HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO CLEAN A DIRTY POOL

Prices For Pool Cleaning Services

On such a warm day, nothing beats having your own pool to cool off in. Regular maintenance, on the other hand, is a less pleasurable aspect of pool ownership that many homeowners want to outsource. The cost of pool cleaning services is determined by the size of the pool, its condition, the local market, and the frequency with which it is cleaned. If a technician discovers damaged pool components, set aside money to fix or replace them.

What Is Involved In Pool Cleaning?

Pool cleaning services differ depending on the business, however they usually comprise the following:

• Clear dirty pool with net and skimmer
  
• Water analysis readout
  
• Monitor and balance water chemistry
  
• Empty skimmer and basket
  
• Brush and vacuum
  
• Monitor proper function of pool equipment
  
• Backwash filter as needed

The cost is somewhere between $75 to $150 a month for weekly cleanings (usually 4 cleanings per month, though some businesses charge more for twice-weekly cleanings) or $100 to $150 per month for a once-a-month cleaning.

Services And Prices For Other Pool Cleaning

• Cleaning a very dirty pool on a one-time basis could cost $75 to $100 per hour. A total projected cost of $150 to $300 is based on a typical 2-3 hour job.
  
• Extremely dirty pools (so murky that the bottom of the deep end can't be seen) may need a drain and clean solution that costs $500 to $600 or more.
  
• In addition to the price of a drain and clean, pool acid washing, which is required for the most persistent stains in a dirty pool, costs $200 to $300.
  
• Filter cleanings can cost $75 to $100 if they aren't part of a regular maintenance plan (every 6 months is recommended).
  
• The cost of opening and closing a pool ranges from $150 to $300 per service.

Cleaning A Dirty Pool on Your Own

A pool's regular operating costs (energy, maintenance, and repairs) can range from $3,000 to $5,000 or more. Many people elect to clean their dirty pools themselves in order to save money. Using the above-mentioned monthly pool expenses, this can amount to a yearly savings of more than $1,000.

The first equipment investment, on the other hand, will be between $50 and $100. (for a leaf skimmer and algae brush). A robot pool vacuum could save you time, but this convenient device can cost anywhere from $400 to $1,000.

Plan on spending $60 to $120 a month on cleaning supplies in addition to cleaning tools.

Installing a pool cover, which is generally done during the winter months, can also help you save money throughout the swimming season by reducing water use, chemical consumption, and heating and cleaning costs. The cost of a simple winter cover ranges from $100 to $500.