We test before we treat
Reading the water first isn't optional to us.
Swimming Pool Cleaning in Wadi Mareekh, Jeddah
Wadi Mareekh, now named Al Taysir, is an eastern Jeddah zone under active development with new residential and commercial schemes of villas and apartment blocks. Pools here sit in new homes on building sites, and construction dust enters the water fast. Maintenance needs special attention because the environment changes constantly.
- 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 Wadi Mareekh
Pools in Al Taysir often fill with clean water at first, but construction dust clouds the water fast and fine sand fills the filter. For the method itself, see what swimming pool cleaning involves.
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The first reason
Active construction dust enters water and filter rapidly
Ongoing building nearby raises fine dust and sand into the air, and open pools absorb this dust fast. The filter fills with fine sand and needs frequent backwashing. Water can turn cloudy within a week of active nearby construction.
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The second reason
Vacant plots around pools gather dust and moisture
New schemes contain empty land between villas and blocks, and wind collects dust and moisture in these open spaces. Pools near vacant plots receive more dust than those enclosed by buildings.
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The third reason
First water is clean but maintenance must be swift
New floors and tanks mean first-fill water may be clear. But construction dust enters the pool fast, and the team needs quick response and efficient work. Delays of just days mean cloudy water and a clogged filter.
What swimming pool cleaning covers in Wadi Mareekh
An eastern Jeddah area now called Al Taysir, stretching along Palestine Street and King Abdullah Feeder Road, with ongoing construction of new residential and commercial plots including villas and apartment blocks, Al Taysir Park and grand mosque, and vacant plots between new buildings.
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Water chemistry tested first
We test the water first in Al Taysir because active building changes water quality fast, and accurate testing guides our approach.
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Brushing walls and waterline
Walls are new and easy to clean, but dust may settle fast so we scrape gently and rinse thoroughly.
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Vacuuming the pool floor
The floor may hold fine construction sand, so we vacuum gently without re-suspending dust if heavy suction might raise it again.
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Skimmer and baskets cleaned
The skimmer and baskets fill with construction sand quickly, so we inspect and clear them thoroughly each visit.
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Filter backwash
The filter needs frequent backwashing because of construction dust, and we may need twice-weekly cycles during peak building.
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Chemical balance reset
We test chemical balance after cleaning and treat the water according to what the test shows.
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 Wadi Mareekh
New development: ongoing construction and vacant plots between the homes
A new development area means pools are in new homes and buildings still under construction, and work requires flexible scheduling because the building environment changes. The team understands the situation is temporary and coordinates visits based on current building activity and dust levels.
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 Wadi Mareekh
Does construction dust continue all year or just during the building season?
Building continues year-round in Al Taysir because many schemes are underway. Summer may be harsher because heat lifts dust higher. Winter is lighter but building does not stop, so dust is continuous.
Is water from a new tank clean enough to skip the first cleaning?
Fresh water from a new tank is usually clean. But construction dust enters the pool immediately after filling. We test the first water and then clean the filter within days of the first fill.
Do new villas need different treatment than older homes?
New villas have clean foundations and new pipes, but construction dust means the same issues. Treatment is similar but frequency may be higher in new builds because of surrounding construction.
Will water quality improve once nearby construction ends?
Yes, when nearby building finishes, construction dust will reduce significantly. But building continues in other Al Taysir zones. It is likely construction will continue for years before full completion.
Is there a quiet season in the year when construction slows and we can reduce cleaning?
Building continues year-round in Al Taysir, though winter is slightly quieter. Summer and autumn are peak building and dust. We recommend a regular schedule throughout the year.
How often per year should a new pool in Al Taysir be serviced in the first year?
We recommend weekly service in the first year because building continues and dust is heavy. After year one, if conditions stabilise, we may move to ten-day intervals. Testing guides the schedule.
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 Wadi Mareekh 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 Wadi Mareekh.
Other services in Wadi Mareekh
We provide these in Wadi Mareekh too, and more than one can share a single visit.
