Schedule Opening / Closing

When the spring and winter months roll around, make sure your pool is ready. Gibbons Pools offers pool opening & closing services to ensure your pool is ready to swim in spring and ready to hibernate in winter. Our swimming pool opening and closing services include the following:

Pool Opening/Summerize Service

  • Inspect pool cover for damage
  • Remove, fold and stow winter cover
  • Screw down deck grommets
  • Installation of deck equipment (ladders, handrails,etc…)
  • Removal of winter plugs
  • Reassemble pool filter
  • Start pumps and pool heater
  • Blow out/prime plumbing
  • Install return fittings and skimmer baskets
  • Add shock to pool
  • Water chemistry testing

Pool Closing/Winterize Service

  • Water test
  • Add chemicals
  • Install Winterizing plugs
  • Adjust water level
  • Blow out the lines
  • Remove skimmer baskets, cleaners, wall fittings
  • Drain all pumping, filtering, heating and chlorinating equipment
  • Store ladders, handrails, and diving board
  • Cover the pool
 
 

Swimming Pool Opening / Closing Request Form

Please fill out the form below to schedule your pool opening / closing.

    Please select which service(s) you are interested in*

    Are you Interested in the Gibbons Total Care Package?

    Preferred Opening Week 2025 or Closing Week 2024

    If your pool is opened from 3/1 - 4/30 and you are on weekly WE GUARANTEE your pool WILL be ready for Memorial Day! If you choose to open your pool AFTER 5/1 we CANNOT guarantee your pool will be ready for Memorial Day. Will make every effort.

    Additional Summerizing Services:

    Select for more information on these available services.

    (we will automatically power / vacuum and leaf rake pool)

    must be prior to Mid-April (required for all NEW marble dust)

    (halfway through season)

    (gas only) see description for important information on warranty

    (halfway through season)

    Additional Winterizing Services:

    (we will automatically power / vacuum and leaf rake pool)

    Weekly Maintenance

    Additional Instructions

    Please submit this form as soon as possible to ensure your preferred week. All openings are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Late phone-in requests will be assigned as dates are available.

    When we contact you to confirm your date and opening details, we'll give you a quote for all services. Payment can be made by check or credit card (by phone). Please call us at 631.851.3000 if you have any questions.

    Thank you for your continued business with Gibbons Pools! We hope you make lasting memories in your backyard!

    Contact Us

    Please call (631) 851-3000 or complete the form below and we will be in contact shortly.