Is the water in your pool green and opaque when you get home? Or have doubts as to if the service person is any good at his job? And how does one go about distinguishing a dependable company from those inclined to cut corners?
It is a common dilemma. For a pool owner in Tallahassee, picking the right service company is an important matter and you may be at a loss as to where to begin. We at Terry’s Pool Service have been tending to pools in the Big Bend for over 30 years; we can put you in touch with what makes a great company. Give us a ring at (850) 808-7882 to discuss your pool.
In the following guide we will set out what to look for in order to make your hiring decision with some assurance.
Licensing and Insurance
Do not make the mistake of overlooking this. Any pool company should have their equipment and water chemistry in the hands of someone who is properly licensed, bonded and insured. A contractor with the proper credentials has shown he is up to Florida’s standards and the insurance is there to cover you in the event of a problem on your property. Terry’s Pool Service is a Florida Certified Pool Contractor (License #CPC1459507). Put any company you are thinking of to the test and ask for their license number; a reluctance to do so is telling.
Experience and Local Know-how
The summer heat and pollen in North Florida are particular challenges for a pool in Tallahassee, and you would not want to have a company that is learning at your cost. Some of the hallmarks of experience:
- They have been in the region for more than a couple of years
- An understanding of the seasonal and local water issues
- Both commercial and residential capabilities
- Equipment repair done in-house
- Being an authorized dealer for the big names
We are an authorized Hayward dealer and warranty service center having served this town and its environs for three decades or more. The results speak for it.
Who is at Your Door?
Pool owners are not apt to wonder who is coming to the house, but you should. There are companies that put in subcontractors so you are left with some stranger each week. Not with us. All our technicians are vetted employees of Terry’s Pool Service who have had a background check run on them. You will have someone to trust on your property and there is accountability for it.
A Process You Can Put Your Finger On
There should be no guesswork to what a company does when they come by, or you will end up with inconsistent water and other headaches. With our 10-step process we cover all the bases and include the standard chemicals. You will be notified by text when we are en route and once we are done an email with photos and the water tests will be in your inbox as confirmation the pool was given the attention it warrants.
Beware of Long-Term Contracts
A sure sign of a company without confidence is one that wants to tie you down with an agreement you cannot easily get out of. We have no use for such contracts; we prefer to put in the work to earn your business on every visit. Our Done Right Guarantee is our word that the job is done properly, first time around.
The Full Scope of What is Offered
For when routine cleaning is not enough, a company should be able to oblige. We provide pool opening and closing, pre-purchase inspections, acid washes, spa cleaning and new pool startups, to name a few. As for repairs, upgrades and automation we are on it. Do bear in mind we do not do new construction or remodeling, our focus is on service and repair.
Hire with Confidence
Terry’s Pool Service is a locally run operation and the pool care team for your part of Tallahassee. We are here to be straightforward with you. Stop by or call (850) 808-7882; we are in the office Monday to Friday from 8:00am till 5:00pm and can have a quote for pool cleaning back to you in less than a day. Let us see to it your pool is clear and done right.