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Our pool maintenance services keep the water clear, the equipment running and small issues from growing into expensive repairs. Some homeowners call us once, when the water turns green or the filter pressure climbs. Others want help through the whole swim season. Both are exactly the kind of work we want more of. A maintenance visit covers the water, the surfaces and the equipment pad. Because our team also builds and renovates pools, we can spot early signs of a leak, a worn liner or a failing pump and explain what they mean before they become urgent. Seasonal visits are covered on our opening and closing page.
We look after pools of every type and age, not only the ones shown here. These photos are projects we have built, which is why we know what sits under the water and behind the equipment. There is more in the project gallery.
Most service calls start with something the homeowner can see or hear. Here is what we usually find, and what a maintenance visit does about it.
We provide pool maintenance and service calls in Andover, North Andover, Billerica, Dracut, Salem, Atkinson, Plaistow, Merrimack and nearby towns. A single visit to fix one problem is welcome, and so is a season of regular care. If you just bought a house with a pool and are not sure where to begin, we can walk you through the basics on the first visit.
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We work with homeowners across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Pick your town to see local details, or ask us if yours is not listed.
We start by testing the water for chlorine, pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness, then adjust the chemistry so it is comfortable for swimmers and gentle on the pool surface. Next comes cleaning: skimming the surface, brushing the walls and steps, vacuuming the floor and emptying the skimmer and pump baskets. At the equipment pad we read the filter pressure, look for drips and listen to the pump and motor. If something needs a part or a bigger repair, we explain it and leave the decision with you. Before we leave, you hear what we did and what to keep an eye on.
Why Mountainscapes
Clear water is the goal, but the cause of a problem matters too. Our team builds, renovates and repairs pools, so when something is off we can usually tell whether it comes from the chemistry, the equipment or the pool itself.
Chlorine, pH, alkalinity and calcium kept in range so the water stays clear and surfaces last longer.
Skimming, brushing walls and steps, vacuuming the floor and emptying baskets so debris does not clog the system.
Backwashing sand filters or cleaning cartridges, and replacing filter media once it stops doing its job.
Pump, motor, heater and timer looked over for leaks, noise and wear before they fail in the middle of summer.
Algae cleanups for pools left too long, with shocking, brushing and filtering until the water is clear again.
Spring startup and fall winterizing, available on their own or as part of season-long care.
What do pool maintenance services include?
A typical visit covers water testing and balancing, skimming, brushing, vacuuming, emptying baskets and checking the filter, pump and heater. We also handle problems such as algae, cloudy water or equipment that stops working. Tell us what you need, from one visit to regular help, and we will plan around it.
Can I book a one-time service call?
Yes. One-off visits are welcome, whether the water has turned green, the pump will not prime or you simply want someone to look over a pool that came with a new house. We explain what we find, so you can keep things running yourself afterward if you prefer.
How often should a pool be serviced?
During the swim season, water chemistry should be tested often, the pool skimmed and the baskets emptied regularly, especially after storms or heavy use. How much you do yourself is up to you. Many owners handle the routine tasks and call us for balancing problems, equipment trouble and seasonal work.
Why does my pool keep turning cloudy or green?
The usual causes are low chlorine, high pH, a dirty or undersized filter, or the pump not running long enough each day. Heavy rain and hot weather make it worse. We test the water, check circulation and the filter, and fix the cause rather than just adding more chemicals.
Do you service pools you did not build?
Of course. Any vinyl liner, gunite or fiberglass pool is fine. If a visit uncovers a bigger issue, such as a worn liner, we can handle that too. Our guide on when a liner needs replacing explains the warning signs.
Do you also open and close pools for the season?
Yes. Spring opening and fall winterizing are separate visits you can book on their own or add to regular care. Our pool opening and closing page covers what each visit includes and why a careful closing matters in a New England winter.
