Cabana Pool Service has been fantastic to work with. We needed reliable pool cleaning in San Diego and decided to give them a try after a neighbor recommended them. The technician shows up every week, vacuums the pool, brushes the walls, and checks all the chemicals to make sure the water is safe and balanced. They even caught a small issue with our pump early and fixed it before it turned into a bigger repair. The water has stayed crystal clear ever since, and we love that they leave us a summary after each visit. If you're looking for dependable pool cleaning or maintenance in San Diego, Cabana Pool Service is the one to call.
Pool maintenance
Professional Pool Acid Washing
Professional treatment for stained plaster, with a surface assessment before any work.
What to confirm before an acid wash
The service manager confirms the field scope and wastewater plan for your property. Use the quote to settle these details before work begins.
Surface assessment
Check the staining and plaster condition to decide whether an acid wash is appropriate.
Written scope and price
Explain the recommended work, likely limitations, and job price before you commit.
Drain and refill planning
Agree on the wastewater plan, drain and refill responsibilities and timing.
Surface treatment
Treat suitable plaster to reduce stains and deposits within the agreed scope.
Treatment scope
Confirm the proposed process with the service manager instead of assuming the same checklist applies to every pool.
Aftercare guidance
Confirm who handles refill and startup chemistry, and the instructions for returning the pool to use.
Stubborn stains need the right treatment
Some plaster stains remain after routine cleaning. Acid washing can reduce certain stains and mineral deposits on a suitable surface, but it is an abrasive treatment, not a repair. We assess the finish and staining before recommending a wash. If the plaster is worn or failing, or a lighter treatment is more suitable, we explain the alternatives before you commit.
What Is Pool Acid Washing?
Acid washing treats exposed plaster to reduce staining and surface deposits. It removes a thin layer of the finish, so the condition of the remaining plaster matters. Results depend on the surface, the type of stain, and how deeply it has penetrated. It cannot guarantee a like-new finish or replace resurfacing.
Call for an acid-wash quoteFinal scope and price confirmed after assessment.
How it works
Here's how it works.
Assess the surface
Tell us about your pool and share photos so we can assess the staining, finish condition, and whether a site inspection is needed.
Confirm the scope and price
Review the recommended treatment, expected limitations and written price. The service manager confirms the field scope and wastewater, drain and refill arrangements for the property.
Complete the treatment
For a suitable pool, the team performs the agreed treatment. Confirm the refill, startup and return-to-use instructions as part of the job plan.
When Is Acid Washing Appropriate?
A pool with sound plaster and persistent staining may be a candidate after assessment. The same appearance can have different causes, so photographs alone may not settle the recommendation. Cracks, flaking, pitting, or delamination need a closer look: acid washing does not repair these defects and can worsen a compromised finish.
How Often Should a Pool Be Acid Washed?
There is no fixed schedule for every pool. Because the treatment removes some plaster, it should be considered only when the surface condition and staining justify it. Routine maintenance and a targeted stain treatment may be enough. We assess the pool each time instead of recommending a recurring acid-wash interval.
What Does the Service Involve?
An acid wash treats the exposed plaster after the pool is drained. Cabana's service manager confirms the field scope and wastewater plan for the property before work begins. The written quote should settle the treatment, drain and refill arrangements, startup work and price. Timing follows that plan and the pool's condition; there is no universal completion time.
What Results Can You Expect?
Acid washing may improve the appearance of some stains and deposits. It does not add new plaster or fix structural damage, and some discoloration can remain. Worn areas may be more visible after deposits are removed. We discuss those limits before the work, then explain any surface issues that need further attention.
What Does Pool Acid Washing Cost?
The price is quoted after the pool is assessed and the work is defined. Confirm which draining, treatment, refill and startup work the quote covers before approving it. Acid washing is a one-time service, separate from weekly pool maintenance.
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