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Pool clean

$200

Very happy overall with the work

Vacuum pool

$75

Great service thanks

Pool clean - vaccuum

$100

Very good quality of work and fast

Pool cleaner

$200

Great job sorting out our pool . We recommend Tyler

Clean algae from swimming pool base and walls

$200

Very precise, genuinely cares about the cleanliness of your pool

Once off pool clean

$200

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Repair automated garden watering system

$150

Josh came on time and completed the job in a professional manner. Definitely use him again for any other issues with our pool equipment. Thanks Josh

Pool solar tube repair

$150

Prompt service!

Replace Pool Solar Pump

$150

Great work. Will use again.

Pool heater repair

$150

great service for good quality

Spa maintenance my spa is broken and need repair

$500

Very pleasant and helpful. Recommended

Repair swimming pool gate and small jobs

$200

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Finding swimming pool service experts on Airtasker is easier and more convenient than setting up an appointment with local pool companies. Save yourself the trouble of waiting for an available date or enduring back-and-forth emails, and get someone to do the job for you through our friendly platform!

Whether you need pool cleaning services or are looking for an expert to maintain a pool, you can find the right professionals in pool maintenance around you with our platform. Once you put up your task, you'll get offers from Taskers reviewed and trusted by customers like you. When you see an offer you like, click to accept, and you're all set! Your chosen pool service expert will bring the required tools and equipment to keep your pool in pristine shape, whatever the season.

Having a swimming pool can transform your ordinary backyard into a personal oasis. However, maintaining it can be a time-consuming chore, especially if you don't have the right skills or equipment. Skip the headache of trying to clean your pool yourself, and book a fast and reliable swimming pool maintenance service on Airtasker today!

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Top Pool Maintenance related questions

The cost of maintaining a pool can range from $60 to $300, which includes basic cleaning and checking. This also depends on different factors, such as the size, type of maintenance needed, and state of your pool. If you need to clean your pool, expect the rates for pool cleaning services to fall between $63 and $150. Set a budget and include all the necessary information about your task to get the best quotes and find the right pool maintenance specialist in your area. 

A clear pool doesn't necessarily mean that it's clean and fit for swimming. If not cleaned or maintained regularly, this can become a breeding ground for bacteria, mould, or algae. A pool's filtration system needs weekly maintenance to remove any dirt and debris build up. Pool water must also be disinfected regularly to maintain proper pH levels and keep algae, bacteria, and fungi at bay. In certain cases, pool specialists can conduct water testing, add a stabiliser (cyanuric acid), or perform other treatment methods to sanitise and make sure the water is clean and clear. Ultimately, weekly maintenance and service can keep your pool clean and safe for swimming and save you any further damage costs in the long run.

Booking your pool care service a few days to a week ahead is ideal. Doing so gives you enough time to prepare your pool, especially if you're planning to hold a party or an intimate gathering in your backyard. However, if you need it serviced right away, that's no problem as well. Airtasker can help you find maintenance experts in your area who can get straight to work, so you can soon get the most out of your pool.

The green discolouration is due to algae growth in your pool. Algae can quickly grow and spread in warm weather conditions, and a mild case can rapidly turn into an infestation overnight. Algae growth comes down to the imbalance or lack of chlorine in your pool water. To avoid an algae outbreak, book regular pool care services with a Tasker.

Look for signs of leakage such as stain level lines, closed valves, damaged gaskets, and more. You can also conduct a simple bucket test that involves filling a bucket with the same water level as your pool and placing it in the second pool step. After two to three days, check if your pool level has dropped more than the bucket. If it has, that means there's a leak that needs immediate repair as soon as possible.

This depends on the specific chemical treatment you had. In general, it's best to wait at least 20 minutes to an hour if you've added chemicals to balance the pool water. For chloride and chlorine, however, it's recommended to swim only after 24 hours or when your chlorine level has reached five ppm.

Showering helps remove sweat, body lotions, cosmetics, and traces of urine and faecal matter on the body. These substances can contaminate the pool and cause an imbalance in the water's pH level. When this happens, your pool needs to work harder and requires harsher chemical treatments. Showering before swimming helps ease the burden on your pool, prevents illnesses, and keeps swimming healthy for everyone.

Top Pool Repair related questions

Repair experts can fix and restore almost any in-ground and above-ground pool, including one-piece pools, block and liner pools, wooden and exercise pools, as well as swim spas. When posting your task, make sure to mention the type of your swimming pool and the specific repair services needed. The purpose is to better connect you with a qualified Tasker who's familiar with every component of your pool.

Not necessarily. Your Tasker can bring the tools and equipment required, which will depend on the exact pool repair service you need. The must-haves typically include underwater drills and grinders, pool vacuums, and pressure washers. If you need to seal a leak or cracked wall, you can instruct them to drop by the nearest hardware store and pick-up repair putty or patch materials.

The exact duration of service depends on the severity of the damage, inclusions of the repair, and the pool type. For example, it only takes just a few hours to repair small leaks, but the curing period can take days. Re-grouting, being more intensive, requires long hours to complete. If you have a larger pool, then expect completion of the service for about a day or two.

Swimming pools are mostly untouched during winter, but that doesn't mean that you can skip your pool maintenance. Taskers can help cover your pool area to protect them from snow and other debris. They can also insulate your pool's pipework, filters, and pumps to get them ahead of winter damages. If you don't want to drain your pool, they can assist with maintaining the right pH and alkaline levels of the water before closing them.

Definitely! Aside from residential pools, there are also plenty of Taskers who can handle minor repairs, restoration, and refurbishment of commercial pools in hotels, sports facilities, universities, holiday parks, and wellness and spa clubs. For quality assurance, they also work in compliance with the mandatory swimming pool requirements, where most residential properties are exempted from.

Yes! Airtasker is the ideal place to find specialists who can help not only with repairing existing pools but also with installing water features in your backyard or landscape area. Be it an in-ground or above-ground swimming pool, fibreglass or concrete, you can trust your Taskers when it comes to proper planning and installation that won't burn a hole in your pocket.

What do pool maintenance and repair services include?

Swimming pool maintenance and repair services encompass everything that's required to keep your pool in great shape. While it's tempting to DIY this task, it's always better to leave it to the pros who have the experience, knowledge, and tools to maintain swimming pools. Besides balancing your pool water and adding the right chemical treatments to ensure proper pH levels, pool maintenance can also include assessing your pool for damage or leaks and cleaning your pool filters and pumps. 

Airtasker makes it easy to find a swimming pool service nearby to help you with whatever you need - from pool cleaning to pool repairs

Pool repair

When facing pool repair, timely action is crucial to prevent further damage. From leak detection to pump replacement, skilled Taskers assess and address issues efficiently. With meticulous attention to detail, they restore functionality, ensuring a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience. Trustworthy pool repair services offer peace of mind, preserving your oasis for years to come.

Domestic pool maintenance

Domestic swimming pool maintenance starts with a visual inspection to check if your pool equipment is in good running condition. Pool specialists carefully examine your pumps, skimmer baskets, motors, and filter systems for signs of damage and address or repair any leaks. They can also check your pool walls for structural cracks. 

Afterward, your pool expert maintains your pool water's pH balance by adding the correct levels of chlorine, alkaline, and other chemicals. They conduct water testing to see if additional treatments are needed to maintain chlorine levels and keep the water clean. This way, you can fully enjoy your pool without having to worry about its safety or cleanliness. 

Once your pool is ready for use, how about getting lessons from a swim instructor? Whether you're an adult needing to polish your swimming skills or a parent looking out for your child, there are plenty of experienced instructors you can hire for safe and professional swimming lessons.

Above-ground pool maintenance

Above-ground pools are becoming increasingly popular, and it's not hard to see why. They not only cost less, but they're also faster to install and easier to maintain. If you need someone to take care of your above-ground pool for you, Airtasker is here to help. We can connect you with pool service specialists around you to vacuum your pool, brush your walls and tiles, clean your pumps and filters, and balance your pool water. Some specialists can also help with hot tub maintenance or hot tub cleaning. 

If you use your pool often, you can book weekly above-ground pool maintenance, so your swimming pool is kept clean and well-maintained. Why not take a step further and enhance your backyard? Our platform also lets you find experts who can install pergolas to add to your home's aesthetic appeal. You can even take it up a notch and find contractors who can put up a fence and make your backyard the perfect place to kick back after a long day.

Seasonal pool maintenance

Whether you need to prep your pool for the summer or have it winterised for the cold months, pool service specialists on Airtasker can get it done. A pre-season check can include removing your pool cover, clearing away debris, adding the required chemicals, and reconnecting all pool equipment.

Swimming season might be over, but that doesn't pool owners should leave their swimming pools during the cold months. Taskers can offer seasonal maintenance services to help with these tasks. Winter decommissions involve draining your pool, protecting your pipes, balancing the water chemistry, and finally fitting a winter cover to protect it from harsh temperatures. With seasonal maintenance, your pool is kept in excellent condition all year round. 

If you're opening up your pool for the summer season, maybe you also need a handyman to assemble your outdoor furniture? Or how about someone to put together your new BBQ for that perfect summer grill? Whatever you need to get done, Airtasker can lend a hand!

Recent Pool Maintenance tasks

Install Plumbing for a Plunge Spa

$500

Summer Hill, New South Wales

23rd Jul 2026

We have the shell in Concrete and the insert in Fibreglass and want to install the parts to finish the plunge spa. I can source the heat pump, control pad, filters etc if you need, but I need an experienced pool plumber to help get this prototype working. Future work available once commercialised. Price to be discussed.

Plumber to cut back pipes

$150

Glenmore Park, New South Wales

23rd Jul 2026

Needing a plumber to cut back 2 pipes from my pool heater to move heater back by about 200mm. I will need them to cut both pipes back and shorten them the reconnect pipes.

Pool Cleaning

$110

Londonderry NSW 2753, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Need to clean the pool and the surrounding pool slabs for the property we bought. Need to do this ongoing

Very good service. Happy

Pool vacuum

$200

West Ryde NSW 2114, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Hey Malik, happy to do the same as last

Pool resurface

$2,000

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Resurface existing pool with new lining or chips

Swimming Pool maintenance

$50

Officer VIC 3809, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Need someone to check the swimming pool - pumps, filtration, pool heating and other swimming pool related equipment for a residential property I am purchasing.

Heat Pump Removal

$10

Caboolture QLD, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Disconnection and removal of large pool heat pump and unit . Copper in unit and would make $$$ on it Would need to be an electrician/plumber

I’ve emptied my pool 90%, I need it cleaned and rest of water emptied

$250

Melbourne VIC 3018, Australia

20th Jul 2026

My pool went green, I have pumped out 90% of the water and I need it cleaned and brought back to life ! The rest of the water needs to be taken out and pool filters done and green removed - need the pool brought back to life ! Water can either go down then drain near by 10 feet or on the lawn. Sorry about that the dark pictures I wasn’t at home during the day

He done an amazing job and brought my green pool pack to sparkling a1 condition! Worked untill the end and was incredibly nice easygoing and respectful!!!! 100% I have no problem with him doing anything else in the future !! Hire with confidence!!! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 FIVE STARS !!!!!!

Pool clean and scrub

$150

Parkwood, Western Australia

15th Jul 2026

Full pool clean scrub equipment and i can provide chemicals

Awesome bloke will use again

Pool cleaned

$250

Rosebud VIC 3939, Australia

14th Jul 2026

Pool hasn’t been used for a year. Requires cleaned. Has has cover on.

Great job cleaning pool that’s not been used in over a year. Green to clean.

Clean and maintain water feature

$50

Breakfast Point NSW 2137, Australia

14th Jul 2026

It’s been a while I have not cleaned and maintained the water feature at my balcony. There might be dirt or bugs inside, so need to get it cleaned to maintain in a good condition.

Thanks Gemma! Great job, highly recommended!

Looking for someone to maintain swimming pool

$10

Kingsford NSW 2032, Australia

9th Jul 2026

Looking for monthly maintenance of swimming pool. Ph and clean / servicing Please quote how much each time

Jack was a professional. He clearly knows his stuff working years for big companies such as the largest well known gym swimming pools etc Lovely guy, punctual and kind. Will definitely use again 10/10

Spa check and rebalance chemicals

$200

Warrandyte VIC 3113, Australia

5th Jul 2026

airbnb guests complaining that spa is murky - looking for someone to check the chemicals and balance if required or drain and refill if it’s unusable. cost is for call out and fixing chemicals - also looking for price to drain and refill if required - draining tool required or will take too long. no detailed info to guests who are being difficult in general this is the model - https://endlesspoolsandspas.com.au/product/antigua/

excellent punctual highly recommended

Check/fix or replace my booster pump for jet vac pool cleaner.

$250

Northbridge NSW 2063, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Main pump working fine, booster pump running but no pressure. If needs repair I'll pay for parts, if needs replacement, will pay for new pump.

Very skilled - fixed my pool pump the day after I listed the job. Top provider!

Green pool recovery

$700

Calamvale QLD, Australia

3rd Jul 2026

Have a pool has not been used for 4 months. Has a lot of leaves on the bottom. Need help to recover.

Great support and will get help from him again

Ongoing pool cleaner

$100

Kangaroo Point QLD 4169, Australia

30th Jun 2026

I need an ongoing pool cleaner. This is ongoing, and we'll negotiate further.

Very good at what they do 5 stars

Clean my pool

$200

Miami QLD 4220, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Clean and treat my pool.

Darren was fantastic! My pool looks 1000 times better. Will absolutely be using his services again.

Pool clean in Arncliffe

$100

Arncliffe NSW 2205, Australia

29th Jun 2026

Standard pool clean, vacuum and chemical balance

Great pool expert and excellent help. 5 stars!

Pool clean

$200

Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia

27th Jun 2026

Pool 1 year old. Robovac broken, needs a good clean. Wire brush calcium build up Full clean Treatment - the pools clear.

Great service thanks

Recent Pool Repair tasks

Pool liner replaced

$8,000

Heathridge WA 6027, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Need the pool relined. old liner just knackered. 3/4 drained now. looking to have done in time for summer.

Diver to replace drain grating in private swimming pool

$50

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

21st Jul 2026

The grating on the bottom of my pool has broken and cleaner gets stuck on it. Have replacement parts on hand just need diver to get down there (2m) to replace it. Pool is pretty cold so decent wetsuit is essential.

Hanzelon turned up on time and did a great job. Very helpful hints on water control also.Highly recommended.

Pool pipes small leak fix

$300

West Ryde NSW 2114, Australia

20th Jul 2026

The pipes are coming out of a pool full of water and must be a pool professionally that has done it before. One of the pipes is slowly leaking. The other is a 90 degree turn we are looking to change for a hard piece to replace it.

Hot tub - spa repairs

$150

Epping, VIC

20th Jul 2026

My spa runs around the clock but suddenly turned stone cold. I have removed and cleaned the filters, checked for a blockage and bled the pipes as suggested which then fixes the issue enough for one day and then it goes cold again. The error code is LF.

Pool pipe replacement

$900

St. Ives, New South Wales, Australia

20th Jul 2026

My pool line from my skimmer to pool box needs to be replaced as has a leak. Approximately 6meters from skimmer to pool box. Will need to identify old line and relay and connect new line. Pool pump is Valor

Clean my salt water pool and fix filter

$100

Largs North SA 5016, Australia

20th Jul 2026

Clean my salt water in ground pool and fix filter

Clean my salt water pool and “fix” filter

$100

Largs North SA 5016, Australia

20th Jul 2026

Clean my salt water pool and get the filter working properly. Prepare it to be unused for the rest of winter

Fix my spa heater.

$100

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

20th Jul 2026

I bought a second hand spa that worked, but when I set it up at home it gives me an error when I turn on the heating. I need someone who has plumbing or electrical skills that can come fix it up, or tell me it's garbage. What I know: The air bubbles turn on just fine. I've replaced the filters and made sure the water line is high enough when turning it on. I'm getting E08 when I try to turn on the heating (I've turned it on and off again). I will pay the same amount no matter how long it takes. Happy to negotiate in person. I would like the spa to be ready to use on August 2 (it will take about a day and a half to heat up).

Repair the pool pump

$150

Oran Park NSW, Australia

24th May 2026

The pool pump is not working. It may have been caused by air in the system.

Did an instant fix of the pool pump. Really happy!

Swimming pool acid wash, replace 3 eyeballs and maintain drain.

$800

Tarragindi QLD 4121, Australia

20th May 2026

Empty pool, acid wash, replace 3 x eyeball outlets and main drain. Pool is 7 x 3.5 with depth of 1m to 1.8m.

Niel did a fabulous job acid washing and replacing all the outlets and bottom valve. Efficient and reliable. Highly recommend. Thank you so much.

Come fix my pool pump

$300

Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia

28th Apr 2026

My pool pump is leaking from two different locations. To me it looks like the Black valves have cracked over time and need replacing I currently can’t turn my pool on because all of them seem to be leaking Located in Palm Beach We currently don’t have a pool pump protector over it which I think is the plastic pipe to wear

Great to work with. Very knowledgeable

Need a pool specialist to fix and service my pool

$50

Bellbowrie QLD, Australia

26th Apr 2026

Pool not sucking properly and now no power to pump. Need a quote $50 for quote

If you have a pool and need someone great you have found him👍😃

Fix leaking pool pump

$200

Marsfield NSW 2122, Australia

8th Apr 2026

My pool pump is leaking from the PVC pipe connection/joint area above the pump housing. The leak appears to be around the pipe fitting/joint, as shown in the attached photo. I need someone experienced with pool pumps or pool plumbing to inspect and fix the leak properly. This may involve resealing, replacing the fitting, or repairing the pipe connection if needed. Details: - Leak is around the PVC pipe joint connected to the pool pump - Pump is installed and accessible - Please bring the tools and materials needed for diagnosis and repair - Experience with pool equipment and PVC pipe repairs preferred Scope of work: - Inspect the leaking joint - Identify the cause - Repair or replace the faulty fitting or pipe section - Test to make sure it no longer leaks Please include in your offer: - Your experience with pool pump or pool plumbing repairs - Whether materials are included Attached photo shows the leak location circled.

Andrew came on time and get the issue fixed smoothly. In addition, Andrew also reviewed my pump system and gave good advice for maintenance. Would definitely hire again!

Swimming pool drainage pipe repair

$300

Browns Plains QLD, Australia

8th Apr 2026

swimming pool guys cleaning the pool and drain some water and found neighbor back yard area a bit flooded ,suspecting the drainage pipe broken , need plumber to check and repair where needed

Appreciate for his help highly recommend

Pond pump replaced.

$250

Essendon VIC, Australia

7th Apr 2026

I need a professional to remove this pond pump & supply & install a new one. Job is in Essendon.

Great work. Will use again.

Fix chlorinator in pool & bring pool back to blue

$300

West Pymble NSW, Australia

1st Apr 2026

Pool chlorinator seems clogged with some white residue. this is stopping the pump from circulating - will need cleaned & then bring pool back to blue/swimmable before Easter. Pool is still very clean - just a little cloudy. Needs tiny basic clean.

Great work and professional service

Fix pool pump air leaks

$200

Aubin Grove WA 6164, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Davey StarFlo pool pump is not priming due to air and water leak at unions. Need someone to help fix and get it primed. No internal leaks as I have fixed this.

John worked extremely hard to fix our leaking pool pump. Didnt give up until the job was done. Highly recommended and will use him again!! Thanks John.

Pool pump electrical repair

$400

Neutral Bay NSW, Australia

14th Mar 2026

My pool pump has stopped working. Based on the hum it is likely the capacitor. Need someone who is qualified to do electrical work to diagnose and repair the issue.

Super efficient. Had the part ready to go and came same day as the request.

Replace small damaged section of 50mm pool pipe

$100

Wellington Point QLD, Australia

1st Mar 2026

Pool pump has a small damaged section of 50mm pipe that needs replacing. Damaged piece needs to be cut out and new pipe put in. Probably no more than 200mm length. We will supply the 50mm pipe and couplings, along with primer and glue.

Great work and super quick

I need the Pool filtration tank replaced and pool water cleaned

$700

Waterfall NSW, Australia

21st Feb 2026

The pool water has turned green. I need the water cleaned and filtration tank replaced. Pool size is 7mx5mx1.5m.

Paul is great at his work. He has expertise, experience and knowledge about pool management. Our pool water had turned green and now it’s back to crystal clear. He is genuine man who not only cleaned the pool but also provided plenty of advices for future maintenance of our pool.