At Empire Pools, LLC, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our services. We are experts in our trade and we will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. Call us today.
"Very responsive and quick efficient work - you can't go wrong with Empire: they are the best"
Mary F on September 2024
At Empire Pools, LLC, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our services. We are experts in our trade and we will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. Call us today.
"Very responsive and quick efficient work - you can't go wrong with Empire: they are the best"
Mary F on September 2024
Above Ground Legends LLC is family owned and operated. Owner and lead pool technician Will Dodd has nearly a decade of pool service calls under his belt after working with various pool companies in North Jersey. In 2024 he decided to branch out on his own, specializing in servicing above ground pools. Being an above ground pool owner himself, he understands how important quality time with family in the pool is and that is why he treats each clients' pool as if it was his own. Our goal at Above Ground Legends is to maximize our clients time to enjoy their pools in the summer and eliminate anything that may be interfering with that! Contact us now and let us know what the Legend can do for you!
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Breann M on February 2025
Above Ground Legends LLC is family owned and operated. Owner and lead pool technician Will Dodd has nearly a decade of pool service calls under his belt after working with various pool companies in North Jersey. In 2024 he decided to branch out on his own, specializing in servicing above ground pools. Being an above ground pool owner himself, he understands how important quality time with family in the pool is and that is why he treats each clients' pool as if it was his own. Our goal at Above Ground Legends is to maximize our clients time to enjoy their pools in the summer and eliminate anything that may be interfering with that! Contact us now and let us know what the Legend can do for you!
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Breann M on February 2025
Hello and welcome to A Superior Pool Service! Located in Livingston , NJ. Please call us today for any and all of your pool needs. We proudly offer complete swimming pool services and are available seven days a week in pool season. We will be glad to provide referrals. Have a great day and we look forward to calling you right away!
"Took two visits to complete the Pool opening since needed standard parts were not in stock and had to be ordered."
Greg S on July 2018
Hello and welcome to A Superior Pool Service! Located in Livingston , NJ. Please call us today for any and all of your pool needs. We proudly offer complete swimming pool services and are available seven days a week in pool season. We will be glad to provide referrals. Have a great day and we look forward to calling you right away!
"Took two visits to complete the Pool opening since needed standard parts were not in stock and had to be ordered."
Greg S on July 2018
Absolute was established in 2012 in Long Valley, New Jersey. Absolute offers friendly, reliable service and caters to each customers’ specific needs and requests.
"Simply Stellar! I have been using Absolute Estate Management for several years and STELLAR is the only adjective that applies. While their spring, summer and fall landscaping work is fantastic, their winter support goes above and beyond. The owner Mark Gilmore has ensured that my driveway is accessible, safe and always the absolute best it can be, given the ever changing winter conditions. During the height of blizzards, his multiple trips, ensures I can always gain access to my home. But, its truly the extra caring by Mark, and his team, is where they really excel. Special requests and sudden needs are aways met with, â we will make it happen.â Truly a great business and I a very happy client!"
Richard K on January 2022
Absolute was established in 2012 in Long Valley, New Jersey. Absolute offers friendly, reliable service and caters to each customers’ specific needs and requests.
"Simply Stellar! I have been using Absolute Estate Management for several years and STELLAR is the only adjective that applies. While their spring, summer and fall landscaping work is fantastic, their winter support goes above and beyond. The owner Mark Gilmore has ensured that my driveway is accessible, safe and always the absolute best it can be, given the ever changing winter conditions. During the height of blizzards, his multiple trips, ensures I can always gain access to my home. But, its truly the extra caring by Mark, and his team, is where they really excel. Special requests and sudden needs are aways met with, â we will make it happen.â Truly a great business and I a very happy client!"
Richard K on January 2022
With the S & R Pool & Spa's staff having over 35 years experience in the swimming pool industry, their professionalism, quality of service and reasonable prices makes them the leader in pool industry. Contact us to see what we can do for you!
"Very courteous and professional customer service. Truly knowledgeable in what they are doing."
Vasanthan C on September 2024
With the S & R Pool & Spa's staff having over 35 years experience in the swimming pool industry, their professionalism, quality of service and reasonable prices makes them the leader in pool industry. Contact us to see what we can do for you!
"Very courteous and professional customer service. Truly knowledgeable in what they are doing."
Vasanthan C on September 2024
Smiley Pools is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Smiley Pools is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Derrick wired in a new pool light and opened the following week. He’s great with chemicals and equipment"
Jim M on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Derrick wired in a new pool light and opened the following week. He’s great with chemicals and equipment"
Jim M on May 2025
R & R Pools & Spas, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Angel was knowledgeable, pleasant, and reliable."
Shiela M on December 2020
R & R Pools & Spas, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Angel was knowledgeable, pleasant, and reliable."
Shiela M on December 2020
Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.
"Jaclyn Lorber is the designer at Monks Showroom, who created the overall design for our kitchen renovation. She was excellent throughout the process of designing the whole remodel and making suggestions for the selection of appropriate materials and appliances. This is our first kitchen renovation. We had multiple questions and changed our minds about what we wanted multiple times! Jaclyn was always patient with us, very generous with her time and accommodating. The final design is gorgeous! We are eager to see the finished product that will be delivered by Monks Home Improvement."
Bohdan M on May 2025
Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.
"Jaclyn Lorber is the designer at Monks Showroom, who created the overall design for our kitchen renovation. She was excellent throughout the process of designing the whole remodel and making suggestions for the selection of appropriate materials and appliances. This is our first kitchen renovation. We had multiple questions and changed our minds about what we wanted multiple times! Jaclyn was always patient with us, very generous with her time and accommodating. The final design is gorgeous! We are eager to see the finished product that will be delivered by Monks Home Improvement."
Bohdan M on May 2025
We are proud to serve most of New Jersey, with few exceptions, as the foremost Deck Builder and Deck Resurfacing Company in NJ. We bring experience, commitment and competitive pricing to the table from initial meeting until completion of our project. We love what we do and strive to bring our A-game to every project. You can rest assured that the Deck Guardian team will go above and beyond to bring your vision to life via excellent planning, budgeting and incomparable customer service.We do not provide staining and sealing services. Contact us for a Free Estimate today!
"Excellent experience with Deck Guardian-from start to finish. Provided design ideas, professional drawings and very responsive to all our questions throughout the process. We obtained 4 quotes and Deck Guardian was very competitive. Once permit was approved by the town, they started the deck right away and completed it in less than 2 weeks. New deck was expertly built, and we love the way it looks. Would highly recommend Deck Guardian."
Nancy M on December 2022
We are proud to serve most of New Jersey, with few exceptions, as the foremost Deck Builder and Deck Resurfacing Company in NJ. We bring experience, commitment and competitive pricing to the table from initial meeting until completion of our project. We love what we do and strive to bring our A-game to every project. You can rest assured that the Deck Guardian team will go above and beyond to bring your vision to life via excellent planning, budgeting and incomparable customer service.We do not provide staining and sealing services. Contact us for a Free Estimate today!
"Excellent experience with Deck Guardian-from start to finish. Provided design ideas, professional drawings and very responsive to all our questions throughout the process. We obtained 4 quotes and Deck Guardian was very competitive. Once permit was approved by the town, they started the deck right away and completed it in less than 2 weeks. New deck was expertly built, and we love the way it looks. Would highly recommend Deck Guardian."
Nancy M on December 2022
A comprehensive pool opening service involves removing and storing the winter cover, inspecting all mechanical systems, reassembling filtration equipment, cleaning surfaces, checking for damage, adjusting water levels, and balancing chemicals. Technicians will reinstall accessories such as ladders and handrails while properly ensuring all safety features function. The goal is to deliver a completely prepared aquatic environment for immediate enjoyment.
The optimal timing for seasonal preparation occurs when daytime temperatures consistently reach 65 to 70°F. Opening too early wastes chemicals and potentially increases heating costs, while delaying too long allows algae to establish difficult-to-remove colonies. Climate considerations vary by region, with southern locations often requiring earlier preparation than northern areas. Most professionals recommend erring on the earlier side to prevent water quality complications.
For homeowners handling the process themselves, expect to invest approximately four to six hours, depending on pool size and winter conditions. Professional services complete standard openings more efficiently due to specialized equipment and experience. Very large installations or those requiring extensive cleaning may extend the timeframe considerably. The process involves multiple steps that cannot be rushed without compromising results.
Professional seasonal preparation offers significant advantages, including proper chemical balancing, expert equipment handling, and early problem detection. The service costs between $200 and $400, which is a wise investment when considering the technical expertise, specialized equipment, and potential problem prevention involved. Many homeowners find the convenience and confidence in proper preparation worth the investment, particularly for complex systems or after challenging winter conditions.