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Always Clear Pools and Spa

1135 Oakleaf Dr
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro

Always Clear Pools and Spa

1135 Oakleaf Dr
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Always Clear Pools and Spa, located in sunny South Carolina, is your go-to solution for all your pool and spa cleaning and maintenance needs. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to providing top-notch service to ensure your oasis remains pristine year-round. We specialize in routine cleaning, chemical balancing, and equipment maintenance, tailored to meet the unique requirements of your pool or spa. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, we use environmentally friendly products and the latest techniques to keep your water crystal clear and safe for enjoyment. Whether you have a residential or commercial pool, our reliable services will give you peace of mind, allowing you to relax and enjoy your investment. Trust Always Clear Pools and Spa for expert care and a sparkling clean environment!

"We had problems with our in-ground chlorine swimming pool after another HomeAdvisor-recommended pro had been unable to keep it clean and chemically balanced. Always Clear Pools (Samuel) responded very quickly and even came out the same day to look over out setup and problems. He has a good eye for details, a good accumulation of experience in diagnosis and repair/recovery, a great work ethic, and he is very personable to boot. He quickly diagnosed our problems and had them fixed in two days. His wide assortment of equipment and tools includes a stand-alone pool pump and filter assembly so he can vacuum out problem impurities without having them clog up your integrated pool equipment. And he can lower your water bill by fixing the root problems and not having to repeat vacuuming out the same old problem every week (as did our previous pool service). "

Patrick S on May 2025

Always Clear Pools and Spa, located in sunny South Carolina, is your go-to solution for all your pool and spa cleaning and maintenance needs. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to providing top-notch service to ensure your oasis remains pristine year-round. We specialize in routine cleaning, chemical balancing, and equipment maintenance, tailored to meet the unique requirements of your pool or spa. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, we use environmentally friendly products and the latest techniques to keep your water crystal clear and safe for enjoyment. Whether you have a residential or commercial pool, our reliable services will give you peace of mind, allowing you to relax and enjoy your investment. Trust Always Clear Pools and Spa for expert care and a sparkling clean environment!

"We had problems with our in-ground chlorine swimming pool after another HomeAdvisor-recommended pro had been unable to keep it clean and chemically balanced. Always Clear Pools (Samuel) responded very quickly and even came out the same day to look over out setup and problems. He has a good eye for details, a good accumulation of experience in diagnosis and repair/recovery, a great work ethic, and he is very personable to boot. He quickly diagnosed our problems and had them fixed in two days. His wide assortment of equipment and tools includes a stand-alone pool pump and filter assembly so he can vacuum out problem impurities without having them clog up your integrated pool equipment. And he can lower your water bill by fixing the root problems and not having to repeat vacuuming out the same old problem every week (as did our previous pool service). "

Patrick S on May 2025


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Creative Pool Solutions

734 Riverland Dr
4.91(
77
)
Approved Pro

Creative Pool Solutions

734 Riverland Dr
4.91(
77
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Creative Pool Solutions delivers expert repairs, diagnostics, upgrades, and consulting for residential and commercial pools throughout Charleston and the Lowcountry. Formerly Chemistry Pools (est. 2006), we specialize in smart, precision-driven service that makes your pool system work beautifully. We handle equipment repairs and upgrades including pumps, filters, heaters, salt systems, and automation. We provide scuba-certified leak detection, heating and cooling solutions, saltwater conversions, and energy-efficient system redesigns. Our services also include commercial pool work, safety cover installations, swim current systems like Endless Pools and Badu, remote video consultations, and backyard enhancements like custom outdoor kitchens. We are authorized dealers and service providers for Hayward, AquaCal/AutoPilot, Speck/Badu, and Endless Pools.

"Great service, returned all calls quickly. Installation was done as soon as heater was delivered and the yard was left in better condition than when they arrived!"

Kelly S on April 2023

Creative Pool Solutions delivers expert repairs, diagnostics, upgrades, and consulting for residential and commercial pools throughout Charleston and the Lowcountry. Formerly Chemistry Pools (est. 2006), we specialize in smart, precision-driven service that makes your pool system work beautifully. We handle equipment repairs and upgrades including pumps, filters, heaters, salt systems, and automation. We provide scuba-certified leak detection, heating and cooling solutions, saltwater conversions, and energy-efficient system redesigns. Our services also include commercial pool work, safety cover installations, swim current systems like Endless Pools and Badu, remote video consultations, and backyard enhancements like custom outdoor kitchens. We are authorized dealers and service providers for Hayward, AquaCal/AutoPilot, Speck/Badu, and Endless Pools.

"Great service, returned all calls quickly. Installation was done as soon as heater was delivered and the yard was left in better condition than when they arrived!"

Kelly S on April 2023


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Island Aquatics, LLC

746 Tiller Road
4.92(
20
)
Approved Pro

Island Aquatics, LLC

746 Tiller Road
4.92(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience in the pool industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from pool maintenance to filter replacements. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Island Aquatics, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Joe from Island Aquatics was excellent. The diagnostic was free, and he would not leave until he was able to determine what the issue was. He ran through all the systems and sensors but there was no issue. He called the factory tech which stated that it was a gas pressure issue which he knew it wasnâ t. He would not stop until he was able to determine what the issue was. Turned out it was the main computer board. Ordered the part, replaced and back in operation. Could not have been happier"

Tim F on April 2023

With over 10 years of experience in the pool industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from pool maintenance to filter replacements. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Island Aquatics, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Joe from Island Aquatics was excellent. The diagnostic was free, and he would not leave until he was able to determine what the issue was. He ran through all the systems and sensors but there was no issue. He called the factory tech which stated that it was a gas pressure issue which he knew it wasnâ t. He would not stop until he was able to determine what the issue was. Turned out it was the main computer board. Ordered the part, replaced and back in operation. Could not have been happier"

Tim F on April 2023


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Ace Pool Services

500 Raleigh Cir Apt 5120
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro

Ace Pool Services

500 Raleigh Cir Apt 5120
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
12 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Ace Pool Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I hired Ace Pool Services for pool cleaning, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Bogdan did an amazing job, he was very professional and completed the cleaning in a timely manner. I highly recommend Ace Pool Services! "

Tim B on August 2025

Ace Pool Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I hired Ace Pool Services for pool cleaning, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Bogdan did an amazing job, he was very professional and completed the cleaning in a timely manner. I highly recommend Ace Pool Services! "

Tim B on August 2025


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Tadpools

Bulloch County
3.00(
2
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Tadpools

Bulloch County
3.00(
2
)
Customers say: Terrific value
31 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project.We are family oriented and we believe in family togetherness, what brings a family together better than a pool? Let us help you make lasting memories.We look forward to working together with you and your in ground swimming pool needs!

"Your responses are very professional & politically correct, nice for all those who are viewing, unlike the real experiences those people above as well as my husband & I have with your business. We contacted Tad Pools to put up a 18"X33"X54" oval above ground pool, that we purchased. My husband & I & some friends put the original one up many years ago and after Hurricane Helene damaged it, we decided to hire someone to put it up. We promply paid the deposit. It was scheduled to be installed 7/12/25. We gave Brennan (Lead hand who broke a foot & was in a boot)& his help Caleb, the manual, which by the way, was emailed to Tad Pools on two occasions, well in advance to review, just incase they hadn't put up this model before & left them alone to do their job. They left 6pm. Returned the next morning as this is not a 4-6 hour job as Shelby had told them. I was outside when they began to put the pool wall up. It was folding over developing creases as two people are not enough to put up a pool with a wall this size. My husband & I along with a neighbor rushed out to hold the wall as it was going up. We spent the rest of the afternoon trying to do damage control. It was then that we started to notice that the base was not installed correctly, the skimmer and return hole was not in the correct position as per the instruction manual. We pointed this out and together, took the wall down to reposition it, The guys were trying to get the wall into the base with the track filled with sand so my husband brought out his air compressor & my job was to blow out the sand as they tried to insert the wall edge. It was all last minute, to try to save the installation of our pool. Once they left, We took a closer look at the work & agreed that this installation has a lot of structural problems. The base was not secured, the pool was not square, where the two edges came together needed to be behind an upright, I could go on. The next day, I called Shelby to let him know that this pool has to come down once again and they need to start over and it was clear to us that they have not put up a pool like this before because if they did, there wouldn't be so many issues & know that a pool this size requires more people. As I was sharing facts, he began yelling and telling me that I was talking to him as if he were a child. I was telling you the facts Shelby, your responses were a 'child-like tantrum'. Hearing you through the phone, my husband took it from me to tell you the same things I told you. They were given another opportunity to make it right and improve their reputation (nothing there to save from what I have come to learn). We recognized that if we continue with this company, my husband will have to take more time off work & we would have to be present to monitor, review & assist with the installation to minimize the problems. We were given dates, for your return waiting half a day at times, for your guys' arrival with no communication, only for you to cancel. This occurred several times. They finally showed up on a Wed. 7/23/25 with a third person to take the pool down and reinstall. When taking it down they broke 3 parts. We asked Brennan to ask Shelby when they can return so we can have the broken replacements here. Overnighting the parts was a pointless expense if they couldn't come out the next day. We were given the following Wed.7/30/25 as their return date. My husband paid to ensure we got them Tues. Tues.7/29/25, my husband let Brennan know we had the parts in hand. That was when Brennan told him that they were not going to be able to come out on Wed. as was agreed. Maybe Thurs. or Fri. of that week. Fri. Brennan showed up to tell us that he cannot get people to show up for work. HE also noticed that the pool has to come down again as there were parts forgotten, Shelby (owner) insisted weren't important. Meanwhile, he has been working with Shelby on other pools. . We finally had enough. We did EVERYTHING we could to work with this company, paying them to put up a pool they knew nothing about, paying them for us to oversee and help with. And to boot, it cost us a pretty penny to ship broken replacement parts. This company (Shelby) wants your money and cares nothing about the work they do. There is no integrity, no pride in doing what is right. The only thing Shelby is good at doing is postponing, making false promises and jerking you around. We requested our deposit back. He had no intention to return the deposit which was the majority of the payment for this s*** show. Once my husband told him that we knew where the courthouse was located (a road we discussed we would go down if needed), Shelby agreed to return most of it. It was agreed that they keep $500 for Brennan and Caleb's labor. My husband and I felt that those boys worked hard and tried their best to make it happen, but if you don't know what you are doing it is wasted energy. Since Hurricane Helene, we have dealt with many contractors who run their customers through the assembly line without a care in the world taking their money, leaving them holding the bag and some cases (2 occasions for us) in worse shape then we started. Even when you do your homework to vet contractors you still are left disappointed. This is what I have learned. Every time you hire a contractor, make notes of dates, worked, canceled, time they arrive and leave, TAKE PICTURES of everything. Should things go south, you have documentation to move to small claims court. Don't threaten it unless you are willing to go down that road. Also, many contractors are bonded. Ask for who they are bonded with when you go to hire them. You can reach out to the bonding company for assistance in getting the work done right if there are problems down the road. Contractors-word of mouth-your best chances of a positive outcome. Write reviews. Both positive and negative experiences. I know this sounds contradicting but I feel that a lot of companies have trumped up reviews. Tad Pools was rated 5 stars on Angie's List where I found them. Reviews can be helpful but not always reliable. Tread careful my friends and good luck."

Marilyn V on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project.We are family oriented and we believe in family togetherness, what brings a family together better than a pool? Let us help you make lasting memories.We look forward to working together with you and your in ground swimming pool needs!

"Your responses are very professional & politically correct, nice for all those who are viewing, unlike the real experiences those people above as well as my husband & I have with your business. We contacted Tad Pools to put up a 18"X33"X54" oval above ground pool, that we purchased. My husband & I & some friends put the original one up many years ago and after Hurricane Helene damaged it, we decided to hire someone to put it up. We promply paid the deposit. It was scheduled to be installed 7/12/25. We gave Brennan (Lead hand who broke a foot & was in a boot)& his help Caleb, the manual, which by the way, was emailed to Tad Pools on two occasions, well in advance to review, just incase they hadn't put up this model before & left them alone to do their job. They left 6pm. Returned the next morning as this is not a 4-6 hour job as Shelby had told them. I was outside when they began to put the pool wall up. It was folding over developing creases as two people are not enough to put up a pool with a wall this size. My husband & I along with a neighbor rushed out to hold the wall as it was going up. We spent the rest of the afternoon trying to do damage control. It was then that we started to notice that the base was not installed correctly, the skimmer and return hole was not in the correct position as per the instruction manual. We pointed this out and together, took the wall down to reposition it, The guys were trying to get the wall into the base with the track filled with sand so my husband brought out his air compressor & my job was to blow out the sand as they tried to insert the wall edge. It was all last minute, to try to save the installation of our pool. Once they left, We took a closer look at the work & agreed that this installation has a lot of structural problems. The base was not secured, the pool was not square, where the two edges came together needed to be behind an upright, I could go on. The next day, I called Shelby to let him know that this pool has to come down once again and they need to start over and it was clear to us that they have not put up a pool like this before because if they did, there wouldn't be so many issues & know that a pool this size requires more people. As I was sharing facts, he began yelling and telling me that I was talking to him as if he were a child. I was telling you the facts Shelby, your responses were a 'child-like tantrum'. Hearing you through the phone, my husband took it from me to tell you the same things I told you. They were given another opportunity to make it right and improve their reputation (nothing there to save from what I have come to learn). We recognized that if we continue with this company, my husband will have to take more time off work & we would have to be present to monitor, review & assist with the installation to minimize the problems. We were given dates, for your return waiting half a day at times, for your guys' arrival with no communication, only for you to cancel. This occurred several times. They finally showed up on a Wed. 7/23/25 with a third person to take the pool down and reinstall. When taking it down they broke 3 parts. We asked Brennan to ask Shelby when they can return so we can have the broken replacements here. Overnighting the parts was a pointless expense if they couldn't come out the next day. We were given the following Wed.7/30/25 as their return date. My husband paid to ensure we got them Tues. Tues.7/29/25, my husband let Brennan know we had the parts in hand. That was when Brennan told him that they were not going to be able to come out on Wed. as was agreed. Maybe Thurs. or Fri. of that week. Fri. Brennan showed up to tell us that he cannot get people to show up for work. HE also noticed that the pool has to come down again as there were parts forgotten, Shelby (owner) insisted weren't important. Meanwhile, he has been working with Shelby on other pools. . We finally had enough. We did EVERYTHING we could to work with this company, paying them to put up a pool they knew nothing about, paying them for us to oversee and help with. And to boot, it cost us a pretty penny to ship broken replacement parts. This company (Shelby) wants your money and cares nothing about the work they do. There is no integrity, no pride in doing what is right. The only thing Shelby is good at doing is postponing, making false promises and jerking you around. We requested our deposit back. He had no intention to return the deposit which was the majority of the payment for this s*** show. Once my husband told him that we knew where the courthouse was located (a road we discussed we would go down if needed), Shelby agreed to return most of it. It was agreed that they keep $500 for Brennan and Caleb's labor. My husband and I felt that those boys worked hard and tried their best to make it happen, but if you don't know what you are doing it is wasted energy. Since Hurricane Helene, we have dealt with many contractors who run their customers through the assembly line without a care in the world taking their money, leaving them holding the bag and some cases (2 occasions for us) in worse shape then we started. Even when you do your homework to vet contractors you still are left disappointed. This is what I have learned. Every time you hire a contractor, make notes of dates, worked, canceled, time they arrive and leave, TAKE PICTURES of everything. Should things go south, you have documentation to move to small claims court. Don't threaten it unless you are willing to go down that road. Also, many contractors are bonded. Ask for who they are bonded with when you go to hire them. You can reach out to the bonding company for assistance in getting the work done right if there are problems down the road. Contractors-word of mouth-your best chances of a positive outcome. Write reviews. Both positive and negative experiences. I know this sounds contradicting but I feel that a lot of companies have trumped up reviews. Tad Pools was rated 5 stars on Angie's List where I found them. Reviews can be helpful but not always reliable. Tread careful my friends and good luck."

Marilyn V on August 2025



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Dwell Master LLC

No reviews yet

Dwell Master LLC

No reviews yet
1 years of experience

**Dwell Master** is a premier property maintenance company dedicated to providing top-notch service to residential and commercial properties. With a strong commitment to reliability, efficiency, and attention to detail, Dwell Master ensures that every property is well-cared for and maintained to the highest standards. Our team of skilled professionals offers a comprehensive range of services, including routine maintenance, repair work, landscaping, and cleaning services. We understand that every property is unique, and we tailor our services to meet the specific needs of each client. At Dwell Master, we believe in building long-term relationships with our clients. We achieve this by delivering consistent, high-quality service and by being responsive and adaptable to our clients' changing needs. Our goal is to take the stress out of property maintenance, allowing property owners and managers to focus on what they do best. We are committed to sustainability and use environmentally friendly products and practices wherever possible. We also stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure we are providing the best possible service. In short, Dwell Master is more than just a property maintenance company. We are a trusted partner in preserving the value and enhancing the appeal of your property. Choose Dwell Master for all your property maintenance needs, and experience the difference that professional, reliable, and personalized service can make.

**Dwell Master** is a premier property maintenance company dedicated to providing top-notch service to residential and commercial properties. With a strong commitment to reliability, efficiency, and attention to detail, Dwell Master ensures that every property is well-cared for and maintained to the highest standards. Our team of skilled professionals offers a comprehensive range of services, including routine maintenance, repair work, landscaping, and cleaning services. We understand that every property is unique, and we tailor our services to meet the specific needs of each client. At Dwell Master, we believe in building long-term relationships with our clients. We achieve this by delivering consistent, high-quality service and by being responsive and adaptable to our clients' changing needs. Our goal is to take the stress out of property maintenance, allowing property owners and managers to focus on what they do best. We are committed to sustainability and use environmentally friendly products and practices wherever possible. We also stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure we are providing the best possible service. In short, Dwell Master is more than just a property maintenance company. We are a trusted partner in preserving the value and enhancing the appeal of your property. Choose Dwell Master for all your property maintenance needs, and experience the difference that professional, reliable, and personalized service can make.


Charles pools

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Charles pools

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Charles pools We do a weekly service on pools cleaning,blowing the deck off ,checking and adding chemicals. Building new construction vinyl pools and fiberglass. Renovation putting liners in, plumbing electrical concrete

Charles pools We do a weekly service on pools cleaning,blowing the deck off ,checking and adding chemicals. Building new construction vinyl pools and fiberglass. Renovation putting liners in, plumbing electrical concrete


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Safewater Electric, LLC

2154 N Center St
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Safewater Electric, LLC

2154 N Center St
No reviews yet

We are your Pool, Spa, Hot tub, docks, pumps, or fountain electricians. The only electrical company that specializes anywhere water and electricity need to safely meet. With 15 years of electrical experience in the residential pool industry, we currently wire about 250 pools a year and growing. Bonded and insured with licensed electricians. We are the preferred electrical company for nearly every pool builder in the Charleston region. Pool panel wiring. Hot tub wiring. Pool power upgrades. Dock wiring. Anything where electricity and water meet.

We are your Pool, Spa, Hot tub, docks, pumps, or fountain electricians. The only electrical company that specializes anywhere water and electricity need to safely meet. With 15 years of electrical experience in the residential pool industry, we currently wire about 250 pools a year and growing. Bonded and insured with licensed electricians. We are the preferred electrical company for nearly every pool builder in the Charleston region. Pool panel wiring. Hot tub wiring. Pool power upgrades. Dock wiring. Anything where electricity and water meet.


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A&J Handyman Services

Tall Pines Road
5.00(
8
)

A&J Handyman Services

Tall Pines Road
5.00(
8
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Looking for reliable and skilled appliance repair and handymen in Charleston? Look no further than A&J Handyman Services. Our team of experts is ready to tackle all your problem appliances and home projects with precision and efficiency. Contact us today for top-notch service you can trust.

"I recently had the pleasure of hiring A&J Handyman Services for a series of home improvement projects and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the very beginning, the communication was clear and responsive. They were incredibly accommodating to my schedule and were punctual for every appointment. The team demonstrated a high level of professionalism and attention to detail in their work. They tackled a range of tasks including driveway extension, landscaping, pressure washing, and interior and exterior painting with efficiency and expertise. Each project was completed to the highest standard, and they were always willing to go the extra mile to ensure everything was perfect. What stood out to me was their commitment to cleanliness and respect for my home. They made sure to clean up at the end of each day, which really minimized the disruption to our daily life. The pricing was transparent and fair, providing great value for the quality of service received. I was particularly impressed by their problem-solving abilities and how they provided effective solutions for unexpected issues that arose during the projects. I highly recommend A&J Handyman Services to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality home improvement services. They have truly exceeded my expectations and have earned a loyal customer in me."

Teresa H on March 2024

Looking for reliable and skilled appliance repair and handymen in Charleston? Look no further than A&J Handyman Services. Our team of experts is ready to tackle all your problem appliances and home projects with precision and efficiency. Contact us today for top-notch service you can trust.

"I recently had the pleasure of hiring A&J Handyman Services for a series of home improvement projects and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the very beginning, the communication was clear and responsive. They were incredibly accommodating to my schedule and were punctual for every appointment. The team demonstrated a high level of professionalism and attention to detail in their work. They tackled a range of tasks including driveway extension, landscaping, pressure washing, and interior and exterior painting with efficiency and expertise. Each project was completed to the highest standard, and they were always willing to go the extra mile to ensure everything was perfect. What stood out to me was their commitment to cleanliness and respect for my home. They made sure to clean up at the end of each day, which really minimized the disruption to our daily life. The pricing was transparent and fair, providing great value for the quality of service received. I was particularly impressed by their problem-solving abilities and how they provided effective solutions for unexpected issues that arose during the projects. I highly recommend A&J Handyman Services to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality home improvement services. They have truly exceeded my expectations and have earned a loyal customer in me."

Teresa H on March 2024

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Pool and Spa Servicing questions, answered by experts

Many people find saltwater tubs worth the upfront expense. They cost less to maintain than traditional hot tubs, so you can save in the long term. Maintenance is also easier, typically involving balancing the pH and cleaning the tub rather than adding chemicals. They’re also gentler on sensitive skin, and you won’t walk away with a strong chlorine odor.

No, you cannot clean your hot tub filters in the dishwasher. While it may seem like a good idea, the dishwasher soap isn’t gentle enough for hot tub filters and can damage them. Gentle cleaning is better when cleaning the hot tub filters and keeping them intact.

A compact unit designed for two to three people typically weighs approximately 500 pounds in its empty state. On the other hand, a larger hot tub meant for up to six people can weigh around 1,000 pounds when empty. Materials used also impact weight. Less expensive hot tubs are typically lighter because they are made of molded plastic or fiberglass.

You can drain a hot tub very quickly by using a submersible pump rather than the hose-sized drain at the bottom exterior of the tub. A pump can move up to 30 gallons per minute, draining your hot tub in no time. Using the regular drain can take up to two hours.

Where you drain a hot tub largely depends on local regulations, but you must not drain chemically treated water where it can damage the environment. Direct the water toward a sanitary sewer drain that will take it to a treatment facility. If your lawn has a dedicated drainage area that’s free from plants and foundations, you can likely drain it there. Avoid storm drains, as the hot tub water will enter waterways and could hurt aquatic life. Likewise, do not pour it out directly on any public land or where it can get into your neighbors’ property. 

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