Explanation of Services and Pricing: Winter 2007

Explanation of Winter Services offered by John N. Gallagher Pool Service and Supply, Inc.

1. Winterize Inground Pool - 1 Filter and 1 Pump   $290.00
Pool - Remove all portable pool equipment. Test and chemically balance water (price of chemicals are not included). Lines will be blown out (price of plugs not included). Important note: We do not winterize fresh water lines. Discharge water – If you have a special area to discharge water, please let us know. Filter - Tanks Drained. Motors will be removed and stored on site.


2. Winterize Above Ground Pool - 1 Filter and 1 Pump    $225.00
Pool - Remove all portable pool equipment. Test and chemically balance water (price of chemicals are not included). Lines will be blown out (price of plugs not included). Important note: We do not winterize fresh water lines. Discharge water – If you have a special area to discharge water, please let us know. Filter - Tanks Drained. Motors will be removed and stored on site.


3. Extra Pumps (each)   $ 20.00
Extra pumps will be removed and additional lines winterized.

4. Spa attached to pool filter system   $ 40.00
This is a pool-spa combination on the same filter system.

5. Spa w/separate filter system (At time of pool closing)   $125.00
This is a pool with a spa that has its own separate system.

6. Mesh cover with closing   $ 60.00
Secure cover with pop-ups.   Customer should watch water level over winter and chemicals should be added over the winter.  Mesh covers not secured to deck with springs fall under solid cover pricing.

7. Solid cover with closing (Including Solid Safety)   $ 60.00
Cover should only be secured with water sleeves.   Bricks, blocks, or wood should never be used.   After we put cover on, you must maintain the cover by keeping most water and all leaves off the cover.   We cannot be responsible for covers coming off due to winds or water sleeves draining.

8. Foxx cover with closing   $150.00
After we put cover on, you must maintain the cover by keeping most water and all leaves off the cover.  

9. Solar cover removal and cleaning   $ 50.00
We prefer solar covers to be removed, cleaned, and stored before we arrive.   We will, however, remove and clean solar cover and store where you designate.

10. Vacuum pool at closing time   $ 75.00
Pools should be clean when closed.   If you want us to vacuum pool, please indicate.   Pools will not be covered with leaves left in them.   If leaves need removed, you will be billed $60.00 per hour for cleaning.

11. Winter Water Watch   $450.00
We come out 5 times over the winter to adjust water level on cover and remove leaves from the cover. We can only adjust water level and remove leaves if pool is not frozen. If pool is frozen upon one of our trips it will still count as one of the five trips.

12. In-Floor Cleaning System (per water valve/actuator)   $ 45.00
Any pool with floor cleaning systems require extra time and more plumbing to secure.

13. Winterize Uniclor/Antho-clor   $ 40.00
This system must be drained and caustic disposed of.

14. Winterize Heater   $ 25.00
Remove all water, grease all ports, and take pressure switch off.

15. Filter repair (Parts not included)   $ 65.00
We take your filter apart when we close the pool.  Upon inspection, any damaged elements are brought back to be repaired over the winter.  Any parts needed will be billed when repairs are done. Minor repairs under $100 will be repaired. For any repairs over $100.00, we will call you for authorization before the repairs are made.

16. Polaris Service (Parts not included)  $ 50.00
If we notice your Polaris/Pool Cleaner needs to be repaired we will bring it back. Any repairs over $100.00 we will call you for authorization before the repairs are made.

.Winter Chemical Kits: Solid Cover Kit $49.99 Mesh Cover Kit $69.99

PLUGS FOR LINES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN LABOR CHARGES!!

Important Notice:
Once your pool has been closed, proper care and maintenance of your pool and cover must not be overlooked.  You must keep an eye on your water level and water tubes.  If you need any pool or equipment repairs, winter is a good time to take care of them.  We keep a full staff on, year round, for expert advice and service.

PLUGS FOR LINES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN LABOR CHARGES AND WILL NOT BE RE-USED!!

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