Pool Coping Coming Loose

W.J.Christy

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Feb 17, 2022
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Houston, Texas
Pool Size
12000
Surface
Plaster
Chlorine
Salt Water Generator
SWG Type
Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
Hi all, Its been a bit since I have last posted.

Since my last posting, a significant portion of the coping did not adhere to the bond beam on the raised section along the back wall. The pool is now 4 years old and the tile work is out of warranty. I have contacted the builder and asked if there is anything they can/will do since the this looks like the mortar bed was not properly prepared and the tiles not properly set, but I don't have high hopes for any resolution out of them.

One thing i do note, is how deep the mortar bed is. I am not used to seeing mortar that thick and am of the opinion its part of why the coping didn't adhere well.


If I have to go the DIY repair route, what are the steps and materials I should take/purchase to reattach the coping to the bond beam?
 

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Thank you both for the replies. I was able to contact another company and they can get the work started this week weather permitting. What should i look for when they are repairing the coping?
 
The old mortar should be completely removed, it’s not good practice to have two different mortar bases (mixed and dried at different times).
The coping face that will come in contact with the mortar should be rough (I have seen crews cut slots on the bottom side to accommodate the mortar for more surface contact.
The coping should be properly hydrated prior to installing, the mortar needs hydration at this contact point.