What will I be doing?

Anyone who has owned a pool or spa knows how much work cleaning it can be. It seems like a pool needs to be constantly checked and adjusted. If you have experience caring for pool systems, consider a home-based pool cleaning and maintenance service.

What will I need to start?

Equipment for cleaning pools and spas will vary from floating cleaners to skimmers and chemicals. You will probably need a pickup truck or small van to carry your equipment and supplies from job to job.

Most important, you’ll need training and experience with pool maintenance. While there are books and videos on the subject, nothing replaces hands-on experience. If this is a business you would enjoy but you don’t have enough training, consider working for a large pool maintenance service for awhile to develop knowledge and skills.

Who will my customers be?

Most of your customers will be homeowners and apartment complex owners with private swimming pools. In some cities, pool owners can be found by checking the county tax assessor’s records. You can also offer pool maintenance services to public pools or to gymnasiums. You can try to find your customers through public records or you can advertise your services in local newspapers and let your customers find you, or your can do both.