The Business
Pool opening (spring) and closing (fall) are concentrated 4-6 week seasons at each end of the year. Average job is $200-350 for opening or closing. A solo operator can complete 5-8 jobs per day. Bundle with weekly pool cleaning service ($80-150/week) for year-round recurring revenue. The opening/closing client base easily converts to weekly service.
How to Start
Take an online pool chemistry certification ($100-200). Buy a basic chemical kit and test equipment ($500-800). Market heavily in March for opening season and August for closing bookings. Nextdoor and local Facebook groups drive strong word-of-mouth in pool-dense neighborhoods.
Equipment Needed
- ▸Pool chemistry test kit
- ▸Chemicals
- ▸Cover pump
- ▸Leaf net
- ▸Basic plumbing tools
Licensing
Business license only
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“Pool opening/closing is a guaranteed semi-annual event. You have a 3-week spring rush and a 3-week fall rush. The customers who hire you in spring will hire you in fall — it's essentially a forced 6-month relationship that often turns into year-round maintenance.”
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