Residential Pool Opening
Opening your swimming pool for the summer should be handled by a professional. Our PHTA Certified Service Technicians use the industries best practices and procedures for opening your swimming pool. Industry best practices recommend opening your pool as early as possible to keep costs to a minimum and extend your limited pool season.
Contact us to schedule your pool opening and leave the pool to the pros!
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Residential Pool Openings
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER OPENING $550.00
MUST BE OPENED BY 5/16/2026. REQUIRES 16 WEEK COMMITMENT. MAINTENANCE MUST BE COMPLETED WEEKLY.
ALL WATER AND LARGE DEBRIS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE TOP OF THE COVER PRIOR TO YOUR SWIMMING POOL OPENING. WATER IN THE POOL MUST BE RAISED TO THE TOP OF THE SKIMMER FACEPLATE SO WE CAN VACUUM TO WASTE. THIS WILL HELP AVOID ADDITIONAL FEES.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- SERVICE CALL FEE
- REMOVE AND FLAG FOLD THE SAFETY COVER
- PUT COVER IN STORAGE BAG
- LOWER DECK ANCHORS
- ADJUST AUTOCOVER
- REMOVE WINTER PLUGS IN POOL
- INSTALL HANDRAILS AND LADDERS
- INSTALL SKIMMER BASKETS
- INSTALL AND TEST LIGHTS
- ASSEMBLE AND START EQUIPMENT
- REPAIR MINOR LEAKS AT EQUIPMENT PAD
- TEST FIRE HEATER
- BACKWASH FILTER
- INITIAL VACUUM OF THE POOL
- RETURN TRIP FEE
- TOUCH UP VACUUM OF THE POOL
- TEST AND ADJUST WATER CHEMISTRY
- 2 TECHNICIANS x 2.0 HOURS TOTAL
- 4 GALLONS OF LIQUID CHLORINE
- 1 QT. OF ALGAECIDE
- 1 QT. OF METAL FREE
*ALL OTHER CHEMICALS REQUIRED BEYOND THE INITIAL TREATMENT WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL COST.
*ADDITIONAL LABOR FEES COULD APPLY IF THE PERMITTED TIME IS EXCEEDED OR IF ADDITIONAL VACUUMS ARE REQUIRED.
SAFETY COVER OPENING $450
ALL LARGE DEBRIS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE TOP OF THE SAFETY COVER PRIOR TO YOUR SWIMMING POOL OPENING TO AVOID ADDITIONAL CHARGES.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- SERVICE CALL FEE
- REMOVE AND FLAG FOLD THE SAFETY COVER
- PUT COVER IN STORAGE BAG
- LOWER DECK ANCHORS
- REMOVE WINTER PLUGS IN POOL
- INSTALL HANDRAILS AND LADDERS
- INSTALL SKIMMER BASKETS
- INSTALL AND TEST LIGHTS
- ASSEMBLE AND START EQUIPMENT
- REPAIR MINOR LEAKS AT EQUIPMENT PAD
- TEST FIRE HEATER
- BACKWASH FILTER
- 2 TECHNICIANS x 1.5 HOURS
- 4 GALLONS OF LIQUID CHLORINE
- 1 QT. OF ALGAECIDE
- 1 QT. OF METAL FREE
*ALL OTHER CHEMICALS REQUIRED BEYOND THE INITIAL TREATMENT WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL COST.
*ADDITIONAL LABOR FEES COULD APPLY IF THE PERMITTED TIME IS EXCEEDED.
*VACUUMING, BRUSHING, AND SKIMMING THE POOL CAN BE ADDED FOR $100 PER HOUR PER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN.
AUTOCOVER OPENING $450
ALL WATER MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE TOP OF THE AUTOCOVER PRIOR TO YOUR SWIMMING POOL OPENING TO AVOID ADDITIONAL CHARGES.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- SERVICE CALL FEE
- REMOVE WINTER PLUGS IN POOL
- INSTALL SKIMMER BASKETS
- INSTALL AND TEST LIGHTS
- ASSEMBLE AND START EQUIPMENT
- REPAIR MINOR LEAKS AT EQUIPMENT PAD
- ADJUST AUTOCOVER
- TEST FIRE HEATER
- BACKWASH FILTER
- 2 TECHNICIANS x 1.5 HOURS
- 4 GALLONS OF LIQUID CHLORINE
- 1 QT. OF ALGAECIDE
- 1 QT. OF METAL FREE
*ALL OTHER CHEMICALS REQUIRED BEYOND THE INITIAL TREATMENT WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL COST.
*ADDITIONAL LABOR FEES COULD APPLY IF THE PERMITTED TIME IS EXCEEDED.
*VACUUMING, BRUSHING, AND SKIMMING THE POOL CAN BE ADDED FOR $100 PER HOUR PER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN.
TARP COVER OPENING $450
ALL WATER AND LARGE DEBRIS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE TOP OF THE TARP COVER, and TARP COVER REMOVED FROM POOL PRIOR TO YOUR SWIMMING POOL OPENING TO AVOID ADDITIONAL CHARGES.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- SERVICE CALL FEE
- REMOVE REMAINING WATER FROM COVER
- EMPTY WATER BAGS
- CLEAN AND FOLD TARP COVER
- REMOVE WINTER PLUGS IN POOL
- INSTALL SKIMMER BASKETS
- INSTALL AND TEST LIGHTS
- ASSEMBLE AND START EQUIPMENT
- REPAIR MINOR LEAKS AT EQUIPMENT PAD
- TEST FIRE HEATER
- BACKWASH FILTER
- 2 TECHNICIANS x 1.5 HOURS
- 4 GALLONS OF LIQUID CHLORINE
- 1 QT. OF ALGAECIDE
- 1 QT. OF METAL FREE
*ALL OTHER CHEMICALS REQUIRED BEYOND THE INITIAL TREATMENT WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL COST.
*ADDITIONAL LABOR FEES COULD APPLY IF THE PERMITTED TIME IS EXCEEDED.
*VACUUMING, BRUSHING, AND SKIMMING THE POOL CAN BE ADDED FOR $100 PER HOUR PER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL OPENING $400
ALL LARGE DEBRIS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE TOP OF THE SAFETY COVER PRIOR TO YOUR SWIMMING POOL OPENING TO AVOID ADDITIONAL CHARGES.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- SERVICE CALL FEE
- REMOVE AND FLAG FOLD THE SAFETY COVER
- PUT COVER IN STORAGE BAG
- LOWER DECK ANCHORS
- REMOVE WINTER PLUGS IN POOL
- INSTALL HANDRAILS AND LADDERS
- INSTALL SKIMMER BASKETS
- INSTALL AND TEST LIGHTS
- ASSEMBLE AND START EQUIPMENT
- REPAIR MINOR LEAKS AT EQUIPMENT PAD
- TEST FIRE HEATER
- BACKWASH FILTER
- 2 TECHNICIANS x 1.5 HOURS
- 4 GALLONS OF LIQUID CHLORINE
- 1 QT. OF ALGAECIDE
- 1 QT. OF METAL FREE
*ALL OTHER CHEMICALS REQUIRED BEYOND THE INITIAL TREATMENT WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL COST.
*ADDITIONAL LABOR FEES COULD APPLY IF THE PERMITTED TIME IS EXCEEDED.
*VACUUMING, BRUSHING, AND SKIMMING THE POOL CAN BE ADDED FOR $100 PER HOUR PER MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN.
Residential Opening
$140 Service Call Fee
$140 Per Hour Per Lead Technician (one technician)
$240 Per Hour Per Crew (one technician and one maintenance technician)
$70 Return Trip Fee (if necessary)
Other Opening Services to Consider
Drain and Clean Opening ($ Call For Quote)
RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE/GUNITE SWIMMING POOLS ONLY.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- REMOVE AND FLAG FOLD THE SAFETY COVER
- PUT COVER IN STORAGE BAG
- LOWER DECK ANCHORS
- OPEN AUTOCOVER
- INSTALL SUMP PUMP TO DRAIN POOL
- CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF SURFACE
- RINSE POOL SURFACE
- DRAIN WATER
- REMOVE WINTER PLUGS IN POOL
- INSTALL HANDRAILS AND LADDERS
- INSTALL SKIMMER BASKETS
- INSTALL AND TEST LIGHTS
- ASSEMBLE AND START EQUIPMENT
- REPAIR MINOR LEAKS AT EQUIMENT PAD
- TEST FIRE HEATER
- BACKWASH FILTER
Autocover Maintenance
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- Remove autocover lid
- Detach fabric from drum
- Inspect ropes, guides, sliders, and pulleys
- Lubricate any necessary components
- Adjust torque limiter
- Adjust ropes for even operation of cover
- Tighten all loose bolts and screws
- Reattach fabric to drum and install the lid
Autocover Fabric Treatment
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- Remove dirt and debris from autocover fabric
- Clean the cover using a autocover fabric cleaning product
- Rinse the autocover fabric
- Apply UV Protectant product to autocover fabric
Attached Water Features
Attached water features such as - attached hot tub, fountains, deck jets, vanishing edge, solar system are completed on time and materials basis.
Filter Sand Change
Recommended every 3 to 5 years. Especially when water chemistry is balanced yet cloudieness persists. Filter Sand Changes are completed on time and materials basis.
THE FOLLOWING IS INCLUDED IN THIS SERVICE.
- Disassemble filter and plumbing
- Remove sand from filter
- Rinse and inspect laterals and HUB assembly
- Install sand and gravel
- Assemble filter and plumbing
- Backwash filter
- Remove and dispose of sand
Before Your Pool-Opening Appointment
After you schedule your pool opening, we’ll send detailed instructions to help minimize costs and keep everything running smoothly and on time.
To help avoid extra labor charges, please:
- Make sure the gate is unlocked.
- Remove all water from the auto cover or tarp cover.
- Raise the water level to the top of the skimmer faceplate.
- Have a garden hose connected and the spigot turned on.
- Turn on the breaker inside the house for the pool equipment.
- Set any leftover chemicals by the pool (chlorine tablets, algaecide, clarifier, metal remover, salt, etc.).
- Place skimmer baskets, backwash hose, handrails, winter cover bag, and ladders by the pool.
What We’ll Do During Your Opening Appointment
- Remove and flag-fold the safety cover
- Place cover into storage bag
- Lower deck anchors
- Adjust auto cover
- Remove winter plugs
- Install handrails and ladders
- Install skimmer baskets
- Install and test lights
- Assemble and start equipment
- Repair minor leaks at the equipment pad
- Test-fire the heater
- Backwash the filter
After Your Pool Is Opened
Once we leave, we recommend the following:
- Raise the water level and vacuum:
- Vacuum to waste for heavy debris
- Vacuum to filter for light debris (then backwash)
- Brush the pool frequently toward the main drain to keep fine debris suspended.
- Backwash when pressure increases 8–10 PSI over starting pressure.
Do not backwash sooner — a slightly dirty filter helps trap fine particles. - Continue backwashing until water in the sight glass or hose runs clear (about 2 minutes).
- Run the pump 24/7 at the highest speed until the water is clear enough to see a quarter on the bottom,
then lower speeds and resume timers/automation. - If water does not clear in a couple of days, schedule a sand change (recommended every 3 years).
- For cartridge filters: inspect, clean, or replace cartridges if the water remains cloudy.
- Maintain at least 1 ppm free chlorine to prevent algae growth.
- Once water is clear and chlorine is 1–2 ppm, adjust chemistry in this order:
- Total Alkalinity
- pH
- Stabilizer (CYA) as needed
Salt pools typically require higher stabilizer. Follow manufacturer instructions.
- Do not add salt until the water temperature is above 65°F.
- Do not use automatic pool cleaners for initial cleanup or in water below 65°F.
- If you have an autocover:
- Leave it open 1–2 hours after adding chemicals
- Keep the cover pump on at all times when not in use — for safety and warranty protection
- If you have a mesh winter cover, let it dry outside in the storage bag for at least 2 days,
then store in a dry place. Keep winter plugs in the bag.