Does Your Pool Need a Deep Cleaning After Opening?
Pool Deep Cleaning.
When it comes to pool opening season, not every pool is ready for swimming right away. Sometimes a simple shock treatment isn’t enough. If your pool still looks cloudy, green, or filled with debris after a few days, it might be time to consider a deep cleaning.
How Do You Know If Your Pool Needs a Deep Clean?
The first step in pool maintenance after opening is assessing how dirty your pool is. A secure, undamaged pool cover helps prevent buildup—but if your pool sat through multiple seasons or the cover was loose or torn, you might be dealing with algae, leaves, and murky water. In these cases, a deep clean (or even a pool draining and acid wash) could be necessary.
Why Deep Cleaning Works
Unlike standard cleaning methods, a deep cleaning service uses a portable vacuum pump instead of your pool’s main filtration system. This prevents debris from clogging or damaging your pump and filter. A portable pump also provides stronger suction, helping remove stubborn algae and sediment that typical skimmer vacuums can’t handle.
What to Expect From a Deep Clean
Multiple visits may be needed: Heavily contaminated pools often require an initial cleanup to remove surface debris, followed by vacuuming after everything settles.
Water levels will drop: The portable pump removes water during the process. While it’s possible to return it to the pool, that often stirs up debris—so draining and refilling afterward is more effective.
Don’t expect instant results: Even after a deep clean, chlorine still needs time to sanitize the water and kill remaining bacteria and algae.
Professional Help Can Save Time
If you're unsure how to handle your pool after opening, our professional pool services are here to help. We specialize in deep cleanings that save you time, protect your equipment, and get your pool clean, safe, and swim-ready as quickly as possible. Whether it's your first season or you're a seasoned pool owner, you can count on us to deliver reliable, high-quality service.