Pool Opening & Closing Service in New Jersey
Starting and ending your pool season the right way makes everything in between easier. A proper spring opening gets your pool ready to swim in days, not weeks. A proper fall closing protects your investment through NJ’s cold winters and reduces the work needed to open next spring.
Gorlin Pools has been handling pool openings and closings for New Jersey homeowners since 1999 — we make the seasonal transitions smooth and stress-free.
Spring Pool Opening — What We Do
Our spring pool opening service covers everything needed to get your pool up and running safely:
- Removing, cleaning, and inspecting the winter cover
- Proper cover storage or folding for the season
- Reconnecting equipment — pump, filter, heater, and automation
- Removing winter plugs and reinstalling returns, jets, and ladders
- Inspecting all equipment for winter damage
- Starting up the system and checking for proper flow
- Water chemistry testing and initial balancing
- Checking for any issues that need attention before the season starts
After the opening, we’ll walk you through anything we noticed — a cracked fitting, equipment showing wear, or chemistry that needs additional treatment — so you’re fully informed before we leave.
Fall Pool Closing — What We Do
Our fall closing service winterizes your pool properly to protect it from NJ’s freeze-thaw cycles:
- Final water chemistry balancing — adding algaecide and closing chemicals
- Lowering water level to below the skimmer and returns (where required)
- Blowing out plumbing lines and adding antifreeze to protect against freeze damage
- Removing and storing ladders, rails, and accessories
- Removing and cleaning the pump basket, drain plugs, and filter
- Covering and securing the pool with your winter cover
- Final inspection before we leave for the season
Why Timing Matters in NJ
New Jersey’s climate makes both the opening and closing timing important.
For spring openings, the ideal window is late April to mid-May — before water temperatures consistently hit 60°F, which is when algae start to thrive. Opening before algae blooms start means a faster, easier startup. Opening after means more chemicals, more work, and a delay before you can swim.
For fall closings, aim for when overnight temperatures consistently dip below 60°F — typically late September to mid-October. Closing too early means algae can still grow under the cover. Closing too late risks a hard freeze with water still in your plumbing lines, which can cause cracking and expensive repairs.
Why Gorlin Pools for Opening & Closing
Gorlin Pools has been serving New Jersey homeowners since 1999. That’s 25+ years of experience right here in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties.
We’re fully licensed in New Jersey (License #13VH00046300) and proud members of the Better Business Bureau and the Chambers of Commerce in every county we serve. Our team holds itself to 9 non-negotiable standards — including honesty, safety, and long-term relationships — because we believe your pool deserves more than a quick fix.
When you call Gorlin, you get a pool service company that puts your safety and satisfaction first, every single time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to get started? Call us at (732) 323-8200 or fill out our online form to schedule your pool opening or closing service. We serve homeowners across Ocean, Monmouth, Middlesex, and Mercer Counties, NJ.
What's included in a pool opening?
Our spring opening covers cover removal, equipment reconnection, blowing out winter plugs, system startup, inspection for winter damage, and initial water chemistry testing and balancing.
When should I open my pool in NJ?
Late April to mid-May is ideal for most NJ pools. Opening before water temps hit 60°F makes algae prevention easier and gets you swimming sooner.
What's included in a pool closing?
Our fall closing covers final chemistry treatment, water lowering, plumbing blowout and antifreeze, equipment draining, accessory removal, and cover installation.
When should I close my pool in NJ?
Late September to mid-October is the typical window. Aim for when nighttime temps consistently drop below 60°F. Closing too early encourages algae; closing too late risks freeze damage to plumbing.
Can you do openings and closings same-year?
Yes — many of our maintenance clients book both as part of their annual service schedule. It’s the most convenient way to handle both ends of the season.