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Pool Cleaning in Charleston, SC

Compare 9 local pool cleaning pros. Typical service: $98–$147.

Top Pool Cleaning Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Charleston Pool & Spa

    3.8★ (35 reviews)

    3.8★ from 35 reviews

    +18437697727Website

  2. 2.Fiberglass Pools of The Carolinas

    4.6★ (18 reviews)

    4.6★ from 18 reviews

    +18434766865Website

  3. 3.Aquanova Pools

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +18434754550Website

  4. 4.Infinite Pool Solutions

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +18432143667

  5. 5.Son of Simmons Pool Services

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +19803105640Website

  6. 6.Pool Scouts of the Lowcountry

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18434665606Website

  7. 7.Charleston Pools and Service LLC

    +18542335033Website

  8. 8.The Pool Genies

    +18436060647Website

  9. 9.Adaro Pools

    +18544446324Website

Pool Cleaning Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Weekly service$98–$147/mo
One-time cleaning$147–$245/job
Pool opening$294–$490/job
Pool closing$245–$392/job
Green-to-clean$392–$685/job

Pool Cleaning prices in Charleston run about 2% 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 9 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.7★ on average across 72 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling pool cleaning.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

Permit typically required

  • South Carolina licenses the business entity and requires a named Qualifying Individual responsible for the work
  • Residential pool work is licensed through the SC Residential Builders Commission
  • Residential pool barriers must be at least 4 feet high with self-latching gates

License required: SC LLR residential builder license with a Qualifying Individual

Sources: llr.sc.gov

Pool Cleaning FAQs for Charleston

How much does pool cleaning cost in Charleston?

Weekly pool service in Charleston typically runs $98-$147 per month.

When should I open my pool in Charleston?

Most Charleston pools open around February 6, after the last frost near February 6.

Do I need a permit for pool work in Charleston, SC?

In SC, South Carolina licenses the business entity and requires a named Qualifying Individual responsible for the work. Verify with the Charleston building department.

How many pool companies serve Charleston?

We track 9 pool professionals serving Charleston.

When should I close my pool in Charleston?

Plan to close by December 23, ahead of the first frost around December 23.

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

Pool service in Charleston runs about -2.1% versus the national average.

Do I need year-round pool service in Charleston?

Yes — Charleston averages 2,375 cooling degree days a year and summer highs near 88F, so pools stay open and need service through the winter.

How does Charleston heat affect pool chemistry?

Summer highs around 88F in Charleston accelerate chlorine burn-off and evaporation, so most pools need more frequent chemical checks than the national norm.