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Great workmanship host bloke. Knows what he's doing

Fit new pool pump

$200

Great guy, hardworking

Pool clean

$50

Very knowledgeable expert and clear communicator

Maintain my pool

$150

Great job sorting out our pool . We recommend Tyler

Clean algae from swimming pool base and walls

$200

Nick was excellent. Come and cleared up all of the mess in our pool and gave us next instructions for what to do

Green pool clean

$150

Great communication, reliable and got the job done! Thanks

Professional Pool Clean Sat 28 Mar

$100

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Micheal has been very responsible and reliable. Will definitely recommend and would definitely go back to him again.

Repair swimming pool fence to make it compliance

$5

Prompt service!

Replace Pool Solar Pump

$150

AJ was FANTASTIC! He was so friendly and knowledgeable and fixed our water feature which I was ready to write off! AJ was very responsive, and I am so incredibly happy with the work - highly recommended!

Water Feature Pump Replacement

$500

Great work by Mark

Replace old pool filter and plumbing with new filter

$250

We had a great experience with Taylor! He was able to come out on short notice and quickly diagnosed the issue with our robotic pool cleaner. He then provided an excellent pool cleaning service, which left our pool sparkling clean. We would definitely recommend Taylor to anyone in need of pool repairs or maintenance.

Fix swimming pool robot cleaner

$150

Taylor went above and beyond to help us. He was very helpful, a great communicator and did a fantastic job. I can’t recommend him highly enough. Six stars!

Pool pump repair

$1,000

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Why book a pool maintenance and repair service through Airtasker?

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

Clean Pool

$100

Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Need to clean my pool. Roughly 13 x 8m

Underground Pool cover Install(Custom Made 2600 W X 600 W X 700 D)

$123

Malaga WA 6090, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Looking for some one to Install Underground pool cover Custom Made: 2600W X 600 W X 700H Need to dig and prepare concrete pit next to concrete pool. Current glass balustrade need to secure and place it back in position

Replace a pool chlorinator with a new one already purchased.

$100

Newport NSW 2106, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I have purchased a new pool chlorinator (Water TechniX Salt & Magnesium Chlorinator - AXis 30G) to replace my old one (Waterco Hydrochlor TS 20SC). I need the new one to replace the old one. The job requires basic PVC pipe cutting and gluing, as the power pack simply plugs into a standard outdoor power point.

Pool maintenance

$10

The Ponds NSW 2769, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Hi, I am a new owner of the pool & living in The Ponds. I need a maintenance service of my pool & it's filter & equipment. there is a small leak on the pvc piple which also needs to be look after. let me know your quote & what service you offer & then we can arrange a suitable time for the service.

Swimming pool needs cleaned

$180

Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Pool needs cleaned Our robot vaccum stopped working (wire snipped) waiting to get it sent off to be fixed so if possible if you have your own Probs needs some chemicals to get it cleaned Nearly sure it is a salt chlorine pool if that makes any sense lol Would be great if you could write a list of instructions also for me to remember how to clean the pool also and a list of products I may need so I can keep on top of it over summer

Pool technician, struggling pool cleaner.

$100

Bundall QLD 4217, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Struggling pool cleaner. I’ve cleaned filters. They weren’t that bad and the cleaner moved 2 metres. Don’t think this is the main issue. There is a consistent flow of bubbles entering the pool. I’ve checked seals but could do with some lube to make sure this isn’t the issue around O ring. Any help would be appreciated.

Fibreglass Pool cracks repair

$180

Benowa QLD 4217, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Found 3 cracks on floor of fibreglass pool need to be repaired ASAP as water level dropped 2 inches a day. Please see photos

Swimming pool - ready for summer

$220

Highbury SA 5089, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Our swimming pool needs a proper clean after winter. Need help with this

Pool blockage

$100

Penrith NSW 2750, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Ive had my pool turned off for a few months. When I turn the filter, its not sucking the water through the pipes. I am sure there is air in the pipe (maybe a blockage) from skimmer box to filter . Also a reset of the timer would be good

Great communication, easy to work with. Totally recommend

Chlorinator for pool

$500

Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, Australia

29th Aug 2026

I need a new chlorinator or to try and repair mine. It seems as though it has lost power.

Helpful incredible advice and an honest great person. Highly recommend recommended.

Pool cleaning, maintenance and refill (first time owning indoor pool)

$400

Picnic Point NSW 2213, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Hi, I’ve recently moved into this house with indoor heated pool and it should be all working and running just wanted someone to come show me how it works and double check it all maintain or clean how it works

Fast, clean and efficient. Fair with price! Professional.

Pool vacuum only, no other requirement

$100

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Require someone to vacuum debris out of pool ready for spring. No testing or other maintenance required. Should have your own equipment as our’s is not complete. Pool is around 4 x 9m deepest end is around 2m.

Amazing job, easy to communicate with and very knowledgeable and helpful.

Pool clean and service

$120

Naremburn NSW 2065, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Just need the pool cleaned and usual monthly service.

Everything was perfect. Highly recommend

Pool cleaning service

$100

Denham Court NSW 2565, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

Pool is 7x3 requires cleaning Currently has some algie Pool equipment do work however needs cleaning to bring it to blue.

I needed my pool cleaned asap due to vacating the property. He attended and cleaned the pool, sent me before and after pictures and explained the process nicely. Thanks Eric

Hi, we would like our green pool cleaned

$300

Lugarno NSW 2210, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

Pool located in Lugarno Once the issue is resolved we would like ongoing maintenance/ instructions to prevent it occurring again.

Eric was very efficient, dependable and friendly. Fantastic at his job! Will certainly be using him again.

Pool Cleaning

$110

Vaucluse NSW 2030, Australia

21st Aug 2026

One‑off Detailed Pool Clean

perfect service, so.good

Pool filter picked up and disposed and 60kg sand in buckets

$150

Alfords Point NSW 2234, Australia

21st Aug 2026

pool filter picked up and disposed and 60kg sand in buckets filter is disconnected

he was great to work with

Plumber to pressure test pipes

$200

McKinnon VIC 3204, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Need pipes for a spa to be pressure tested before i backfill.

Great service thanks

Install quick-connect fitting for pool drain hose

$130

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

15th Aug 2026

I have a swimming pool with a waste/discharge outlet next to the pump. At the moment I attach a flexible discharge hose directly to the PVC outlet using a hose clamp each time I need to lower the pool water level. I'd like to replace this with a permanent quick-connect fitting, ideally a camlock or similar, so I can easily connect/disconnect the discharge hose. The existing PVC outlet appears to be 40mm nominal pressure PVC (~48mm outside diameter). The flexible discharge hose is approximately 38mm internal diameter. Looking for someone experienced with pool/PVC plumbing to: * Supply the appropriate fittings * Fit a permanent quick-connect fitting to the PVC outlet * Fit the matching connector to my existing discharge hose * Test it for leaks under normal pool-pump discharge pressure Happy for you to recommend the best type of quick-connect fitting rather than necessarily using a camlock. *Please include supply of the required fittings/parts in your offer.*

Excellent work - solved a tricky problem with no fuss. Will use again.

Spa clean and sanitisation

$150

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Need our already drained 3-person spa thoroughly cleaned and sanitised so we can refill it and fix up the chemicals. Need professional and appropriate cleaning products and equipment to be provided by the airtasker

Jake did an excellent job. The spa looks pristine. Thank you!

Recent Pool Repair tasks

Replace a pool chlorinator with a new one already purchased.

$100

Newport NSW 2106, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I have purchased a new pool chlorinator (Water TechniX Salt & Magnesium Chlorinator - AXis 30G) to replace my old one (Waterco Hydrochlor TS 20SC). I need the new one to replace the old one. The job requires basic PVC pipe cutting and gluing, as the power pack simply plugs into a standard outdoor power point.

Fibreglass Pool cracks repair

$180

Benowa QLD 4217, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Found 3 cracks on floor of fibreglass pool need to be repaired ASAP as water level dropped 2 inches a day. Please see photos

Fix my plunge pool

$300

Mount Warren Park QLD, Australia

29th Aug 2026

My plunge pool electric panel isn't turning on. Needing a service too.

Replace pool pump intake elbow

$120

Mermaid Waters QLD 4218, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Pool pump intake valve has an air leak. I narrowed it down to this elbow. Need it replaced so I can continue working on my deck.

Pool heater replacement/changover

$500

Mermaid Waters QLD 4218, Australia

28th Aug 2026

I need a pool heater removed and a new one i have installed. prefreby the old one removed too but not essential. will need 2 people as needs to come down the side of the house.

Pool resurface/repair

$9,000

Leanyer NT 0812, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Pool needs to be emptied, resurfaced and any repairs once empty

Drain and refill, repair service outdoor "Built in Spa"

$350

Willagee WA, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Built-in Sunken Spa – Restoration and Servicing Required The existing built-in sunken spa requires draining, thorough cleaning and sanitisation, inspection and servicing of the spa equipment, re-filling with fresh water, and appropriate chlorination/water treatment to return the spa to a clean, hygienic and fully operational condition. A qualified spa/pool technician is required to inspect the pump, filtration, heating and associated equipment and undertake any necessary servicing or repairs.

Fix the leaking of spa and clean up

$10

Keysborough VIC 3173, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Leaking from underneath One of the jet nozzles

Spa Repair

$10

Lindfield NSW 2070, Australia

1st Aug 2026

I have a drop-in spa in my new place. Need someone with experience to helps me resolve a few leaks occurring. Water level drops quite quickly to this point.

On time, super friendly and knows his way around a SPA

Pool concrete cancer repair - small drip - hourly rate

$70

Cammeray NSW 2062, Australia

31st Jul 2026

43 year old concrete pool Tiled approx 25 years ago Leak below pool about one drip per minute when pool is full, pool is now empty Concrete cancer to area below

Very helpful and knowledgeable for concrete cancer repairs

Pool valve cover replacement

$150

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

19th Jul 2026

Need to replace the valve cover at the bottom of the pool with a low profile weight bearing cover - to allow robot cleaner not to get stuck

Knew his stuff - no fuss - would definately recommend

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!

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