Whether it is the chemicals that keep your water balanced or the cost of weekly pool cleaning, every pool owner knows a pool comes with upkeep costs. On top of occasional repairs and equipment replacement, every pool needs regular care to stay clean, safe and running well. Here is what pool maintenance typically costs in Georgia and what drives the price.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Pool Cleaning in Georgia
A pool company’s quote depends on several factors that can change the price a lot. The type and size of your pool matter most. If the pool has not been looked after, the first cleaning often costs extra.
A typical weekly pool service includes testing and balancing the water, skimming, brushing and vacuuming, emptying the baskets, checking or backwashing the filter, and checking the equipment. Let’s look at the main cost factors in more detail.
Swimming Pool Size
The longer your pool takes to clean, the more it costs. A larger pool holds more water, needs more chemicals and takes longer to brush and vacuum than a smaller one.
A small above-ground pool may take well under an hour. An average in-ground pool usually takes 30 minutes to an hour on a regular visit, and a large pool or one with a spa takes longer. A pool that has been neglected can take several hours the first time.
Chlorine vs. Saltwater
A saltwater pool usually costs more to set up than a chlorine pool, but it can cost less to run over time. A salt system makes its own chlorine, so you buy fewer chemicals and the water tends to stay more stable between visits. The labor for a professional visit is about the same for both types; the difference is mostly in chemical costs and the salt cell, which needs cleaning and eventually replacement.
Indoor vs. Outdoor
Indoor pools are protected from leaves, twigs, pollen and storms, so they stay cleaner and are easier to keep balanced, because the sun is not burning off chlorine. Over the years that can make an indoor pool noticeably cheaper to maintain. Most pools in North Georgia are outdoors, where heat, summer storms and spring pollen all add to the work.
Liability Insurance
Insurers see a pool as an added risk, so owning one can raise your homeowners insurance premium. Ask your insurer how much it adds to your policy.
Insurance is a cost of owning a pool rather than a service, and you pay it for as long as you own the pool.
What Makes Pool Service Cost More
- A large pool, or a pool with a spa.
- A pool that is hard to reach.
- Trees that drop leaves and debris into the water.
- A chlorine pool, which uses more chemicals.
- Extra features such as fountains, waterfalls and lights.
What Makes Pool Service Cost Less
- A small pool.
- A saltwater pool.
- Few trees around the pool.
- Fewer features and accessories.
How Much Do Pool Companies in Georgia Charge?
Pool companies in our area that publish prices list weekly service at about $100 to $250 a month, depending on pool size and whether chemicals are included.
Typical Monthly Pricing in North Georgia
- Weekly service: about $100 to $250 a month
- Chemicals: included by some companies, charged extra by others
- Pool openings and closings: priced separately, once a year each
- Repairs and green pool cleanups: priced per job
Conclusion
At those monthly rates, weekly pool service in North Georgia works out to roughly $1,200 to $3,000 a year, before openings, closings and repairs.
You can save money by cleaning the pool yourself, but you need to stick to a strict schedule and buy chemicals at retail prices.
Skipping regular maintenance puts your pool at risk of turning green or damaging equipment, which leads to costly pool repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages of hiring a professional pool cleaner?
It saves you time and effort, and a trained technician spots problems early, before they turn into expensive repairs.
A pool professional like Clear Tec Pools can also advise you on caring for your pool so it lasts longer and holds its value.
What is the best way to keep your pool clean?
Regular professional service is the easiest way. Signing up for ongoing weekly service usually costs less per visit than booking one-time cleanings.
Even the most basic service includes skimming leaves, dirt and debris off the water and balancing the chemicals.
Need help with your pool in Hoschton or nearby? Call Clear Tec Pools at 678-679-0165 or book online.