Once-Off Swimming Pool Clean-Ups in Gauteng
Is your swimming pool green, cloudy, full of algae or covered in leaves and debris?
Rent a Gardener provides professional once-off swimming pool clean-ups and green pool recovery services throughout Johannesburg and Gauteng. Our equipped team cleans, treats and balances neglected residential and commercial pools without requiring a monthly maintenance contract.
Most serviceable pools show a major improvement within 24–48 hours. Severely contaminated pools, or pools with faulty pumps or filters, may require additional treatment or repairs.
Request a Pool Clean-Up Quotation
Call or WhatsApp Stephan on 083 560 1551
Professional Green Pool Recovery
A green pool is normally caused by algae growth, poor circulation, incorrect chemical levels, accumulated debris or malfunctioning filtration equipment.
Simply adding more chlorine may not solve the underlying problem. Our team assesses the water and equipment before deciding on the correct cleaning and treatment process.
What Our Once-Off Pool Clean-Up Includes
Our standard green pool recovery service may include:
- Pool-water testing and condition assessment
- Removal of leaves, algae and loose debris
- Brushing of pool walls, steps and floor
- Manual deep vacuuming
- Surface skimming
- Cleaning of the pump and weir baskets
- Backwashing and rinsing the filter
- Inspection of the pump, filter and circulation system
- Adjustment of pH, alkalinity, stabiliser and chlorine
- Final water test and maintenance recommendations
Mosaic and waterline cleaning can be added when required.
Our Green-to-Blue Pool Cleaning Process
1. Pool and Equipment Assessment
We inspect the pool water, pump, filter, weir, baskets and circulation system. This helps identify equipment problems that could cause the pool to turn green again.
2. Debris and Algae Removal
Leaves and loose debris are removed before the pool walls, steps and floor are thoroughly brushed.
3. Deep Vacuuming and Filtration
The pool is vacuumed and the filter is backwashed or rinsed as required. Heavily contaminated pools may need to be vacuumed to waste.
4. Chemical Treatment
The water is tested and the required treatment is calculated according to the pool volume and condition.
5. Final Inspection
We conduct a final water test, inspect the circulation and advise you on how to keep the water clear.
Once-Off Pool Clean-Up Prices
| Pool size | Price from |
|---|---|
| Up to 20,000 litres | R1,785 |
| 40,000 litres | R3,570 |
| 60,000 litres | R5,355 |
| 80,000 litres | R7,140 |
| Above 80,000 litres | Add R89.25 per 1,000 litres |
Prices are based on normal access and functioning pool equipment. Final pricing depends on the confirmed pool volume, water condition, quantity of debris and treatment required.
Pump repairs, filter-sand replacement, acid washing, excessive solid-waste removal, draining and replacement water are quoted separately when necessary.
Calculate Your Pool Volume
Use this formula for a rectangular swimming pool:
Length × width × average depth × 1,000 = litres
For example:
8 m × 4 m × 1.5 m × 1,000 = 48,000 litres
If you are unsure, send us the pool measurements and photographs with your enquiry.
Who Needs a Once-Off Pool Clean-Up?
This service is suitable for:
- Green or algae-infested pools
- Pools left unattended during holidays
- Neglected pools at rental properties
- New homeowners taking over a dirty pool
- Pools affected by storms or heavy rain
- Pools that will not clear after DIY treatment
- Estate agents and property managers
- Residential, sectional-title and commercial properties
Gauteng Service Areas
We provide once-off pool cleaning in Johannesburg, Randburg, Sandton, Roodepoort, Midrand, Fourways, Bryanston, Edenvale, Bedfordview, Alberton, Centurion and surrounding Gauteng areas.
Travel or call-out charges may apply outside the normal service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take to turn my green pool blue?
Most pools show substantial improvement within 24–48 hours. Severely neglected pools, black water, excessive debris or faulty equipment may require longer or an additional visit.
Does the pool need to be drained?
Usually not. Most green pools can be recovered by treating, filtering and vacuuming the existing water. Draining is only recommended when the water or pool surface requires specialised treatment.
What happens if the pump or filter is faulty?
We inspect the equipment during the clean-up. Any repairs, replacement parts or filter-sand changes will be quoted separately before work proceeds.
Can you provide ongoing pool maintenance afterwards?
Yes. After restoring the pool, you can request a weekly or scheduled swimming pool cleaning and maintenance service to keep the water clean and balanced.
What should I send when requesting a quotation?
Send clear photographs of the pool water, pool floor, pump and filter, together with the pool dimensions and suburb.
Restore Your Green Pool
Stop spending money on chemicals that do not solve the problem. Let our equipped team assess, clean and restore your swimming pool.
Request My Pool Clean-Up Quotation
Call or WhatsApp Stephan on 083 560 1551
