of summer UV, pool chemicals, and winter freeze cycles. Getting it right starts with proper base preparation and slope - not just a fresh pour on top of a compromised base.
Many homeowners pair a new pool deck with concrete patio construction to create a continuous outdoor living area. We can design both surfaces to drain together and match in finish, so the whole backyard looks and functions as one cohesive space.
Cracks wider than a thin hairline - especially ones that have grown or shifted over time - mean the ground beneath has moved. In Sherman, this is almost always related to clay soil expanding and contracting through wet and dry seasons. Small cracks become serious problems when water enters and the next freeze widens them further.
After a rain, walk around your pool and look for spots where water sits instead of draining away. Standing water near the pool shell damages the structure over time and creates a slip hazard every time someone steps out. This is a drainage problem built in from the start, or one that developed as the deck settled unevenly.
If the deck feels crumbly or small pieces come loose underfoot, the top layer of concrete has started to deteriorate. Sherman's intense summer UV and occasional hard freezes break down surface concrete quickly on decks that have not been sealed or resealed. Once the surface starts to go, it tends to accelerate.
A lip between two sections of deck - even a small one - means the slabs have shifted. This is very common in Sherman's clay-heavy soil and is a tripping hazard that gets worse over time. A lifted edge that catches a wet foot is one of the most common causes of pool-area injuries, and patching alone will not fix a base that is still moving.
We handle the full project from demolition to sealing. That means breaking out any old concrete, grading the base for proper drainage slope, setting forms, pouring a reinforced slab, and finishing to the texture you choose. Every deck is sloped slightly away from the pool shell - typically about a quarter inch per foot - so water drains off instead of sitting against the structure. We also build concrete steps leading down to the pool area from decks or raised patios, with matching finish and the same attention to grip and drainage.
If your existing deck is structurally sound but looks worn, an overlay may be a cost-effective alternative to full replacement. We are honest about which approach makes sense after looking at your specific situation - an overlay on a compromised base will show the same problems within a few years. We will tell you that upfront rather than after you have paid.
The most practical and popular choice - a brushed surface gives wet feet real grip and holds up through Sherman's summer heat without requiring extra maintenance.
Ideal for homeowners who want the look of travertine or stone at a lower cost - patterns pressed into the surface before it sets, sealed to protect against pool chemicals and UV.
Reveals the natural stone in the concrete mix for a textured, slip-resistant surface that complements outdoor landscaping and holds color well over time.
A cost-effective option when the existing deck is structurally sound but looks worn - a new layer bonds to the old surface and can be finished to match any style.
Sherman sits on a belt of expansive clay soil that swells with every rain and pulls back during dry spells - and that constant movement is the main reason pool decks in this area crack faster than in other parts of Texas. Sherman summers also regularly push above 100 degrees, which means concrete that is poured or scheduled carelessly dries too fast before it fully hardens, setting up surface cracks from the start. An experienced local contractor accounts for both the soil and the weather before a single yard of concrete is mixed.
Homeowners in Denison and throughout Sherman face the same Texoma region freeze-thaw cycles that stress pool deck surfaces each winter. Sealing is not optional here - it is what keeps moisture from entering small surface cracks, freezing, and widening them into the kind of damage that eventually requires full replacement. We include sealer application as a standard step in every pool deck project.
Reach out and we respond within one business day. We ask a few quick questions about your pool area and finish preferences - no phone estimates that fall apart once we see the site.
We walk the pool area, check drainage, look at any existing concrete, and take measurements. You get a written estimate covering all the work - demolition, grading, pour, finish, and sealer - before you commit to anything.
Once you approve the estimate, we handle the City of Sherman permit process. Permitted work is inspected, which protects your home's record. We schedule around the forecast to protect the pour - spring and fall are ideal, but we work year-round.
We remove old concrete if needed, grade the base for proper drainage, pour, and finish to your chosen texture. After the concrete cures, we apply a sealer to protect the surface from Sherman's sun, pool chemicals, and winter moisture. We walk the finished deck with you before we leave.
We respond within one business day. No obligation, no pressure - just a straight answer and a written estimate after we see your yard.
Grayson County clay swells with every rain and shrinks during dry spells - that movement is what cracks most pool decks in this area. We prepare the base specifically for local soil conditions so the deck has the support it needs to stay flat through the seasons.
We pull the City of Sherman permit before any crew shows up. That means the work is inspected and on record - which matters if you sell your home, file an insurance claim, or simply want confirmation the job was done to local standards.
The area around a pool is one of the most slip-prone spots in any backyard. We finish every deck with a texture that gives wet feet real grip - broom, exposed aggregate, or stamped - so your kids and guests can move around without you holding your breath.
You get a written estimate before we start. If something unexpected turns up during demo or prep, we tell you before we proceed. The number you agreed to is the number you pay - no additions tacked on at the end.
The right pool deck is not just about how it looks on day one - it is about whether it is still flat, sealed, and safe five Texas summers from now. That starts with how the base is prepared and ends with the sealer we apply before we leave. The National Swimming Pool Foundation recognizes non-slip deck surfaces as a core pool safety standard - we take that seriously on every job.
Add or replace the steps leading down to your pool area with a finish and slope that match your new deck.
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Learn MoreSpring and fall book fast in Sherman - reach out now for a free on-site estimate and hold your spot on the calendar.