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Very nice person. Worked really hard with no complaints

Cleaning the swimming pool on a monthly basis

$180

Bernard was great to deal with, efficient and thorough.

Pressure wash outdoor driveway

$100

Very precise, genuinely cares about the cleanliness of your pool

Once off pool clean

$200

Professional and on time

Pool maintenance

$10

Andrew was efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable. I will definitely be rebooking.

Pool maintenance

$200

Excellent service fixed my pool and followed up

Pool clean

$200

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Great Customer service

Pool pump repair

$100

Prompt and efficient. Had all the parts for the repair. Very pleased with the result.

Pool gate self-closing spring repair

$150

Mal has done a wonderful job reviving a leaking pool. Quality workmanship. I recommend his work and will be calling him again.

The return line of my in-ground swimming pool needs to be fixed.

$5

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

Prompt service!

Replace Pool Solar Pump

$150

What's the average cost of a pool repair contractor

$110 - $292

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$110

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$187

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$292

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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!

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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

Help with learning how to work pool

$150

Arncliffe NSW 2205, Australia

21st Jun 2026

We’ve purchased a house with a pool. We need some help with understanding how the back end works, how the pump, drainage and other features work, and also understanding best practices in maintaining it.

Pump water from pool dig out

$150

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

21st Jun 2026

Pump water out of pool dig. I have a pump and hoses on site. Not sure if working correctly. Prefer if you have your own. Thanks

Need a new pool installed

$5,000

Weston Creek ACT, Australia

21st Jun 2026

need a new pool installed

Need a new pump and chlorinator installed for my pool in red hill

$400

Red Hill ACT 2603, Australia

21st Jun 2026

need a new chlorinator and pump supplied and installed

Need pool cleaned up

$200

Parkinson QLD 4115, Australia

21st Jun 2026

Green pool needs cleaned up and scrubbed etc..

I have a jacuzzi spa that hasn’t been used in 11 years.

$100

Miranda NSW 2228, Australia

21st Jun 2026

I have a jacuzzi brand spa that I’ve owned since new. It hasn’t been used in 11 years. Yes I still have it. It is in my warehouse at the moment in Miranda. I’m now moving into a new home and have room for it,with a challenges to get it where I need it. So before I do all that. I need to check and test if it is still ok and working and worth it before I go through all this fuss to get into the backyard. I need someone who knows their way around it to check it and maybe get power to it to make sure it’s ok. I don’t have a

Help to clean our pool and spa

$80

Warranwood VIC 3134, Australia

21st Jun 2026

need to clean pool and spa

Cleaning the pool and spa

$10

Warranwood VIC 3134, Australia

21st Jun 2026

Please give a quote to cleaning our pool and spa we recently owned.

Spa clean and fill

$50

Swan View WA 6056, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Looking for assistance to clean spa and filters etc, to then refill and balance.

Reliable and efficient. James was punctual, great with communication and completed the job to a high standard. Highly recommend.

Pool clean .

$300

Long Point NSW 2564, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Need someone to come show me how to get pool running .

Pleasure to deal with . Fully transparent and helpful . Would def recommend to anyone needing pool work .

Pool pump leaking

$50

Clear Island Waters QLD 4226, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Our pool pump is leaking and either needs repair or replacing.

Great communication and great service. Highly recommend.

Looking for an experienced person do clean our pool

$150

Camillo WA 6111, Australia

16th Jun 2026

Hello. I am looking for someone to clean our pool. I will attach pictures for your reference.

Very professional work. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much

Flat pack a spa cover

$150

Merewether NSW, Australia

12th Jun 2026

We have bought a colourbond cover for our spa heater. It needs to be put together

John was a pleasure to work with. Got the job done efficiently and great quality.

Pool Clean

$150

Wembley WA, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Brush and vacuum pool, and backwash. Pool is large. 9m x 4.5m. We have equipment. We will source chemicals.

John was great to deal with. Highly recommend

Regular pool man

$80

Bassendean WA, Australia

3rd Jun 2026

I need a regular pool service and clean

Absolutely incredible workmanship. So impressed by his work. Will 100% be getting him to clean my pool again. So grateful for his help.

Pool clean

$150

Port Kennedy WA, Australia

27th May 2026

Needing a pool clean, light debris

Very timely, good communication and great pool clean! Will use again

Acid wash a pool

$600

Kenthurst, New South Wales

26th May 2026

Inground concrete pool required acid wash before refilling. Approximately 75000 litre capacity.

James did a fantastic job of acid washing our pool. He was a true professional, turned up on time, left the pool looking spotless. Would highly recommend James for your pool needs.

POOL CLEANING

$80

Revesby NSW, Australia

26th May 2026

NEW POOL NEEDS CLEANING REMOVE LEAVES OVERALL CLEAN MUST PROVIDE ALL EQUIPMENT AND ANY CLEANING CHEMICALS POOL SIZE APPROX 5 x 2.5 metres EASY ACCESS REGULAR CLEANS AFTER FIRST ONE NEEDED

Excellent work On time

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.

Recent Pool Repair tasks

Premium pool clean & sand tank replacement

$1,300

St Helens Park NSW 2560, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Hi looking for a pool expert to replace my sand filter with a brand new sand filter. Also needing a premium pool clean. I would like to restore my pool. Its been out for a month and abit and now I want to get it back to running

One way valve needs replacement in pool pump

$120

Sydney NSW 2088, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Replace 40mm one way check valve in pool pump piping. Replacement valve already purchased.

Spa repair

$400

Perth WA 6054, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Spa not working poss electrical. Main supply operating.

Pool filter replacement

$500

Winthrop WA 6150, Australia

18th Jun 2026

My current pool sand filter needs replacing. I have already purchased a replacement filter which needs installing with new sand.

Fix indoor spa bath

$100

Eltham VIC 3095, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Need to find out what's going on please I do have knowledge of spas but I don't have the tools. Could be as easy as replacement button or might need new motor?? Don't know? Assessment of the issue please?

Pool motor repair

$100

Acacia Gardens NSW, Australia

18th Jun 2026

POOL motor humming but doesnt start. If it's gone, need to be replaced. Need quote for both fix and replacement

Mal was extremely knowledgeable and professional throughout the job. He completed the pool work to a very high standard with great attention to detail. The task was done perfectly, and I’m very happy with the result.

Spa/pool service / repair

$300

Wamboin NSW, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Service of pool and spa. Checking the setting on the spa as its cutting out.

Fix the pump

$250

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

17th Jun 2026

The pump cannot pump the water to filter the pool water even after backwash.

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.