We test before we treat
Reading the water first isn't optional to us.
Swimming Pool Cleaning in Al Ammariyah, Jeddah
Al Ammariyah is a historic central Jeddah district around the Eve Cemetery, the city's oldest burial ground, positioned between Bab Makkah and Makkah Road on the edge of old Al Balad. Old apartment buildings crowd a very tight street grid, and pools are rare but when they exist the water is affected by density and age in particular ways.
- A full team, not one person
- Price agreed before we start
- Our own pumps and test kit
- Reworked in the same visit
What changes about swimming pool cleaning in Al Ammariyah
Pools here are very rare and usually small plunge pools in shared courtyards, and water retains high humidity while walls suffer from mould due to constant shade and poor air circulation. For the method itself, see our guide to swimming pool cleaning.
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The first reason
High density and narrow streets block all light
Al Ammariyah is extremely dense with tight lanes: pools in shared courtyards sit in shadow from the apartment blocks all day. Little light means more algae and the water stays perpetually damp even in hot summer.
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The second reason
Very old pipes affect water quality directly
Al Ammariyah is extremely old and the pipework may date from many decades ago. The water may carry high minerals and salinity from the ancient ground beneath. Testing first is critical because the problem may be in the water source itself, not the walls or pool.
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The third reason
Shared pools need coordination with many residents
If the pool is shared between several families, heavy use puts pressure on the whole system. The filter clogs faster and water needs more frequent treatment. Coordinating access times with residents matters for scheduling work efficiently.
What swimming pool cleaning covers in Al Ammariyah
The district is surrounded by a centuries-old cemetery and squeezed into a very narrow street grid of old residential blocks, and the ground is naturally damp because ancient water tables lie close beneath.
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Water chemistry tested first
Water from very old pipes needs precise testing for salts and total dissolved solids: chlorine may not work efficiently if minerals are high, so we test pH and alkalinity first before any additions.
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Brushing walls and waterline
Black walls and mould buildup of many years need very careful brushing because old tile may be thin and fragile, and after scrubbing we test the water and explain to residents that humidity may return the problem.
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Vacuuming the pool floor
Vacuuming is very slow because the closed courtyard blocks light and water may be turbid, and deposits may be hard packed so moderate pressure is needed rather than force to avoid stirring sediment.
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Skimmer and baskets cleaned
The skimmer may be clogged from years of neglect: thorough cleaning inside and out is essential, and we may need to carefully disassemble light piping to remove scale.
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Filter backwash
The filter may need strong backwashing and we may require two passes in one visit because scale has accumulated. We test water pressure after washing: if it remains weak, we recommend professional deep cleaning.
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Chemical balance reset
After dosing we check for leaks in the old pipes: extra humidity may come from an underground leak beneath the courtyard. We ask residents about unusual dampness in nearby rooms or under the floor.
Not included
- Repairing pumps, filters or pool plumbing
- Fixing cracks, leaks or replacing tile
- Draining and acid-washing an empty pool, that is a separate service
- Removing permanent staining from metals or long-neglected plaster
How a pool is actually cleaned
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Test before we add anything
pH, sanitiser and hardness are read at the start.
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Skim and net first
Floating leaves and debris come off before we brush.
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Brush walls, steps and waterline
Algae and the oily waterline film cling to the surfaces.
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4
Vacuum the floor
Silt settles in the deep end and the corners the return jets never reach.
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Clean the filter and baskets
The skimmer and pump baskets are cleared and the filter checked or backwashed.
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Balance, dose, and walk it with you
With the water clean, we balance and dose, then walk the pool with you before leaving.
Al Ammariyah on the map
Why us for this service in particular
A full team arrives together
The company runs a large crew, and we send a team rather than one person.
Our equipment, not rented
Pumps, vacuum heads and the test kit come with the team.
We say no when it's no
If the pump or the plumbing is the real problem, we tell you.
From our work
Photographs from real jobs carried out by the crew.
The job isn't closed until you approve it
The commitment is simple enough to actually keep: we don't leave until you've seen the result and had your say on it.
What is different about Central Jeddah
Central Jeddah is the old heart of the city: Al Balad with its coral stone houses, and the dense apartment quarters around it with shops beneath the flats. Floors here are often terrazzo or older ceramic tile, worn smooth and easily stained by cooking grease that drifts up from the street. Older kitchens and bathrooms carry heavy scale on taps and around drains, and pipework in the older blocks leaves rust marks in basins. Rugs and curtains take on the fine black dust of the main roads, so they need washing more often than elsewhere.
Questions about swimming pool cleaning in Al Ammariyah
Does water from these very old pipes need partial draining more often?
You may need partial water changes if the water carries very high minerals. But full weekly draining is not necessary if testing is accurate. We test first and then decide: the numbers tell us what is needed.
The pool is shared by several flats. Does heavy use make water problems worse?
Yes significantly: each extra person using the pool adds bacteria and pH shifts faster. Shared pools need testing more frequently. You may need treatment every three days instead of once a week.
Does street soot from vehicle exhaust reach the pool in the courtyard?
A closed courtyard protects the pool but air carries tiny particles. Leaves and fine dust still enter. The skimmer fills much faster than in open garden pools.
The walls are black from top to bottom. Is this mould or very old paint?
Usually mould because of dampness and shade. Brushing and testing the water together tells us: if blackness returns fast after scrubbing, the problem is chemistry and humidity, not lack of cleaning.
Does the filter clog faster because the district is so crowded?
Yes: the dense area and high foot traffic mean more dust. The filter may clog weekly instead of every two weeks. Backwashing every five days may be necessary here.
The pool sits in a closed courtyard. Does better ventilation actually help?
Yes greatly: even a simple window or improved courtyard airflow reduces dampness and mould significantly. The water may be chemically clean but damp air creates new problems: better ventilation is a cheap cure.
Do you repair pumps or filters?
No. We clean and balance the water and clear the baskets and filter, but repairing pumps, motors or plumbing is a separate trade. If we find a mechanical fault, we tell you what it is so you can get it fixed.
Do you drain the pool to clean it?
Not for a normal clean. Vacuuming, brushing and balancing are all done with the pool full. Draining and acid-washing is only for specific cases like heavy staining or a full reset, and that is a separate service we'd discuss first.
How much does swimming pool cleaning in Al Ammariyah cost?
It is set after the inspection, because it follows the size of the job, the materials involved and their condition. Send photos on WhatsApp and we will give you an estimate before we reach Al Ammariyah.
Other services in Al Ammariyah
We provide these in Al Ammariyah too, and more than one can share a single visit.
