Pool spring opening in Exmouth
Looking for professional pool spring opening help in Exmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable seasonal services across Exmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£85-£135
Typical Duration
1.5-2.5 hrs
Location
Exmouth
Swimming pool opened and prepared for summer. Cover removed, equipment reconnected, water chemistry balanced, and everything tested. From winter hibernation to swimming-ready in one visit.
### First Warm Weekend? Get Swimming
Spring's here and you want to be in the pool, not **spending three weekends wrestling with equipment and dosing chemicals** while the weather stays nice without you.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Open your pool in April before the first heat wave hits, not during it. Get the chemistry balanced while the water's still cool - much easier than fighting algae in warm water while everyone wants to swim.
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### Why Professional Opening Matters
Here's the difference between being swimming-ready in days vs. weeks of frustration:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ DIY Struggle | |--------------|---------------| | Equipment reconnected correctly | "Why isn't the pump working?" | | Chemistry balanced first time | Weeks of adjusting, still not right | | Problems identified early | Equipment fails mid-summer | | Swimming within 2-3 days | Still murky after 2 weeks |
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### What You Get
**☀️ The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Uncover** | Winter cover removed, cleaned, stored properly | | **Reconnect** | All equipment reassembled, tested, leaks checked | | **Balance** | Water tested, chemicals added, shock treated | | **Clean** | Vacuum if needed, skim surface, backwash filter |
**📦 You're Left With** - Pool system running smoothly - Water chemistry balanced - Clean, clear water - Ready to swim in 2-3 days
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### Pricing Guide
| Pool Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Small above-ground pool, clean water | 1.5 hrs | **£85** | | Standard in-ground pool, good condition | 2 hrs | **£110** | | Pool needing green water rescue | 2.5 hrs | **£135** |
*Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr. Chemicals cost separately - budget £30-60 depending on condition.*
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### Perfect For Your Pool If...
✅ **Want to swim early** - April/May opening
✅ **Properly winterized** - just needs reversing
✅ **Don't know what you're doing** - equipment is confusing
✅ **Found problems** - equipment damage, green water, leaks
Why Choose Us for Pool spring opening in Exmouth?
Cover removed and cleaned
Equipment reconnected and tested
Water chemistry balanced properly
Swimming-ready in days not weeks
What to Expect
### Step 1: Uncover & Assess Remove the winter cover carefully (they're always full of water and debris), check the water condition, look at equipment for obvious issues. This tells me whether we're doing a standard opening or a rescue mission. ### Step 2: Reconnect & Test Reinstall pump, reconnect filter, put back drain plugs (which you hopefully labelled and didn't lose), fill to proper level, prime the pump, start the system. Check for leaks, verify flow rates, make sure everything that should work does work. ### Step 3: Balance & Treat Test water chemistry fully, add whatever's needed (pH adjusters, chlorine, algaecide if it's green). Shock treat the water, vacuum the bottom if there's debris, backwash the filter. Run the system while explaining what ongoing maintenance you'll need to do.
Our Exmouth Service Coverage
We cover Exmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Exmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🧪 **Chemistry confusing?** Honestly, it confuses most people at first. I'll show you what the test kit results mean, what adjusts what, and the correct order to add things. Give it two weeks of practice and you'll have it down. **Green water rescue?** If your pool's a swamp, don't despair. I can usually rescue it without draining - heavy shock treatment, constant filtration, daily backwashing. Takes 5-7 days typically. Still cheaper and faster than draining and refilling thousands of gallons. **Equipment problems?** I'll spot issues during opening - leaking valves, struggling pump, dirty filter. Some things are quick fixes (new o-ring, clean impeller). Others need parts. I'll be honest about what's repair vs. replace. **Heat pumps?** These need careful startup - follow manufacturer procedure, check refrigerant, verify flow rates. I've got experience with most brands. If yours is complex or under warranty, I'll follow the book exactly. **Want a lesson?** I'm happy to walk you through the whole process while I do it. Most people who have pools opened professionally the first year do it themselves thereafter - they just needed to see it done once.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pool spring opening in Exmouth
What does pool spring opening involve?
I'll remove and clean the winter cover, reconnect all equipment (pump, filter, heater), refill to proper level, test and balance water chemistry, shock treat if needed, vacuum if there's debris, and run the system to make sure everything works. You'll be swimming within a few days once the chemistry's settled.
Will the water be green after being covered all winter?
Depends how well it was winterized. If it was done properly with chemicals and a good cover, the water's usually clear or slightly cloudy. If it wasn't winterized right, yes, it'll be green. I can usually rescue it without draining, but it takes more chemicals and time.
Do I need new chemicals for opening?
Almost always yes - chlorine, pH adjusters, shock treatment, and potentially algaecide if the water's dodgy. I'll test first and tell you exactly what's needed. Budget £30-60 for chemicals depending on pool size and water condition.
Can you open the pool if equipment was damaged over winter?
I'll identify any problems during setup and let you know. Cracked pump housing, split filter, seized valves - I'll spot them and advise on repair/replacement. Some things I can fix on the day, others need parts ordered. Always better to find out at opening than mid-summer.
How long until I can swim after opening?
Usually 2-3 days for the chemistry to stabilize after shock treatment and balancing. If the water was clear under the cover, sometimes 24 hours. If I'm rescuing green water, could be a week of treatment. I'll give you a realistic timeframe based on what I find.
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