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Justin, TX · 76247

Pool Acid Wash in Justin, TX

Stripping a microscopic layer of plaster or pebble to remove embedded mineral scale, copper stains, and dead algae roots. Drained, washed, neutralized, and prepped for refill in a single service window.

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What our acid wash covers in Justin

A full physical and chemical surface stripping procedure for gunite, plaster, and pebble pools. We drain the pool, apply a balanced dilution of commercial muriatic acid to remove stained surface cement, neutralize the runoff with soda ash to protect plumbing, and rinse the shell thoroughly before starting the refill.

  • ✓Submersible pump setup and controlled pool draining with hydrostatic relief valve monitoring
  • ✓Manual application of diluted HASA muriatic acid across floor and walls
  • ✓Specialized scrubbing of calcium scale deposits along the tile line and steps
  • ✓Neutralization of acid slurry in the bowl using soda ash before pumping out
  • ✓Targeted treatment of deep black algae spore sites embedded in plaster pores
  • ✓PebbleTec and exposed aggregate brightening without aggregate dislodgement
  • ✓Localized spot treatments using specialized underwater acid wash equipment when full draining is not indicated
  • ✓Initial fill-water testing and start-up chemical balancing plan once the pool is filled

What we don't do (just so you know)

  • • Vinyl liner and fiberglass pools — acid washing will dissolve or bleach these surfaces
  • • Structural plaster failures, delamination, hollow spots, or gunite showing through worn plaster
  • • Subsurface soil stains migrating through porous gunite from the exterior of the shell

Common acid wash symptoms we see in Justin

Plaster looks yellow, brown, or mottled even after chlorine shockRough, sandpaper-like calcium carbonate scale along walls and floorBlue-green or black metal stains caused by dissolved copper or ironStubborn black algae heads returning in the exact same spots every summerDull, gray pebble aggregate hidden under years of mineral buildupSevere staining left behind after clearing an abandoned swamp-green pool

If you're seeing any of these, call (469) 455-1054 — most are diagnosable in one visit.

About acid wash in Justin, TX

Justin exemplifies the dynamic growth happening across North Texas, where rural communities are rapidly transforming into thriving suburban neighborhoods while maintaining their small-town character and values. Over the past decade, Justin has experienced explosive residential growth, with master-planned communities bringing new construction homes alongside established ranch properties that have called this area home for generations. This unique blend means Justin homeowners have diverse pool needs and expectations—young families moving into new construction neighborhoods want reliable service to maintain investment-grade properties, while longtime residents on larger lots may need service tailored to older pool installations or unique property configurations. The influx of new construction creates opportunities for pool equipment optimization and chemical balancing from day one, while existing pools benefit from our diagnostic expertise identifying equipment approaching failure or needing upgrade. Northwest ISD schools and the community's reputation for family-friendly living have made Justin increasingly attractive to growing families seeking suburban lifestyle with rural roots. Our service in Justin has grown proportionally with the community—we understand both the newest developments and the established areas, can handle the chemistry of new startup pools, and bring experienced troubleshooting to older installations. The combination of new construction expertise and rural property knowledge makes us ideally positioned to serve Justin homeowners through every stage of pool ownership.

Justin water profile

Justin features a mix of water sources depending on neighborhood. Newer master-planned communities are served by municipal water systems with good chemistry (typically 300-400 ppm TDS). Older ranch properties and some established residential areas rely on well water with elevated mineral content (600-1000 ppm TDS), particularly iron and calcium. New construction pools benefit from starting with balanced chemical profiles from the groundup, while older wells in the area create challenges similar to Argyle requiring chelating agents and careful pH management. Understanding each property's water source is critical for delivering appropriate service.

Justin pool & equipment mix

Justin pools show clear generational split: newer construction neighborhoods feature modern plaster, pebble, and tile finishes with cartridge or advanced sand filters, variable-speed pumps, and LED lighting. Many newer pools include salt chlorine generators and equipment coordination with home automation systems. Ranch properties and older residential areas contain classic plaster pools with single-speed pumps and sand filters, some dating back 15-20 years and approaching replacement. The newer developments trending toward resort-style features in backyard pools reflect changing preferences for water features, spillovers, and integrated spas among new homeowners.

Neighborhoods we serve in Justin

Justin CreekPrairie OaksHeritage OaksMustang ValleyJustin Ranch EstatesOld Town Justin

Working acid wash jobs near…

Northwest High SchoolNorthwest ISD SchoolsJustin Old TownJustin Community ParkBishop Park
"We just moved to Justin in a new build, and Simplified Pools helped us get our pool started off right. They explained everything, balanced the chemistry perfectly, and set us up for easy maintenance. Now they handle our weekly service."
— Amy & Frank D., Justin New Homeowners

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Pool Drain and Refill

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Black Algae Treatment

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Green-to-Clean Recovery

From $300

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Pool Filter Cleaning

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Muriatic Acid

Same-day delivery in Justin

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Liquid Test Kits

Same-day delivery in Justin

Justin acid wash questions

How fast can you get to my Justin pool for acid wash?
Our usual Justin response time is 24-48 hours after the first call, and we're already routing through Denton County most days. Diagnostic visits are scheduled within 1-2 business days.
Does Justin water affect acid wash?
Justin is mostly well-water properties — groundwater with elevated calcium (often 600-900 ppm) and iron, which behaves very differently from municipal water. That matters for acid wash specifically: dissolved calcium and iron scale heat exchangers, shorten salt-cell life, and chew through pump seals, so equipment out here tends to need attention sooner than the same gear on city water. We check LSI on every visit rather than treating the symptom twice. Many Justin pools run salt chlorine generators, which changes how we dose the other chemicals.
Do you charge for the diagnostic visit even if I don't book the repair?
Yes — there's a flat diagnostic charge that we quote on the call before we send a tech. We waive it if you book the repair on the same visit. The diagnostic includes a written estimate so you can compare or get a second opinion before any work starts. We don't publish a fixed repair price online because every job is genuinely different — but you'll never get a surprise number.
Are you licensed and insured for pool work in Justin?
Yes — we carry full general liability + workers' comp, and our techs are trained on every major brand (Pentair, Hayward, Jandy, Sta-Rite). We're a real local business in Argyle serving Justin (76247), not a referral marketplace that sells your details to whoever answers first.
Do you bring parts on the first visit, or do I wait for a second visit for the repair?
We stock the most-common parts on every truck — pump seals, basket lids, cartridges, sand, filter o-rings, ignition components, salt-cell test kits. About 70% of repairs in Justin finish on the first visit. The other 30% need a part order; we book the return for the next available slot, usually within 48 hours.
How often can a plaster pool be acid washed?
Most traditional white plaster finishes can handle an acid wash every 5 to 7 years. Each treatment removes roughly 1 to 2 millimeters of surface paste, so excessive washing exposes the rough sand and aggregate beneath. Pebble and quartz finishes tolerate the process better because the aggregate itself is impervious to acid.
Will an acid wash fix rough spots or plaster cracks?
No. Acid removes mineral scale and stains, but it does not repair structural cracks or smooth out degraded, pitted plaster. In fact, if the plaster is already thin, an acid wash can make rough patches more noticeable by removing the surrounding smooth cream coat.
What happens to the acid after scrubbing the walls?
The acid collects in the deep end bowl where we neutralize it using soda ash until the pH reaches a neutral 7.0 to 7.4. Once safe and inert, the slurry is pumped out according to local municipal drainage regulations so it does not damage storm drains or pool pumps.
Can I leave the pool empty after the wash to save on water bills?
No. In North Texas clay soils, an empty concrete pool risks floating or shifting from hydrostatic ground pressure, and direct summer sun will crack bare plaster. Refilling begins immediately once the neutralization and rinse-down are finished.

Justin acid wash — call (469) 455-1054

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Free checklist

The DFW month-by-month pool checklist

What it covers (12 months · 76 tasks · 12 marked critical):

  • Freeze nights (January and December): keep the pump running, and what to drain if the power goes out
  • The March opening: test everything, brush, shock, then balance alkalinity, pH and calcium
  • Summer: testing two or three times a week, the weekly shock, and what to do after rain or a party
  • Fall leaves, and easing the chemistry down for winter
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