Central Delaware's Pool Professionals

Pool Cleaning

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Serving Central Delaware with routes focused
From Middletown to Dover

Residential Pool Cleaning​

Residential pools require regular cleaning, maintenance and repairs. Residential pool owners, such as yourself, have two options when dealing with regular maintenance and repairs. The first is the popular DIY method. The second option is to partner with professionals such as Family Pool Maintenance, a local pool cleaning company in Dover, DE, that pool owners can turn to for their needs.

Partnering with a professional eliminates regular hassles and ensures that the residential pool cleaning project is done right. We specialize in interval cleaning, general maintenance and repairs and fully understand how to ensure that you are pleased with your pool.

A pool cleaning company can also help identify potential problems that have not yet shown themselves, but are starting to develop.

“[FPM] is the best! From top to bottom! Bottom to top. Want a great affordable place that helps like family? Peter was my tech this year and I have to say Thank you. He was very pleasant considering the circumstances...That was a big thunder storm. I want to thank you the family of family pool maintenance and all of your employees!”

Amy Shahan
Winterization

Mark really makes an effort to get my service scheduled ASAP, always friendly and professional, and keeps it affordable. 5-star service 🙂

Kara S
Pool Cleaning

“You guys especially Joe did a marvelous job during the opening of my pool , the hot weather and mid winter caused a lot of Algae inside the pool cover , but once it was taken out and chemicals were added and it was thoroughly cleaned it transform back to the beautiful poolThank You marvelous job as always”

Steven Jenkins Jr.
Pool Opening

Cameron was excellent and a pleasure as always! What an asset to have on your team.

Sue & Jim
Pool Service

“Our pool guy at [FPM] was great...Was here about two plus hours opening our 24ft above ground pool. pointed out some pending issues with our filter motor. Water looks perfectly clear. Great job.”

James Karanzalis
CUSTOMER TYPE

"I have been using this pool company for 3 years now and they are the best.”

Jasmin Marshall
Pool Service

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Backyard pool with safety cover in place — part of seasonal pool maintenance services offered in DE.
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Opening/Closing
A Pool​

As a pool owner, you know that these beautiful amenities require care and attention. One of the steps to maintain the pool is proper opening and closing of the pool.

It sounds simple enough, but many find this task to be a hassle.

Opening and closing a pool can be a tedious and tiring process that uses more time than expected. It is also prone to error.

As a pool cleaning company Middletown, Townsend, Smyrna, and Dover residents are trusting with their family’s pools, we open and close hundreds of pools a year. We understand that our customers lead busy lives. It’s our pleasure to offer this quality service to our neighbors and community in the Middletown, Townsend, Smyrna, and Dover area.

How does the opening and closing of the pool process work?

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Opening A Pool​

Everyone loves the idea of opening their pool as they think of all the marvelous experiences that wait in store during the spring and summer months. The problem lies with the physical act of opening the pool. As with most everything, this process requires its own equipment and techniques. Further, it requires water testing to bring about the right balanced water.

Professionals use a variation of these essential steps to kickoff the swimming season:

  • Remove, Fold & Store Pool Cover
  • Recess Pool Cover Anchors (if applicable)
  • Remove return plugs and gizmos (skimmer plugs)
  • De-winterize equipment pad (Pump, Filter, etc.)
  • Re-install pump plugs, filter plugs, return fittings, skimmer baskets, as well as ladder(s) and handrail(s)
  • A basic inspection of pool shell and pool equipment to ensure proper functionality
  • Vacuum to waste and/or brush pool surfaces as needed
  • Test water and apply a Shock treatment

As you can see, a proper opening requires commitment, dedication, a bit of elbow grease, and scientific precision. Pool owners prefer to call a pool company because they can rely on them to open the pool correctly.

They don’t have to worry about testing the water and dealing with potential staining or balance issues affecting the longevity of the pool and sustainability of the swimming environment. Pool owners appreciate that they don’t have to run around the house looking for specific materials and products, order the items they need and then carefully implement these products into their pools.

Group of friends enjoying a sunny pool day in DE — a reminder of why regular pool maintenance and inspections matter.
Backyard pool with safety cover in place — part of seasonal pool maintenance services offered in DE.Inspecting a pool valve system during a service call in Delaware — part of routine equipment checks by Family Pool Inspections.
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Closing A Pool​

The time comes when we must say farewell to our pools until the next year. This process necessitates water balancing prior to closure.

Closing your pool requires even more diligence and care than the opening. But it’s important to get your pool ready for the harsh winter season right around the corner.

Remember that water will expand as it hits the freezing point and this natural process can wreak havoc on the internal mechanisms of the pool system.

That’s why you must take care of this activity with scientific rigor. Here are the steps that a pool company will use in the pool closing process:

  • Raising the pool cover anchors
  • Placement and securing of your pool cover
  • Re-installing return and Gizmos (skimmer plugs)
  • Winterizing your pool equipment (pump, filter, etc.)
  • Winterizing the pool shell / treating your water with winterizing chemicals
  • Uninstalling and storing return fittings and pool hardware such as handrails & ladder
  • Does not include Diving or Spring Boards

As you can see, a proper opening requires commitment, dedication, a bit of elbow grease, and scientific precision. Pool owners prefer to call a pool company because they can rely on them to open the pool correctly.

The closing process is a small series of steps, but it requires  commitment, time, and great attention to detail to properly execute the task. As such, many pool owners in Smyrna will make sure to call the best pool cleaning company to handle the project for them.

Other Services can be added during the sign-up process to address specific pool needs

Customer Focused

Periodic Pool Cleaning

The truth is that each pool owner requires something different for their specific situation. We want to make sure we are partnering with you to make your pool a clean and safe environment and an investment that will last for years to come. Whether you simply want some simple help with your opening and closing tasks, or you would prefer weekly cleaning and maintenance, we are here to help.

Pool Cleaning being done using a pool skimmer in DE.

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A pool tech taking a look at a backyard pool setup during an inspection in Central Delaware, checking for any equipment issues.

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Service & Care

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Save Time And Use Professionals

While your weekly cleaning and maintenance may seem manageable at first glance, we know how easy it is to forget these important tasks week after week. Debris, insects and leaves can build up even within a short amount of time, making your pool a less enjoyable environment. We offer cleaning services as complex or simple as you would like, as often or sparse as your budget can handle.

As a pool cleaning company Dover residents have come to trust, we know the importance of working around your schedule for your pool cleaning services. We strive to be as invisible as possible, so you can enjoy your pool as often as possible. We’ll work with you to figure out the best time to come, when the pool will be least likely to be in use.

We always leave your pool and pool deck in better shape than we found it and ensure that we are handling your property with care. We’ll make a note of any special instructions that we may need to heed when on your property (dogs, fences, etc.) and make sure the instructions are communicated to all technicians.

Call us today for more info on the pool cleaning packages we offer.

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