| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Green pool cleanup: $250–$600 one time; pump or heater repair: about $200–$1,500 per job |
| Time | Local pro calls back within the hour during business hours, Mon–Fri 8am–6pm MST |
| Who's qualified | Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance; R-6 pool service licence covers routine service and minor repairs |
What should I do today if my pool guy stopped responding?
Call (928) 396-1068 or email [email protected] to request a referral to a local pro. Ask for a quote that lists exactly which services are included before work starts.
How do I verify a new pool pro's license?
Ask the pro for their license number and look it up in the ROC contractor search by license number or name. Confirm the license class covers the work you need.
Which pool jobs need a licensed contractor?
An R-6 Swimming Pool Service and Repair license covers servicing and minor repairs of residential pools and accessories. Plumbing connections to a potable water system, gas lines, gas chlorine systems, and electrical work beyond the first disconnect are excluded from that license.
When does replacement work need a permit?
A contractor license is generally required if labor and materials exceed $1,000, or if a permit is required regardless of price. If replacement work becomes permitted construction, check the City of Tempe building permit fee information before the job starts.
What to do next
- Request a referral to a local pool pro by calling or emailing and ask for a quote that separates routine service from any repair.
- Ask the pro for their Arizona license number and verify it in the ROC contractor search by license number or name.
- Confirm the license class covers your specific work, especially any plumbing, gas, or electrical pool work.
- Ask the pro for proof of insurance before any work begins.
- 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.
