Pool Opening Service

Start your swim season off the right way with a professional pool opening by the Skipper’s team.

Pool Opening: What’s Included?

INGROUND &
ABOVE GROUND POOLS

Due to possible damage from our equipment, we do not service soft-sided pools. 

– Remove, brush, rinse, protect and fold winter pool cover
– Remove, drain, and clean water tubes
– Reinstall ladders, handrails, and other hardware (No Above Ground)
– Brush coping and skimmer
– Remove winter plugs
– Hook up and test pool equipment
– Light heater and test
– Routine netting and vacuuming of the pool and brush pool walls and floor
– Chemically treat and balance water 
– Give notes & recommendations to customer as needed

 

*If requested, additional chemicals can be left and heater can be left on. 

Important Note For Saltwater Pools

Salt is not added at opening. Pools must circulate for at least 24 hours, then salt levels and water chemistry should be tested before adding salt or additional chemicals. Salt systems do not work until water temperatures get around 65* +.  Pool owners should supplement with liquid shock/tablets until salt system is producing chlorine.

Ready To Open Your Pool?

Contact us today to schedule your pool opening or to learn more about optional services. Should you wish to see a more detailed service explanation, it is available upon request.