Pool Inspection in Westlake Hills, TX
In Westlake Hills, a pool inspection is really a value question — and on these properties the numbers are big. Most pools in the 78746 zip code were built between the 1970s and early 2000s, and a lot of them still run original Purex or Jandy equipment that is long past its design life on plaster surfaces approaching the end of their run. A buyer needs to know that before closing, because pool repairs in this market climb into five figures fast. The Pool Police evaluates how much life is genuinely left in that legacy equipment, inspects the plaster for end-stage etching, delamination, and structural cracks, and distinguishes what can be managed for years from what needs real money soon. We trace older plumbing for leaks and restricted flow, verify electrical bonding and GFCI on systems that predate current code, and check decking and coping for hazards. The mature live oak canopy that loads filters year-round also tells us how the pool has been maintained. Written report with photos within 24 hours. We don't sell renovations, so our assessment is honest — we've serviced Westlake Hills since 2000 and call it straight.
What We Do
Why The Pool Police?
Local Conditions We Account For in Westlake Hills
Every pool inspection visit in Westlake Hills is calibrated to the conditions that make pools here different — not a generic checklist:
Neighborhoods We Serve in Westlake Hills
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you service pools in the City of West Lake Hills (78746)?
Yes. The Pool Police has established weekly routes through every corner of Westlake Hills, including Davenport Ranch, the Camp Craft Road corridor, and the older Eanes-area neighborhoods. We're on the street week after week and have been since 2000.
My Westlake Hills pool has aging plaster — should I replaster or keep treating it?
It depends on how deep the deterioration goes. Surface stains, calcium nodules, and minor etching can often be managed for years with careful chemistry and targeted acid washing. Structural delamination or widespread pitting is a different story — we'll give you an honest assessment rather than pushing a renovation. Westlake Hills plaster surfaces commonly last 20–25 years before a full replaster is really necessary.
What's the typical water chemistry profile in Westlake Hills?
Austin Water supply to the 78746 zip code typically delivers calcium hardness of 180–260 ppm and total alkalinity of 80–120 ppm. The alkalinity pushes pH upward constantly, so we add muriatic acid on most visits to keep pH in the 7.4–7.6 target range. Older plaster surfaces tolerate this well as long as we don't let pH spike above 7.8.
Do I really need a pool inspection when buying a home?
Absolutely. A general home inspector checks that the pool holds water and the pump turns on, but they rarely evaluate equipment age, plumbing condition, or surface life remaining. Pool repairs can easily run into five figures — a dedicated inspection helps you negotiate or budget before closing.
What does the inspection report include?
Our report covers the pool shell condition, surface and tile assessment, all equipment with estimated remaining lifespan, plumbing and electrical review, safety compliance, decking condition, and a prioritized list of recommended repairs with approximate cost ranges.
How long does a pool inspection take?
A thorough inspection typically takes 60 to 90 minutes on site. We deliver the written report with photos within 24 hours. For urgent real estate transactions, same-day reports are available on request.
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