We test before we treat
Reading the water first isn't optional to us.
Swimming Pool Cleaning in Al Rabie, Jeddah
Al Rabie is a new district within Obhur Al Shamaliyah on the Jeddah Madinah Road, part of an urban tract still under development with vacant plots and ongoing construction surrounding the homes. Pools here sit in a landscape of bare ground and construction dust, and the water faces constant exposure to fine silica and airborne particles.
- 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 Rabie
Emerging neighbourhoods in north Jeddah lack vegetation and are exposed, so wind carries sand from all directions with greater force than in densely planted areas. For the method itself, see how we approach swimming pool cleaning.
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The first reason
Vacant ground around the house is an direct sand source
In a district under construction, no mature trees or landscaped gardens stop soil erosion. Sand lifts on any breeze and enters the pool directly; the water stays turbid even on calm days.
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The second reason
New concrete foundations have not yet settled and leak moisture
Very new homes still have curing concrete that sheds moisture and fine sand from beneath it. This enters the water from under the walls and increases turbidity from an additional direction.
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The third reason
No close-packed neighbouring homes break the wind pattern
An isolated new district with no dense building blocks means wind strikes the pool directly at full force, lifting fine sand easily and delivering it in high volume.
What swimming pool cleaning covers in Al Rabie
A newly developing district within Obhur's northern spread, served only by main roads with large stretches of open land around homes and pools that remain unplanted.
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Water chemistry tested first
Testing starts with turbidity and sand load before testing chlorine, because the filter may already be blocked before chemistry matters.
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Brushing walls and waterline
Brushing is gentle in Al Rabie because tile is new, but fine sand on walls needs a soft brush rather than vigorous scrubbing.
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Vacuuming the pool floor
Vacuuming must run slower and deeper because fine sand settles quickly and requires thorough passes to lift completely.
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Skimmer and baskets cleaned
The skimmer and baskets fill with fine dust within days, so daily or every-other-day cleaning is routine, not weekly.
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Filter backwash
The filter requires very frequent backwash, possibly twice weekly or more during windy periods, to keep mesh open.
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Chemical balance reset
Chemical balance is straightforward here because the water is new, but turbidity may not clear for several days even with thorough treatment.
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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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.
The character of Al Rabie
New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes
A new development district means the home and pool sit surrounded by vacant plots and fresh foundations, exposing the water to repeated waves of sand, silica and groundwater seepage. Treatment here is not about chlorine alone but about managing continuous turbidity.
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 North Jeddah
North Jeddah is largely newer villa districts and compounds around Obhur and inland from it. Homes here tend to have marble or porcelain floors, large windows and a garden or courtyard, so the routine is set by what comes in from outside: fine sand carried on sandals, and sprinkler spray that dries to a chalky ring on tiles. Near the creek and the coast, sea air leaves a faint salt film on glass and on outdoor cushions, which stiffens fabric. Curtains and upholstery in these open plan rooms catch the dust that settles overnight.
Questions about swimming pool cleaning in Al Rabie
Will sand from bare ground reduce when we plant trees and grass?
Yes, once landscaping matures and roots stabilise the soil, sand ingress will drop noticeably. Until then, treatment cycles remain heavy and frequent.
Should I cover the pool with a shade cloth net to keep sand out?
A cloth net helps with coarse material but fine silica particles pass through any weave. The pool will need frequent treatment regardless of cover type in this developing zone.
The water stays very cloudy a week after treatment. Is the filter broken?
Usually the filter is sound, but fine sand blocks the mesh rapidly. You may need backwash twice weekly instead of once, and we can add a water clarifier to help.
The pool floor feels gritty and rough to walk on. Is this normal for a new district?
Yes, fine particles settle and remain on the floor even with regular vacuuming. Vacuuming here happens more often and a gritty feel is normal in young neighbourhoods.
Do I need special chemicals to deal with fine sand in the water?
Standard chlorine does not remove sand particles. We use a water clarifier (coagulant) that bunches fine particles so they sink quickly to the floor where suction can lift them.
How often per week should Al Rabie pools be treated in the early years?
At minimum twice weekly in the early phase, and after a year or two as landscaping matures and traps soil, it may reduce to a single weekly service.
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 Rabie 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 Rabie.
Other services in Al Rabie
We provide these in Al Rabie too, and more than one can share a single visit.
