Pool Care for Orange County’s “Community for Life”
Maitland touts itself as “A Community For Life,” and with well-maintained pools and property, it goes a long way in (successfully) proving it to anyone who steps foot here. Flanked by lakes on both sides of S Orlando Ave, Maitland’s a classic lakefront burb with a lot of homes and pools dating back to the 1970s and 1990s. With that age means even more diligent pool upkeep in Maitland, FL.
PoolTek’s been in business in Orlando, cleaning and maintaining pools since 2003. Whether you’re on a Lake Maitland home with a good view of Dog Island in the distance or you’re tucked alongside Lakes Hope, Charity, and Faith, your pool’s continued operation’s what we’re all about.
Pool Cleaning & Maintenance
PoolTek’s got a 10-step cleaning process that we swear by. It’s not just “we clean your pool,” either. Our process really shines here in Maitland where there’s debris from the mature landscaping, the high humidity, the chlorine burn-off, and the ever-present algae risk.
Skimmer clears and surface skimming matter a lot more here, too; especially if you’re living in or near Maitland Woods, and Minnehaha Shores. We also swear by our in-depth pool testing. DIY pool tests don’t cut it in Maitland; they’re not 100% reliable. The PoolTek team uses digital testing to get the exact data to help you keep your pool clean. And chlorine holds differently from June-September. The PoolTek crew adjusts and tests those chemistry angles seasonally for you.
Pool Equipment Repair in Maitland, FL
PoolTek has an in-house pool equipment repair team, and our crew has seen how Maitland’s older pools have more frequent repair needs these days. For example, a lot of Maitland pools came with single-speed pumps that are now great candidates for variable-speed upgrades.
We provide salt cell service and replacement, heater repairs (both gas and electric), filter grid rebuilds, cartridge cleaning, and tank replacement. We’ll also do any pre- and post-storm checks for you so you’re both prepared and can make sure everything’s in working order afterwards.
Pool Opening & Start-Up
Maitland’s got the great fortune of having nice enough weather all year-round for pools to never really close down for the season if the owner doesn’t want. But with snowbirds, new home renovations, new construction, and more, pool openings are one of our key services.
But at PoolTek, we give Maitland pool owners a slew of perks with our pool opening services:
- We offer weekly maintenance packages that work for you
- PoolTek performs new equipment installs and even smart system upgrades
- We do pump, filter, heater, and plumbing repairs
- Advanced pool automation setup
- And a complete system diagnostic so we can catch any pool issues early on
Schedule Your Maitland Pool Service Today
Don’t let your Maitland pool fall by the wayside. PoolTek’s here to keep it clear and sparkling for you, every day of the year. We’re a licensed, insured, and bonded crew that’s been repairing, cleaning, and opening pools for decades. Doesn’t matter if you’re near the Art & History Museum or your home’s ringing Lake Catherine, we’re the pool pros you can count on.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PoolTek licensed and insured to work in Maitland?
Yes. Our pool contractor license is CPC1460328, and we have full commercial licensing, bonding, and insurance. Every one of our techs is a verified W-2 employee who cleared a background check. PoolTek’s been serving Orange County and Maitland for quite a while, so we know what qualifications and bona fides matter here.
How do I protect my Maitland pool before a hurricane or tropical storm?
First and foremost, don’t drain the pool. Might seem counterintuitive, but the counterweight of the water goes up against the massive pressure from rising groundwater. Since Maitland’s dotted with lakes, the water here rises a lot faster, and it’s more risky here rather than a drier suburb somewhere else. But besides not draining the pool, remove equipment, tools, and anything else that could get destroyed or be a hazard during any storm.
My pool looks fine, do I still need pool maintenance in Maitland, FL?
Yes. A pool that looks clear isn’t necessarily balanced. Since it’s so humid here in Maitland, that means that chlorine burn off (the rapid loss of chlorine) can quickly outpace what your eyes can detect. And even testing with home DIY testing kits doesn’t tell the whole story; that’s why having a crew that’s been doing it for 20+ years really matters here. We test the water’s chemistry every visit to make sure that, even if it looks fine from the surface, it is fine underneath it all.