How much does it cost to maintain a swimming pool?

New York, USA, August 12, 2024 – A “morning dip” or “afternoon soak” are just two of the many joyful experiences pool owners can count on. Doing either in a well-maintained pool comes with a price tag. We’re not talking about the pool financing you got when the pool was first installed. This is about the ongoing costs of keeping the pool safe, clean and operating at peak efficiency.

Maintenance costs come in different forms. Some depend on seasonal weather changes, while others are constant whenever the pool is open. Expect to pay roughly $180 a month while you’re in season. Opening and closing at the beginning and end of a season will also cost money, as will filling or draining the pool. Here’s how those costs break down:

Opening your pool at the beginning of the season

Homeowners in most states have an off-season when they need to close their pools. That gives bacteria and mineral deposits an opening to build up in the pool while people aren’t using it. Reopening a pool that hasn’t been completely drained involves testing the water, purifying it with chlorine, and cleaning the pool sides and bottom of any bacterial or vegetative buildup.

Opening your pool is about making it safe for people to swim in. Expect to spend between $100 to $500 to do that, including the cost of bringing in water if you partially drained your pool in the off-season. The rest of that cost is the fee for pH tests, the cost of chlorine, and labor costs if you hire pool cleaners. Doing it yourself is cheaper, but hiring an expert is worth it if you can.

Maintenance costs during the season

A swimming pool is a system made up of pumps, pipes, and filters that process chemically treated water. Pumps may break down, pipes can burst, and filters need to be changed. Expect the worst and hope for the best. Be prepared for this by budgeting at least the $180 a month mentioned above to cover pool maintenance costs during the season. That should cover all your basic needs. You can even save a bit more to stay on the safe side to account for any price fluctuations.

Electricity is also a cost when you maintain a swimming pool. The pumps run on electricity, and so do most of the devices you’ll use to clean your pool. Heaters, especially if you have a hot tub attached to the pool, can consume significant wattage. Prices for that wattage are variable, so calculate your electricity costs separately from other pool maintenance expenses.

Closing costs at the end of the season

Most pool owners lower the water to a certain level when they close their pool rather than drain it completely. That gives the water room to expand if it freezes. It’s also a good idea to shut off and drain any pipes leading to the pool. Leaving water in them could cause breakage during the winter cold. These costs can average between $170 to $300, depending on the size of your pool.

Sources:

https://www.forbes.com/home-improvement/pool/pool-maintenance-cost/

https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-maintain-swimming-pool.htm

https://www.angi.com/articles/pool-closing-costs.htm

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