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Pool Cleaning in Birmingham, AL

Compare 6 local pool cleaning pros. Typical service: $94–$140.

Top Pool Cleaning Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Elite Pool Services

    4.7★ (425 reviews)

    4.7★ from 425 reviews

    +12054901385Website

  2. 2.Clear Swim Pool Care

    4.8★ (41 reviews)

    4.8★ from 41 reviews

    +12055986771Website

  3. 3.Puddle Pool Services

    5.0★ (18 reviews)

    5.0★ from 18 reviews

    +12052360823Website

  4. 4.Standridge Professional Power Washing LLC.

    5.0★ (18 reviews)

    5.0★ from 18 reviews

    +12056134221

  5. 5.Billy Branch Pool Service

    4.6★ (9 reviews)

    4.6★ from 9 reviews

    +12054477239Website

  6. 6.ALBERT POOL CARE SERVICES

    4.5★ (8 reviews)

    4.5★ from 8 reviews

    +12054228722Website

Pool Cleaning Cost in Birmingham

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
Weekly service$94–$140/mo
One-time cleaning$140–$234/job
Pool opening$281–$468/job
Pool closing$234–$374/job
Green-to-clean$374–$655/job

Pool Cleaning prices in Birmingham run about 7% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Birmingham, rated 4.8★ on average across 519 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Birmingham's weather means for scheduling pool cleaning.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

Permit typically required

  • Routine pool cleaning requires no state license
  • Swimming pool projects of $5,000 or more require an Alabama licensed contractor
  • Residential pool barriers must be at least 4 feet high with self-closing, self-latching gates

License required: Alabama contractor license (projects $5,000+)

Sources: genconbd.alabama.gov

Pool Cleaning FAQs for Birmingham

How much does pool cleaning cost in Birmingham?

Weekly pool service in Birmingham typically runs $94-$140 per month.

When should I open my pool in Birmingham?

Most Birmingham pools open around March 26, after the last frost near March 26.

Do I need a permit for pool work in Birmingham, AL?

In AL, Routine pool cleaning requires no state license. Verify with the Birmingham building department.

How many pool companies serve Birmingham?

We track 6 pool professionals serving Birmingham.

When should I close my pool in Birmingham?

Plan to close by November 11, ahead of the first frost around November 11.

Is pool service in Birmingham more expensive than the national average?

Pool service in Birmingham runs about -6.5% versus the national average.

Do I need year-round pool service in Birmingham?

Yes — Birmingham averages 2,058 cooling degree days a year and summer highs near 91F, so pools stay open and need service through the winter.

How does Birmingham heat affect pool chemistry?

Summer highs around 91F in Birmingham accelerate chlorine burn-off and evaporation, so most pools need more frequent chemical checks than the national norm.