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Swimming Pool Cleaning in Al Taawun, Jeddah
Al Taawun is a new district on the southern fringe of Jeddah, with modern housing schemes near Al Khumrah and heavy traffic routes. The location between the sea and main highways means water carries diesel soot and oils from trucks. Treatment here needs high precision because contaminants are heavy.
- 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 Taawun
Water here carries diesel soot and oils from heavy truck traffic on nearby roads, and air is mixed between sea humidity and diesel vapours. For the method itself, see how we approach swimming pool cleaning.
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The first reason
Diesel soot from heavy goods roads enters the pool water
South Jeddah is a corridor for heavy trucks heading to the port and industrial city. Diesel soot rides the air directly into pools. This soot forms a black oily film on the water and walls. Brushing must be vigorous and the filter clogs rapidly.
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The second reason
Truck engine oils mix with sea humidity in complex pollution
Location between sea and heavy roads means a complex mixture of pollutants. Diesel oil clings easily to pool walls, and humidity speeds bacterial growth. Treatment needs specialist chemicals.
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The third reason
Low foundations and humidity cause mould and musty smells
Many homes here sit low and sea humidity is high. Bathrooms and kitchens harbour mould, and stored fabrics take musty smells. Pools accumulate bacteria rapidly in this humidity.
What swimming pool cleaning covers in Al Taawun
A district on the southern edge of Jeddah near Al Khumrah with new housing schemes from the Ministry of Housing and rest houses, along the Jeddah to Al Laith road between heavy traffic routes and the sea.
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Water chemistry tested first
Al Taawun water carries diesel soot and oils from heavy roads, and initial testing reveals soot concentration and determines if specialist pre-treatment is needed.
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Brushing walls and waterline
Pool walls collect thick black layers of soot and oil, and brushing must be vigorous and may need specialist chemical washing to remove stubborn soot.
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Vacuuming the pool floor
The pool floor holds black oily soot sediment, and vacuuming must focus on removing these heavy oily layers.
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Skimmer and baskets cleaned
The skimmer fills with soot residue extremely fast because of the high load, and inspection three times weekly is essential.
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Filter backwash
Filter backwashing takes a long time because oily soot clings hard to the media. Specialist chemical cleaning may be needed monthly.
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Chemical balance reset
Chemical balance needs weekly testing and specialist chemicals may be needed to break down oils and soot. High humidity depletes chlorine rapidly.
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.
Landmarks of Al Taawun
Access to pools in Al Taawun depends on knowing their position near Al Laith Road and Al Hussein ibn Ali Street, as these two landmarks define the exact position in the new district, and the team needs knowledge of routes because the scheme is still under development and streets may change.
- Al Laith Road
- Al Hussein ibn Ali Street
- Rawdat Al Taawun Housing Scheme
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 South Jeddah
South Jeddah runs from the port and the industrial city down towards Al Khumrah, and homes here sit between the sea and the heavy goods roads. The dust is darker and oilier than in the north, a mix of diesel soot and workshop grit, and it clings to net curtains, window sills and the tops of kitchen cupboards. Floors in the older low rise housing are often plain cement or ceramic tile that darkens where soot is walked in. Humidity from the coast adds mildew in bathrooms and a musty smell in stored fabrics.
Questions about swimming pool cleaning in Al Taawun
Why does soot turn the water black so quickly?
Heavy trucks on the main road release diesel soot constantly. This enters the water directly and forms a black film. Weekly cleaning and precise treatment are absolutely essential.
How often per year should an Al Taawun pool be serviced?
Weekly servicing at minimum, and twice weekly in summer is likely needed. Soot and humidity mean constant load on the system.
Is black diesel soot dangerous for swimmers?
Yes, diesel soot can be harmful. Water with black soot is never safe for swimming. It must be removed before any water use.
Does a shade cloth over the pool protect against soot?
Partial cover helps slightly, but does not stop all soot. Regular treatment is the only real solution.
Does the nearby sea add extra problems?
Yes, humidity and salt from the sea add to soot problems. Humidity speeds mould growth, and salt interferes with chemical balance.
Will water quality improve when heavy truck traffic reduces?
Heavy traffic will not reduce because this is the main road to the port. Only small improvement is possible if truck numbers fall slightly, but soot will remain a constant problem.
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 Taawun 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 Taawun.
Other services in Al Taawun
We provide these in Al Taawun too, and more than one can share a single visit.
