| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $110-$124 for a standard cleaning; refill costs vary by water use |
| Time | About 2 hours of labor for a standard cleaning job |
| Who's qualified | Arizona A-9 Swimming Pools licensed contractor for pool service and repair |
Scottsdale, AZ: what's different here
Scottsdale sits in Maricopa County, about 8 miles and roughly 11 minutes from Tempe via US-60 W and AZ-101 Loop N. The city has many older mid-20th-century homes, and like most of the Valley, construction is mostly slab-on-grade since basements are uncommon. The desert climate makes pool maintenance a year-round concern, though Scottsdale notes evaporation drops sharply in the winter months used to set sewer rates.
How do I avoid a sewer charge spike after a pool refill?
Scottsdale lets customers request a sewer charge adjustment if a pool refill created an abnormal water-use spike. Submit a Sewer Charge Adjustment Request by August 31 if a winter refill affected your sewer charges. Read your meter before and after filling to calculate the gallons used as supporting evidence.
Do I need a permit to drain a pool in Scottsdale?
Nearby Mesa and Gilbert do not require a permit to drain a pool on your own property or into a sanitary sewer cleanout. Storm-drain discharge may be allowed only under the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality De Minimis stormwater permit, which carries no fee. Confirm current Scottsdale rules before draining.
Who is qualified to service a pool in Scottsdale?
Arizona requires a contractor license if labor and materials exceed $1,000 or if a permit is required regardless of price. The state's A-9 Swimming Pools classification covers constructing, servicing, and repairing pools and spas, including piping, wiring, backflow prevention devices, and waste lines. Ask any pro for proof of license and insurance.
What to do next
- Check whether your refill falls in December, January, or February, when Scottsdale calculates its winter sewer average.
- Mark your calendar to submit a Sewer Charge Adjustment Request by August 31 if a winter refill inflated your sewer charges.
- Read your water meter before and after the refill so you can document gallons used for the city.
- Ask the pro for proof of an Arizona A-9 Swimming Pools license and current insurance before work starts.
- Call (928) 396-1068 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a licensed, insured pool service professional.
Tempe Pool Guy is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.
