Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports of premature cracking and structural deterioration in shotcrete and concrete swimming pools built between 2017 and 2025 in southern and western U.S. states, including Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and Florida. These issues may be linked to alkali-carbonate reaction, a chemical reaction that can occur inside concrete when certain types of aggregate, such as dolomitic limestone, react with cement. This reaction can cause internal expansion within concrete, leading to the premature cracking, loss of structural integrity, and surface deterioration of pools.

Reported Issues:

Consumers report:

Cracking along pool floors, walls, or steps
Leaks or the inability to maintain water levels in their pool
White deposits or silica gel oozing from cracks
Discoloration, rusting, or staining along pool surfaces
Hollow-sounding areas when tapping the pool surface
Tiles or finishes appear to be loose or are separating
Having to pay for multiple pool repairs due to cracking or structural defects
Recurring cracks even after patching or resurfacing

Why Individuals Should Be Concerned:

Potential claims include:

Economic loss
Performance vs marketing
Product defect

Signs You May Be Affected:

You live in a Western or Southern state and had a pool constructed between 2017 and 2025
Your pool has cracks along the floor, walls, or steps
Cracks are spreading, widening, or reappearing after repairs
Your pool is made of concrete or shotcrete
Your pool leaks or has difficulty maintaining water levels
White deposits or gel-like substances emerge from cracks
You notice rusting, staining, or discoloration along pool surfaces
Areas of the pool sound hollow when tapped
Repairs such as patching, sealing, or resurfacing have not resolved the issues with your pool
Tiles or finishes are loosening or separating
You have had to pay for repairs to your pool due to any of these issues

If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520

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