Pool Service and Resurfacing in Fort Pierce

Fort Pierce pools range from 1950s and 1960s backyard pools in older neighborhoods to beachside pools that take salt spray. Age and salt are the two things that change the work most.

County: St. Lucie County
Permits: Usually the City of Fort Pierce for addresses inside city limits, and St. Lucie County for unincorporated areas. Confirm for your address.

Fort Pierce has fewer pools per street than Port St. Lucie, but the ones it has are often older. A pool built decades ago may have original plumbing under the deck, old style lights, equipment that's been patched for years, and bonding that doesn't meet today's expectations. On Hutchinson Island and the beachside, even a newer pool ages faster because of salt.

Older pools

When an older pool is resurfaced, it's a good time to look at what's under it. Leaking return lines, cracked skimmers and old lights often show up once the water is out. Ask the business to pressure test the plumbing and inspect the light niche before quoting only the finish. Old pools sometimes need a full renovation rather than just a new surface.

Older equipment pads may also have wiring and bonding that was never updated. If the pool equipment sits next to an old panel, see electrical work in Fort Pierce.

Salt air on the beachside

Near the ocean and the Fort Pierce Inlet, salt spray corrodes pump motors, heater cabinets, screen enclosure fasteners and handrails. Rinse equipment with fresh water and ask about corrosion resistant parts. Screen frames should be checked for loose and rusted fasteners before storm season. Beachside condo pools are usually the association's job, but owners of single family homes on the island deal with this directly.

Water, drainage and permits

Most city homes fill from Fort Pierce Utilities Authority water, and some heaters or heat pumps run on FPUA power, or FPUA gas where it's available. Draining near the lagoon or Taylor Creek needs care, since chlorinated water shouldn't go into a storm drain that runs to the lagoon. Ask the business how they handle it.

Inside city limits, permits for new pools, heaters, enclosures and electrical work usually go through the City of Fort Pierce Building Department. Unincorporated addresses, including much of Hutchinson Island, go through St. Lucie County. Pool decks in salt air also need regular cleaning, see pressure washing in Fort Pierce. General information is on the pool service page, and the city overview is on the Fort Pierce area page.

Check before you hirePool construction, resurfacing and many equipment repairs fall under Florida pool and spa contractor licenses. Look up the license at myfloridalicense.com and ask for proof of insurance. Routine cleaning has no state license.

Pool service questions in Fort Pierce

My Fort Pierce pool is decades old. Should I resurface or renovate?

It depends on what's under the surface. Old pools often have leaking plumbing, worn skimmers, outdated lights or bonding issues. Ask the business to pressure test the lines and look at the light and equipment before giving a resurfacing price. Sometimes a full renovation costs more now but avoids opening the pool twice.

Why does my pool equipment on Hutchinson Island keep failing?

Salt spray is hard on motors, heater cabinets, electrical connections and fasteners. Close to the ocean and inlet, equipment wears out faster than inland. Rinsing it with fresh water, keeping covers and vents clear, and choosing corrosion resistant replacements helps. Ask the pool business what they'd recommend for a beachside location.

Where can I drain my pool in Fort Pierce?

Ask the business and the city before draining. Chlorinated water shouldn't go into storm drains that run to the Indian River Lagoon or Taylor Creek. Many businesses let the chlorine drop first and drain onto the property where it can soak in. Rules can differ between the city and unincorporated St. Lucie County, so confirm.

Can I run a pool heater on FPUA natural gas?

If FPUA gas service is at your home, often yes. A gas pool heater needs a large enough line and meter, so the business may have to check with the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority. Otherwise a heat pump on electric is the common choice. Either one usually needs a permit through the city or county.

For the general guide, see Pool service and resurfacing on the Treasure Coast. For more about the town, see Fort Pierce.

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