We test before we treat
Reading the water first isn't optional to us.
Swimming Pool Cleaning in Al Sham, Jeddah
Al Sham sits inside the old walled city with narrow lanes and close-packed buildings. Underground pipes and fittings are very old, some dating decades without renewal. Pools here may suffer weak pressure or leaks from corroded pipework. Water may carry rust residue, and chemical balance is complicated because old mineral deposits live inside the pipes themselves.
- 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 Sham
Old pipes here may shed rust deposits into the water, and water pressure may be weak or inconsistent due to internal scale and corrosion. For the method itself, see the full swimming pool cleaning page.
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The first reason
Ageing pipework leaves rust and sediment in the water
Conduits in the old quarter may be plain iron, not stainless steel. Rust enters the water and leaves orange staining on tile and grout. We test water pH because rust indicates high acidity that may irritate skin and eyes.
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The second reason
Weak or erratic water pressure from scaled and blocked pipes
Old pipes may be clogged with lime scale or rust inside. This cuts flow rate and the pump cannot operate efficiently. We may need chemical pipe cleaning or replacement of damaged sections.
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The third reason
Underground leaks from corroded or cracked pipes
Ageing pipes may split or corrode from the inside. Rapid water level drop or damp appearing in the street indicates leakage. Excavation and pipe replacement is costly but necessary when it occurs.
What swimming pool cleaning covers in Al Sham
A historic quarter with tight lanes and densely clustered buildings. Pipes and conduits beneath the streets are very old, some designed originally for drainage rather than fresh water supply, never upgraded.
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Water chemistry tested first
Testing water pH first helps identify whether rust from pipes is affecting the chemistry, as high acidity signals rust presence.
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Brushing walls and waterline
Walls in Al Sham need regular scraping to remove orange rust staining and lime scale deposits from mineral-rich and corroded water.
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Vacuuming the pool floor
Floor vacuuming removes sediment and particulates that come from the old pipes.
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Skimmer and baskets cleaned
Skimmer and baskets need regular cleaning because deposits accumulate fast from mineral-rich and rust-contaminated water.
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Filter backwash
Backwash alone may not be enough here if deposits are heavy; additional chemical treatment may be needed.
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Chemical balance reset
Final chemical balance must address pH and rust together; they cannot be treated separately.
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 Sham
Historic district: close-set buildings, narrow lanes and ageing services
Historic means old pipes that may be compromised, which fundamentally alters water chemistry. Rust, lime scale and high acidity are not external contamination but the product of the pipework itself. Understanding how ageing infrastructure affects water quality is essential.
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 Sham
Pool water has strange orange deposits or discolouration; what causes it?
This is rust from old iron pipes. Corroded pipework releases iron oxide into the water. We test pH and add a treatment to remove rust. Sections of pipe may need replacement if rust is severe.
Water pressure in the pool is very weak; what causes this?
Old pipes may be clogged with lime scale or rust inside. We may need chemical pipe cleaning or replacement of blocked sections.
Water level drops quickly; is there a hidden leak?
We test whether it is evaporation or leakage first. If leakage is confirmed, pipes underground may be damaged. We inspect the ground around the pool for dampness.
Is rusty water safe for children to swim in?
Light rust is not dangerous, but we treat it anyway. We test pH and iron content, then clean the water with chemical treatment.
Would replacing all the pipes solve rust problems permanently?
Yes, if we replace with stainless steel conduits. The cost is high and excavating under a narrow old street is difficult and disruptive.
The water smells strange even with chlorine; what is causing this?
Rust and old deposits in pipes can cause off-odours. We test the water carefully and add special treatment. Deep pipe cleaning may be needed.
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 Sham 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 Sham.
Other services in Al Sham
We provide these in Al Sham too, and more than one can share a single visit.
