Pool & Spa Equipment Repair

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Startup Cost
$12,000-$60,000
Difficulty
Intermediate
Time to Profit
8-15 months
Profit Potential
$70,000-$330,000/year

Overview

Pool and spa equipment repair services fix pumps, heaters, filters, and automation for pools and spas.

With 10M+ pools and spas in US and equipment expensive, repair generates revenue of $110,000-$380,000 with 65-80% margins.

The business requires service vehicle, tools and testing equipment, parts inventory, electrical and plumbing knowledge, and pool chemistry understanding.

Services include pump and motor repair, heater repair (gas and electric), filter repair, automation and controls, leak detection, and equipment replacement.

Pricing typically $100-$200 service call plus parts.

Success factors include electrical and plumbing expertise, spring pool opening surge preparation, working with pool builders and service companies, offering equipment upgrades, and understanding pool systems.

Most operate seasonally with geographic variations.

Marketing focuses on pool service companies, pool owners, and spring timing.

With pool equipment essential and repairs needed seasonally in 2025, pool equipment repair offers aquatic opportunities in pool markets.

Required Skills

  • Pool equipment knowledge
  • Electrical and plumbing
  • Pump and motor repair
  • Heater diagnostics
  • Pool chemistry basics
  • Leak detection

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Seasonal high demand
  • Good margins
  • Pool market stable
  • Equipment upgrade sales
  • Service company partnerships

Cons

  • Seasonal business
  • Geographic limitation
  • Equipment complexity
  • Outdoor work
  • Parts inventory

How to Get Started

  1. Learn pool equipment repair
  2. Acquire tools and vehicle
  3. Stock parts for major brands
  4. Prepare for spring opening season
  5. Partner with pool service companies
  6. Offer equipment upgrades
  7. Target pool markets

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