// Phase 1
Inspect What Exists
For a renovation we examine the pool shell, liner, coping, plumbing and equipment, and note anything in the yard that will affect the work.
Your Trusted Project Partner
Derry mixes older homes near downtown and in East Derry with newer neighborhoods and lake lots around Beaver Lake, and that variety shows up in the backyard. An older Derry pool may need a new liner, coping or equipment, while a lakeside property raises questions about the state shoreland rules. Mountainscapes covers both ends: we renovate existing pools, build new ones, and design the landscape and drainage around them. Tell us what bothers you most about your yard and we will start there, however small it is.
If you already own a pool that just needs care, we begin by checking the shell, liner, coping and plumbing. Then we tell you honestly whether a renovation makes sense or whether starting over is the better value for your money.
A planned update for an older pool, with surfaces, coping, steps, equipment and decking tackled in a sensible order.
Faded or leaking vinyl swapped for a custom-measured liner, with the floor and walls repaired underneath.
Change the layout of an existing pool with a tanning ledge, new steps, fresh tile or a resurfaced shell.
Cracked or loose coping stones reset or replaced before frost pushes them further out of line.
Spring startup and fall winterizing so lines, skimmers and equipment come through a Derry winter in good shape.
Overgrown beds, tired shrubs and patchy lawn cleared out and replanted around how you use the yard today.
Block, stone or boulder walls that hold back a slope and create flat ground for a patio or play area.
French drains, dry wells and downspout lines for soggy lawns and water that collects against the foundation.
It only takes 30 seconds.
Hear what our incredible customers have to say!
Chris installed a beautiful gunite pool for me. My kids love it and they cherish the day it gets opened. Chris did an amazing job designing the layout. He is a true artisan. I’ve been in business for 37 years and I’ve been around countless contractors. I highly recommend Mountainscapes.
I had the need for an emergency skimmer replacement during a pool deck replacement. Mountainscapes was the only company that got back to me and came right out and fixed things up to keep my project on schedule. Chris and his team were top notch. Highly recommended.
I have engaged Chris and his team on a number of landscape projects over the years. The pricing is good, the end result gorgeous, and Chris is always a pleasure to work with.
My experience having a pool installed was a great one! The owner Chris, worked with me to get exactly what I wanted. The team was friendly and very professional. I would highly recommend them!
Working with Chris and his team from MountainScapes was truly a pleasure building our pool this past year. Chris was a huge help working with the town on permitting and approvals (our town is notoriously difficult) and in helping us make our design dreams a reality.
...Today, one year post-completion, we are thrilled with the quality of MountainScapes' work. Chris, in particular, is something of a pool artist. It was truly worth it, but as homeowners you need to be prepared to be patient!
If you are considering an inground pool or any type of hardscape to your property, I would not recommend anyone other than Mountainscapes! Responsiveness, quality, professionalism!
Our Approach
Because we design and build gunite, fiberglass and vinyl liner pools, we understand what sits under the coping and behind the liner. That helps us diagnose an older Derry pool quickly and recommend a repair that lasts, rather than selling a bigger job than you need.
// All Services
From a new pool to a single drainage fix, these are the pool, landscape and site services available to Derry homeowners. Small jobs are welcome.
Pool Construction
Pool Renovation & Care
Pool Features
Landscaping
Hardscaping & Outdoor Living
Drainage & Site Work
Should I renovate my older pool or replace it?
It depends on the shell. If the structure is sound, a renovation with new surfaces, coping and equipment usually costs far less than a new pool. If the shell is failing or the layout no longer suits your family, building new can be the better investment. We compare both in our renovation versus new pool guide.
How much do pool and landscape projects cost in Derry?
A full new pool with decking and landscaping usually lands somewhere between $50,000 and $150,000 for our projects, with pool type, size and site work driving most of the difference. Renovations, liner replacements and drainage repairs are smaller jobs and are priced to the work involved.
What approvals do I need for pool work near Beaver Lake?
Any new inground pool in Derry needs a local building permit and must meet the state building code rules for pool barriers. Lots close to Beaver Lake or other larger ponds may also fall under the New Hampshire Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act, which NHDES administers. We check your lot early so permitting does not stall the job.
Do you replace pool liners in Derry?
Yes, and we are glad to. We measure the pool, drain it, repair the floor and walls, and install a custom-fit liner. If your liner is fading or losing water, read how to tell when a liner needs replacing before you call, so you know what to look for.
Can you fix a wet yard before we add a patio?
That is the right order. Water problems get worse under new hardscape, so we sort out grading, French drains or dry wells first, then build the patio on a stable, well-drained base. Our article on signs your backyard needs drainage covers the warning signs.
From initial planning and design to engineering, permitting, and construction, we manage every stage of your pool and landscape project with precision and care.
