| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | Pool cleaning $110-$124; chemical service about $50/month |
| Time | Standard pool cleaning takes about 2 hours |
| Who's qualified | Arizona C-6 or CR-6 swimming pool service and repair license |
Does pool motor repair in Tempe require a licensed contractor?
Yes, when labor and materials exceed $1,000, or whenever a permit is required regardless of price. Arizona's Registrar of Contractors sets this rule for swimming pool service and repair work. Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance before work starts.
What license should a pool motor repair pro have?
Arizona's C-6 swimming pool service and repair classification covers servicing and repairing pools and spas, including pool equipment wiring up to the first disconnect. The CR-6 classification covers both commercial and residential scopes. Verify any license on the Arizona ROC contractor search.
How much does pool service cost in Tempe?
Cleaning a typical 215-square-foot pool in Tempe runs $110-$124, with about 2 hours of labor. Monthly chemical service averages about $50 for an average-size pool. Motor repair pricing varies, so get a written quote.
What does a pool contractor license cost in Arizona?
A C-6 swimming pool service and repair license has an estimated 2-year state fee of $580. Arizona pool licensing guidance lists a $180 application fee, $66 exam fee, $870 initial license fee, and $590 renewal every 2 years.
What to do next
- Ask for a written quote that separates labor and materials so you know if the $1,000 license threshold applies.
- Verify the pro's C-6 or CR-6 license on the Arizona Registrar of Contractors search before hiring.
- Ask the pro for proof of licence and insurance before any pool motor repair work begins.
- Compare the motor repair quote against Tempe's $110-$124 cleaning benchmark to judge whether repair or replacement makes sense.
- Call (928) 396-1068 or email [email protected] for a free quote from a licensed, insured pool service professional.
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