Pool Cleaning Service in Birmingham, Alabama

Residential Weekly Pool Cleaning

A clean pool is essential for both the health and enjoyment of your family. Our team at Elite Pool Services offers residential weekly pool cleaning services, which includes everything from brushing and vacuuming to adjusting the water's chemical balance. Trust us to keep your pool crystal clear, safe, and ready for you to jump in at any time.

Our weekly maintenance program is the best in town for your pool cleaning needs. Our trained technicians will dutifully clean your pool on a routine basis to provide maximum enjoyment.

Every pool is different and requires special attention to chemicals and equipment. By following the LSI, or Langalier Saturation Index, our maintained pools are kept in perfect balance all year long. We keep you in the know with our electronic reports and nothing is stored on property between visits.

One-Time Cleanings

Sometimes, life gets in the way, and pool maintenance takes a backseat. Whether you've been away, hosting a big event, or dealing with unexpected circumstances, we offer one-time cleanings that will bring your pool back to pristine condition. Our thorough, professional cleanings will ensure your pool is fresh and safe once again.

From Green to Clean

A green pool is not only an eyesore, but it's also a health hazard. If your pool has turned green, it's time to call in the professionals at Elite Pool Services. Our "Green to Clean" service can transform your pool from a murky mess to a beautiful, healthy oasis. We eliminate the algae and bacteria that cause discoloration and health risks, restoring your pool's clarity and safety.

Commercial Pool Cleaning

Maintaining a clean commercial pool is critical to the success of any business. Whether you run a hotel, a gym, or a public pool, you need to ensure the water is safe and inviting for your clients. At Elite Pool Services, we offer comprehensive commercial pool cleaning services. We handle all the necessary tasks, from balancing the water chemistry to cleaning the pool surface, to ensure a clean, safe environment for your patrons.

There are 3 main objectives in pool maintenance:

1. Sanitizing pool water
2. Filter cleaning
3. Pool cleaning

There is a delicate balance of the chemicals in your pool.

Keeping this balance may include a weekly check on:

• Chlorine: This sanitizer is crucial in combating harmful bacteria and algae in your pool. It's important to regularly check the chlorine levels to ensure it's working effectively, maintaining a range of 1-3 ppm (parts per million).

• Chloramines: These are byproducts formed when chlorine combines with nitrogen or ammonia. They're less effective sanitizers and can cause eye irritation and a strong chlorine smell. Regular super chlorination or "shocking" your pool helps break down chloramines.

• Total Chlorine: This includes both free available chlorine (the amount actively sanitizing) and combined chlorine (chloramines). Keeping an eye on total chlorine ensures your pool isn't just safe, but also comfortable for swimmers.

• pH (Potential Hydrogen): A pH level between 7.4 and 7.6 is ideal to prevent skin and eye irritation and protect your pool equipment. Regularly testing and adjusting your pool's pH is key to pool health.

• pH Factor: The pH factor refers to the acidity or alkalinity of your pool water. It's crucial to manage this, as low pH can corrode equipment and cause skin irritation, while high pH can lead to cloudy water and scaling.

• Salt Content: If you have a saltwater pool, maintaining the correct salt level is important for the efficiency of your salt chlorine generator, which turns salt into chlorine.

• Total Alkalinity: This acts as a buffer for your pH level to prevent rapid pH fluctuations. Regular monitoring of total alkalinity (the ideal range being 80-120 ppm) is necessary to maintain a stable pH.

• Water Hardness (Calcium): Calcium hardness indicates the amount of calcium in your pool water. Too much can cause scaling and cloudy water, while too little can lead to corrosion of pool surfaces and equipment.

• Temperature as it relates to pH Factor Calculation: Temperature can influence the saturation index, which includes pH and other factors. Monitoring pool temperature helps keep your water balanced and comfortable.

• Stabilizer / Conditioner: Also known as cyanuric acid, this protects chlorine from being quickly consumed by sunlight. It's crucial to maintain the right stabilizer level, especially in outdoor pools.

• Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): Over time, dissolved minerals, salts, and metals can accumulate in your pool. High TDS levels can lead to cloudy water, scaling, and less effective sanitizers. Regular checks help keep TDS in check.

Each of these elements plays a vital role in ensuring your pool's water chemistry is balanced and your pool environment is safe, clean, and enjoyable.

As a part of our pool cleaning, we:

• Brush Walls and Steps: This process involves using a pool brush to scrub away any buildup of algae, bacteria, or dirt on the pool's walls and steps. Regular brushing prevents these contaminants from causing issues like cloudy water or stubborn stains.

• Brush Spa: Similar to brushing the pool's walls and steps, brushing the spa helps keep it clean and clear. Given that spas often have higher water temperatures, they can be particularly susceptible to issues like algae growth, making regular brushing especially important.

• Hose Vacuum: A hose vacuum is a handy tool for removing debris from your pool's floor and walls. It's attached to your pool's skimmer and uses the pool's circulation system to suck up and capture debris. This process helps keep the pool looking clean and clear, and it's particularly useful for removing heavier debris that doesn't get picked up during net cleaning.

• Leaf Vacuum: The leaf vacuum specifically targets larger debris like leaves, which can be especially prevalent during certain times of the year. By removing leaves from your pool, the leaf vacuum prevents them from decaying in the water, which could cause issues like water imbalance and staining.

• Net Clean Pool Surface and Bottom: This process involves using a pool net to scoop out floating debris and debris on the pool's floor. Regular net cleaning helps maintain clear water and prevents debris from clogging your pool's filtration system.

By taking care of these essential pool cleaning tasks, you'll maintain a clean, safe, and inviting pool that's ready for enjoyment at any time.

Trust Elite Pool Services for All Your Pool Cleaning Needs

At Elite Pool Service, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellent service and our focus on customer satisfaction. We understand the nuances of pool cleaning and are equipped to handle pools of all sizes and types. With our team of skilled professionals, advanced cleaning equipment, and thorough procedures, we ensure your pool stays at its best throughout the year. For top-quality pool cleaning services in Birmingham, Alabama, you can count on Elite Pool Services. Contact us today at (205) 490-1385 to schedule a service or to learn more about how we can help keep your pool sparkling clean.