Pool Tile Cleaning & Calcium/Scale Removal

Why Pool Tiles Get Dirty and Stained

The waterline tiles around your pool are constantly exposed to water, chemicals, oils, sunscreen, and minerals. Over time, these substances combine to form a stubborn buildup that makes your tiles look dirty, dull, and discolored. The most common culprit is calcium scale, a white or gray crusty deposit that forms when your water has high calcium levels or when your pH and alkalinity are out of balance.

In Texas, where the water is naturally hard and evaporation rates are high, calcium buildup is a common problem. Regular scrubbing and chemical treatments can slow the buildup, but they cannot remove heavy calcium deposits once they form. That is where our professional tile cleaning service comes in. We use specialized tools and techniques to safely remove calcium, scale, oils, and stains without damaging your tiles or grout.

Our tile cleaning service is popular with homeowners in Princeton, McKinney, and Allen who want their pools to look as good as new. Whether your tiles have years of buildup or just a light layer of scum, we can restore them to their original beauty. Many customers combine tile cleaning with our deep pool cleaning service for a complete pool refresh. As your trusted Princeton pool care specialists, we deliver results you can see and feel.

Our Professional Tile Cleaning Process

We use proven methods to safely and effectively clean your pool tiles:

• Inspection and Assessment: We examine your tiles to determine the type and severity of buildup and choose the right cleaning method.
• Chemical Treatment: We apply professional-grade tile cleaners and calcium removers to loosen the buildup and make it easier to remove.
• Pressure Washing or Bead Blasting: For heavy calcium deposits, we use specialized equipment like soda blasting or glass bead blasting to remove the buildup without scratching or damaging the tile surface.
• Manual Scrubbing: We hand-scrub each tile with professional tools to ensure every inch is clean and polished.
• Rinsing and Final Inspection: We rinse away all residue and inspect the tiles to make sure they meet our quality standards.
• Water Chemistry Adjustment: We test and balance your water chemistry to prevent future buildup and keep your tiles looking clean longer.

The Benefits of Clean Pool Tiles

Clean tiles do more than just look good. They also protect your investment and improve your overall pool experience. When calcium and scale are allowed to build up, they can permanently etch and damage your tile surfaces. Removing the buildup regularly prevents this damage and extends the life of your tiles. Clean tiles also make your entire pool look better, which is especially important if you are planning to sell your home.

Professional tile cleaning also saves you time and effort. Scrubbing tiles yourself with store-bought cleaners is exhausting and often ineffective. The chemicals needed to remove heavy calcium can be harsh and difficult to work with. Our team has the right equipment and experience to do the job safely and efficiently. We can clean your tiles in a fraction of the time it would take you to do it yourself, and we get better results.

How to Prevent Calcium Buildup

While we can remove existing calcium deposits, preventing them from forming in the first place is even better. The key to prevention is maintaining proper water chemistry. Keep your pH between 7.4 and 7.6, your total alkalinity between 80 and 120 ppm, and your calcium hardness between 200 and 400 ppm for concrete pools or 175 to 225 ppm for vinyl or fiberglass pools.

Regular brushing of your tiles during weekly maintenance also helps prevent buildup. Our weekly pool cleaning service includes brushing the waterline tiles to keep them clean between professional tile cleaning sessions. Lowering your water level slightly during the off-season can also help by reducing the amount of time the tiles are exposed to water. If you notice your tiles starting to look dull or discolored, call us for a cleaning before the buildup becomes severe.