Professional tile restoration that removes stubborn buildup and makes your pool look brand new.
If you've noticed a rough, white or gray buildup forming along your waterline tiles, that's calcium scale. It happens to almost every pool in San Leandro eventually. Our water here has high mineral content, and as water evaporates, it leaves behind calcium deposits that build up over time. At first it's barely noticeable. But left alone for months or years, it becomes thick, ugly, and nearly impossible to remove without professional help.
Calcium scale doesn't just look bad. It also makes your tiles rough and uncomfortable to touch, provides a surface for algae to grow on, and can even damage your tile and grout if it gets too thick. Regular brushing won't remove it. Store-bought chemicals rarely work on heavy buildup. You need the right tools and techniques to actually get rid of it without damaging your expensive tile work.
There are several methods for removing calcium deposits, and we choose the right one based on your tile type and how bad the buildup is. Here's what we use:
We don't use the same method on every pool. Delicate glass tiles need different treatment than ceramic or stone tiles. Heavy scale requires more aggressive techniques than light deposits. We assess your specific situation and use the approach that gives you the best results without risking damage to your tile, coping, or grout lines.
When we clean your tiles, we're not just removing scale. We're also getting rid of oils, sunscreen residue, dirt, and other buildup that accumulates at the waterline. This comprehensive cleaning makes your tiles look brand new again. You'll be amazed at the difference when we're done. Colors that had faded under layers of scale suddenly pop again.
The process typically takes 2 to 4 hours, depending on your pool size and how much buildup you have. We work carefully around your waterline, paying special attention to corners and grout lines where scale likes to hide. After cleaning, we can also apply a protective sealant that helps prevent future calcium buildup and makes regular maintenance easier.
Tile cleaning is often combined with our complete pool cleaning services in San Leandro. If your pool has other issues like algae or cloudy water, consider our one-time deep cleaning service that addresses everything at once. To keep your tiles looking great long-term, our weekly maintenance program includes regular tile brushing that prevents heavy scale from forming.
You can't completely prevent calcium scale in San Leandro because our water naturally contains minerals. But you can slow it down significantly. Keeping your water chemistry balanced is the most important factor. When your pH and alkalinity are in the right range, calcium is less likely to precipitate out of the water and form scale.
Regular brushing of your waterline tiles also helps. If you brush your tiles weekly, scale doesn't get a chance to harden. Once it hardens, regular brushing won't remove it. This is one of the many reasons why professional maintenance makes sense. We stay on top of the small stuff so it never becomes a big, expensive problem.
