We test before we treat
Reading the water first isn't optional to us.
Swimming Pool Cleaning in Al Widad, Jeddah
Al Widad is a small district in east Jeddah with pools in simple homes and older apartment blocks alongside new subdivisions. Streets are narrow and the neighbourhood is tightly built, and water needs careful testing because surrounding land may be low or damp, and this affects water quality from the very first fill.
- 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 Widad
Water in Al Widad pools at first fill often carries fine sand or haze from local boreholes, because ground water in this area holds fine minerals and particles that may need special filtration. For the method itself, see how we approach swimming pool cleaning.
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The first reason
Local borehole water carries minerals and fine sediment from the start
Borehole water in east Jeddah holds minerals and ultrafine particles. When the pool fills, these particles remain suspended and give the water a white or milky tint. The filter needs aggressive backwashing and the floor needs frequent vacuuming until the water clears completely. This settling process takes longer than with city supply water.
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The second reason
Low ground and dampness shift chemical balance at the start
Al Widad sits in terrain where ground level may be lower relative to surrounding areas, and damp soil affects what enters the pool from the surrounding earth. Water pH may run higher than in other neighbourhoods because soil composition influences mineral content. Chemistry needs stronger initial adjustment to compensate.
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The third reason
Older housing requires gentler treatment to protect simple surfaces
Many homes in Al Widad are decades old, and pools may be small or simply constructed. Walls may be basic ceramic tile or even rendered concrete, not marble. Brushing requires care because materials are delicate and may suffer if chemistry is too aggressive. Treatment must balance effectiveness with surface protection.
What swimming pool cleaning covers in Al Widad
Al Widad sits within the Taibah sub-municipality area on the general Asfan road in east Jeddah, one of a cluster of small simple neighbourhoods, close to the University of Jeddah road.
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Water chemistry tested first
Water from boreholes may carry minerals; the initial test must measure chemistry and suspended particles, not chlorine and pH alone. Sediment must be recognised as a separate problem.
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Brushing walls and waterline
Old ceramic tile walls need careful gentle brushing, not aggressive scrubbing, because the surface may be brittle. Deposits are removed carefully to preserve the tiles.
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Vacuuming the pool floor
The floor requires deep weekly vacuuming because mineral sediment accumulates fast, and the filter needs strong backwashing to remove the fine particles that borehole water carries.
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Skimmer and baskets cleaned
Skimmers and baskets carry more mineral deposits than in other neighbourhoods; cleaning must be thorough to remove brown and white crusty buildup that forms from mineral-rich water.
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Filter backwash
The filter needs aggressive initial backwashing to clear the fine particles that borehole water introduces, and may need more frequent backwashing throughout the year.
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Chemical balance reset
Chemical balance may need stronger initial adjustment because borehole water pH runs higher than city supply. Acids are needed more aggressively in the first treatment to bring pH into safe range.
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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3
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 Widad 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.
The character of Al Widad
Mixed district: shops at street level with homes above them
Mixed means old simple homes and older blocks alongside newer subdivisions, and pools range from a small pit in a modest villa to a basic tank in an old apartment block.
Questions about swimming pool cleaning in Al Widad
Why does fresh water in the Al Widad pool have a milky haze on the first day?
Local boreholes carry fine minerals and ultrafine particles. When the pool fills, these particles remain suspended, creating a white or cloudy appearance. The filter needs deep backwashing and the floor needs repeated vacuuming until the water clears fully, a process that may take several days.
Is borehole water safe to swim in immediately without chemical treatment?
Water is safe once chlorine and pH are balanced, but fine particles may remain suspended. Treatment removes contaminants but sediment may continue to accumulate on the floor, so regular vacuuming is essential. Initial water clarity may lag behind city-supply neighbourhoods.
Does low-lying ground around the pool affect water quality and chemistry?
Yes, damp soil around the pool basin raises ground moisture, which makes walls prone to algae faster than in drier neighbourhoods. Chemistry may need stronger adjustment to control growth, and walls may accumulate films more readily.
Do old ceramic tile walls need more careful brushing than marble surfaces?
Older surfaces are more prone to pitting and micro cracks, so brushing requires gentle care. Strong chemistry may damage the surface, so balance is more important than raw strength. Assessment of each wall's condition must guide the approach.
Does older simple housing need different treatment than modern villas?
Yes, because materials and construction standards differ. Treatment needs precise assessment of each pool, and may need to be gentler rather than stronger to protect walls and floors from harm while still achieving clarity.
How often per year should an Al Widad pool be serviced during the hot season?
Weekly service at minimum, potentially more if the water carries sediment from the first fill. Weekly chemistry testing and regular floor vacuuming are essential. Mineral load and climate may mean more frequent treatment than neighbourhoods with cleaner water supply.
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 Widad 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 Widad.
Other services in Al Widad
We provide these in Al Widad too, and more than one can share a single visit.
