St. Petersburg pools come in every shape and age. A 1950s plaster pool behind a Kenwood bungalow, a screened lanai pool in Gateway and a saltwater pool on a Snell Isle canal each need something different. Palmway Pools provides pool cleaning in St. Petersburg built around how your pool is actually used and where it sits.
We are local, licensed and fully insured, and the same technician comes back whenever possible. A photo report after every visit shows you the pool whether you are downtown at work or away for the summer.
Palmway Pools serves St. Petersburg as part of our Pinellas County pool service area. Call 844-307-1680 or book online.
Pool and Spa Services for St. Pete Homeowners
Most St. Pete customers start with weekly cleaning and add repairs, spa care or rental support as needed.
Weekly Pool Cleaning
Our weekly visits keep up with the oak leaves in Old Northeast and Crescent Lake and the salt-heavy breeze on the waterfront. Each stop covers skimming, brushing, vacuuming, baskets, filter pressure and full chemistry testing. Lightly used pools can move to a bi-weekly plan.
Spa & Hot Tub Cleaning
Plenty of St. Pete pools have an attached spa, and many courtyard homes have a standalone hot tub. We clean filters and surfaces and keep sanitizer steady, which matters in a small body of hot water.
Pool Equipment Repair
Older neighborhoods often still run aging pumps and original plumbing, while newer builds add heaters, salt systems and automation. We troubleshoot both.
Vacation Rental Pool Care
Short-term rentals are common close to downtown and on the water. We time cleanings around guest checkouts and send photos so you can confirm the pool is ready before the next arrival.
Why St. Pete Pools Need Steady Attention
Much of St. Pete is low-lying and close to Tampa Bay or Boca Ciega Bay. In Shore Acres, Coquina Key and Snell Isle, the breeze carries salt and pushes debris into skimmers, which is tough on heaters, pump motors and lights.
Away from the water, older streets are lined with live oaks and palms. Spring brings heavy pollen and leaf drop, and summer brings afternoon storms that dilute chlorine before strong sun burns off the rest. Weekly testing is the simplest defense against algae.
- Oak pollen film on the water in spring
- Leaf and acorn loads in historic neighborhoods
- Salt corrosion on waterfront equipment
- Rain-diluted chemistry after summer storms
- Screen enclosure repairs after hurricane season
Neighborhoods and ZIP Codes We Serve in St. Petersburg
Our St. Pete routes stretch from Gateway in the north to Pinellas Point at the southern tip.
- Old Northeast: Brick streets and big shade trees mean heavy leaf loads, so skimmer and pump baskets here need emptying every visit.
- Snell Isle: Canal and bayfront lots catch steady wind off Tampa Bay, which brings salt onto decks and equipment pads.
- Shore Acres: This low-lying waterfront neighborhood can see standing water during big storms, so we check equipment and chemistry closely afterward.
- Crescent Lake: Homes around the park and lake sit under mature oaks that drop pollen and leaves into nearby pools each spring.
- Kenwood: Many Kenwood bungalows have older pools added over the years, which often means aging pumps and filters worth watching.
- Coquina Key: Canal homes on this south St. Pete island deal with salt air and wind from the bay nearly every day.
- Pinellas Point: Near the southern tip of the peninsula, these homes get open breezes from the water that carry debris into lanai screens.
- Gateway: Newer homes and townhome communities in the north end often have screened pools, salt systems and HOA access rules.
- Tierra Verde (33715): Waterfront homes on these islands near Fort De Soto get constant salt spray and frequently double as vacation rentals.
ZIP codes: Our St. Pete coverage is ZIPs 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33709, 33710, 33711, 33712, 33713, 33714, 33715 and 33716. If you want your street double-checked, a call to 844-307-1680 or an online booking request will do it.
Our Seven-Step Pool Visit
Every St. Pete pool gets the same structured visit, busy week or not.
- Inspect. We look over the water, surfaces and equipment before touching anything and note changes since last week.
- Skim. Leaves, pollen, bugs and floating debris come off the surface.
- Brush. Walls, steps and tile are brushed to keep algae and buildup from taking hold.
- Vacuum. Settled dirt, sand and fine debris are vacuumed from the floor.
- Empty baskets. Skimmer and pump baskets are emptied so water flows freely and the pump is not strained.
- Check equipment. We read filter pressure and check pumps, heaters and salt systems for leaks, noises or warning signs.
- Test and balance. We test the water and adjust chemistry, then record everything in your photo report.
Why St. Pete Homeowners Choose Palmway Pools
Consistency is the whole job. Our scheduling is reliable, and the same technician returns whenever possible, so they know which corner collects leaves and how your pump should sound.
The photo report gives you proof of service and a running record of your pool’s condition, so a worn part or slow leak gets caught early.
What Our Customers Say
4.9 out of 5 — based on 62 Google reviews
“I recently switched my service from a reputable and reliable Pool cleaning service company to Palmway Pools due to scheduling conflict. Palmway Pools was able to accommodate the request. I went with then due to positive reviews. I was a little worried as we've never had issues with ensuring the pool had no issues. It's been almost a month and we've been happy with the service received. They give you detailed info on…”
“Outstanding customer service at every level at Palmway pools. I called in a filter issue over the weekend and they had a technician out on Monday. The technician was on time, extremely knowledgeable and diagnosed and addressed the issue. I’m a very happy customer and will definitely be calling palmway pools if any future need arises. Highly recommend!!!”
“Palmway Pools has been fantastic since taking over our service. Their communication is clear, their work is thorough, my pool sparkles, and they are consistently reliable. The technician is friendly, provides pictures and a report after … More”
“I made one call and knew I had the right company. Rubin came and addressed my issue on a holiday weekend. He was able to present a cost effective fix and had me all fixed up just after the holiday. We were able to discuss future projects as well. I appreciate the time he spent explaining everything to me. If anyone needs a pool company you won't be disappointed calling these guys. Thanks Rubin.”
“We recently hired Palmway Pools to help with our backyard oasis, and I have to say, I’m impressed! I can’t say enough good things about the experience! From the first interaction, the team was professional and friendly. They really took the time to explain what they were going to do and answered all of my questions without making me feel clueless. Scheduling was super easy, and they were punctual, which I really…”
“I had a great first experience with this company had emergency hot tub service that was necessary. They were there within 30 minutes and squeezed me in their schedule. Many pool companies don’t want to touch hot tubs. This company knows … More”
St. Petersburg Pool Service FAQs
For most tree-covered pools, yes. Weekly visits clear the baskets, skim the surface and vacuum what has settled before leaves can stain plaster or feed algae. During heavy spring pollen and leaf drop, a quick skim between visits helps, and your technician can show you what to watch. If debris is overwhelming the filter, we will let you know in your report.
Yes. Many waterfront pools in St. Pete run salt chlorine generators. We check the salt cell for scale, confirm it is producing chlorine and balance the water so the cell is not overworked. Salt air also wears on equipment, so we keep an eye on fittings and heater parts during every visit.
Yes. Tierra Verde ZIP 33715 is on our St. Pete routes. Nearly every home there is on the water, so salt and wind are part of each visit, and many are rentals. We coordinate cleanings with guest schedules and send photo reports after every stop.
Keep the water level where it is, bring in loose furniture and toys, and shut off equipment only if lightning or flooding threatens it. Afterward we clear debris, empty baskets, check equipment and correct chemistry thrown off by heavy rain.
Yes. Our technicians work on mid-century pools as often as new ones. Some older pumps and filters only need a seal, gasket or valve, while others have reached the point where replacement is the smarter spend. After inspecting the equipment, your technician explains what is worn, what is still sound and the realistic options.
Every visit ends with a detailed service report with photos sent to you. You can see the water, the cleaned baskets and any notes about equipment from your desk downtown, without having to be home or check the backyard yourself at the end of a long day.
It is available for pools that see light use, such as a screened pool at a condo-style townhome. Pools under heavy oak canopy or right on the bay usually collect too much debris and lose chlorine too fast for two-week gaps, and we will tell you honestly which plan suits yours.
Our St. Petersburg Service Area
Ring 844-307-1680 or reserve a visit online to put your St. Pete pool on a weekly route, any day from 9 AM to 5 PM.
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