Professional Pool Cleaning Service
Get your weekends back with weekly pool cleaning from a family-owned East Honolulu business, here since 1995 and owned by Paul Costello, a Certified Pool Operator.
You didn’t buy a home in East Honolulu to spend every Saturday with a pool net, a test kit, and a brush for the algae on the tile. A lot of pool owners end up there anyway, giving up weekends to a chore that never quite gets done. If you’re looking for a pool cleaning service in Hawaii Kai you can count on, East Honolulu homeowners have been calling us for 31 years.
Koko Head Pool Service is a family business that has kept pools clean in Hawaii Kai, Kahala, Diamond Head, and nearby neighborhoods since 1995. Owner Paul Costello is a Certified Pool Operator who has done this work himself since 2000, and he oversees every pool on our routes. When you call, you get Paul, not a call center.
What You Get With Every Weekly Visit
Our weekly pool cleaning is a full maintenance visit, top to bottom, so your water stays safe, your equipment keeps running, and the pool is ready when you want to swim.
Surface and Debris Removal
- Skimming leaves, bugs, pollen, and anything else floating
- Emptying skimmer baskets and pump strainer baskets
- Cleaning oils, sunscreen, and mineral deposits off the waterline
Deep Cleaning
- Brushing walls, steps, and tile so algae can’t take hold
- Vacuuming the floor to pick up settled dirt and debris
- Getting into corners, crevices, and behind ladders
Water Chemistry and Chemical Balancing
- Testing pH, free chlorine, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and stabilizer
- Measured chemical adjustments to keep the water safe and comfortable
- Tracking your pool’s chemistry over time so we see problems coming
If you want to know more about what goes into the chemistry, our pool chemical service page explains why water balance matters so much here.
Equipment Inspection
- Checking pump pressure, flow, and operation
- Checking filter condition and when it’s due for cleaning
- Watching the water level and auto-fill
- Flagging early signs of wear or failure
If we see something that needs attention, we’ll tell you right away and give you an honest read on it. We handle most pool equipment repair ourselves, without calling in an outside contractor.
Why Hawaii Pools Need Weekly Professional Cleaning
Owning a pool here is different from owning one on the mainland. Here’s what our weather does to it:
- Algae pressure: The water stays warm all year, which is exactly what green, yellow, and black algae want. Miss a week of brushing and balancing, and you can wake up to a green pool.
- Strong UV: Hawaii’s sun burns off chlorine fast. Without the right stabilizer level, your sanitizer is gone before it can do its job.
- Constant debris: Trade winds blow leaves, red dirt, pollen, and vog into your pool every day. Plumeria, palms, and ironwoods look great in the yard and drop something in the water constantly.
- Salt air corrosion: Coastal neighborhoods like Portlock and Aina Haina get salty air that corrodes equipment and wears down surfaces faster.
- No off-season: There’s no winter to slow things down. Your pool needs attention 52 weeks a year.
In East Honolulu, a professional pool cleaning service is the cheapest way to protect what you paid for that pool.
What Our Customers Say
We have a 5.0 Google rating from 24 reviews.
“Based on the reviews I read I called Paul of Koko Head Pool Service. He came out the same day to inspect our system. It turned out cyanuric acid was too high and our sand filter was too small. Paul was knowledgeable, professional and friendly.”
Sam Lam
“One example of Paul’s excellent service is when he reached out during a recent rainstorm to see if we were in town. When he learned that we were out of town, he went over to pump our pool, preventing flooding on our lanai.”
Wendy Nakatsukasa-Ono
That’s the difference between a local pool guy who knows your property and a company that shows up, skims, and leaves.
Why Homeowners Choose Koko Head Pool Service
A Certified Pool Operator
Paul Costello holds the Certified Pool Operator credential from the National Swimming Pool Foundation. That training covers the chemistry, hydraulics, and mechanical systems behind your pool. You see it in clearer water, equipment that lasts longer, and fewer emergency repairs.
Family-Owned Since 1995
Jim Costello, Paul’s father, started Koko Head Pool Service in 1995. Paul joined in 2000 and has serviced pools across East Honolulu ever since, which adds up to 26 years of hands-on pool care. Paul has owned the business since 2024. You’re hiring a family that built its name one pool at a time in this community, not a mainland franchise.
Consistency You Can Count On
We know your pool’s quirks, your equipment’s history, and what your water tends to do after a heavy rain or a long stretch of Kona winds. That’s what years on the same route gets you.
Honest, Straightforward Communication
If something needs repair, we’ll tell you. If it doesn’t, we’ll tell you that too. No upselling and no scare tactics.
Neighborhoods We Serve Across East Honolulu
We do weekly pool maintenance in Hawaii Kai and the communities around it. Each neighborhood has its own conditions (elevation, wind, trees, salt air), and we adjust for them.
- Hawaii Kai: home turf, and where we service the most pools
- Portlock: oceanfront properties with heavy salt air
- Kahala: weekly care for Kahala families
- Diamond Head: from the slopes to the Gold Coast
- Aina Haina: weekly cleaning for family pools
- Hawaii Loa Ridge: pools in this gated community
- Wai’alae Iki: hillside pools that catch extra wind and debris
- Kalama Valley: a short drive from our Hawaii Kai office
- Kuli’ou’ou: valley pools with plenty of leaf litter
- Haha’ione: in the heart of Hawaii Kai
We live and work here, and that local knowledge shows up in how we care for your pool.
Pool Cleaning Pairs Well With These Services
A lot of customers combine weekly cleaning with:
- Pool Chemical Service: deeper water chemistry management beyond the standard weekly test
- Residential Pool Service: our all-inclusive home pool maintenance plan
- Pool Equipment Repair: pump, filter, heater, and automation repair from the people who already know your pool
Weekly Pool Cleaning Pricing
Weekly pool cleaning service starts at $250 per month for most residential pools in East Honolulu. Your price depends on pool size, current condition, and any extra features or services. Most chemicals are included in your monthly fee, so you don’t have to buy or store anything.
Ready to Get Your Weekends Back?
Call Paul directly at 808-399-4388 or request a free quote. We’ll come out, look at your pool, and give you an honest recommendation with no pressure and no obligation.
Your pool should be the best part of your home, not a weekend chore. Let us handle it so you can get back in the water.
Getting Started Is Easy
Tell us about your pool
Call or send the two-minute quote form. Neighborhood and what you need is enough to start.
Get your price
Paul usually replies the same business day with a price or a time to come look.
Service starts on your route day
Your pool joins the weekly route. You get a heads-up whenever something needs attention.
What customers say about Koko Head Pool Service
My wife has been maintaining our pool for a year. Lately it keeps getting greener and greener. She kept brushing, cleaning filters, back washing and using more shock, algicide etc but all to no avail. Based on the reviews I read I called Paul of Koko Head Pool Service. He came out the same day to inspect our system. It turned out cyanuric acid was too high and our sand filter was too small. He gave us a quote in a few hours. We drained and refilled the pool. Paul came back in a couple of days to install the new filter with glass filtering media. Paul was knowledgeable, professional and friendly. The cost was reasonable. Now the wife is happy and I am happy too. 6 Stars to Paul if there is such thing.
Paul from Koko Head Pool Service came and quickly solved all my pool issues. I was trying to service my own pool but I didn't know what I needed, when I needed it, or how often. He had all the equipment and knowledge needed. And he is a truly nice guy too! We happily signed up for his monthly service plan.
Paul provides excellent weekly pool service, and we highly recommend Koko Head Pool Service. One example of Paul's excellent service is when he reached out during a recent rainstorm to see if we were in town. When he learned that we were out of town, he went over to pump our pool, preventing flooding on our lanai and potentially into our house. Appreciate you, Paul and team!
Guides from Paul on professional pool cleaning service
- Why Is My Pool Cloudy? 7 Causes and the Fix for Each (Hawaii Guide) Cloudy water is your pool telling you something is off. Here are the 7 causes I find most often in East Honolulu pools, how to tell which one you have, and the exact fix for each.
- Leaving the Island for a Few Weeks? How to Keep Your Pool From Turning Green While You're Gone Your pool doesn't take a vacation when you do. In Hawaii, a pool left alone can go green in about a week and evaporate below the skimmer in two. Here's my pre-trip checklist, and how to tell when you need someone checking on it.
- Red Dirt and Pool Stains: A Hawaii Pool Owner's Guide If you've got red dirt near your pool in Hawaii, you know the fight. It stains plaster, clogs filters, and turns clear water into rust-colored soup.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I schedule pool cleaning in Hawaii Kai?
Weekly, for every pool in Hawaii Kai and East Honolulu. Warm water, strong UV, and steady trade winds grow algae and pile up debris much faster than on the mainland. Skip a week and you can end up with green water, a clogged filter, and chemistry that costs more to fix than it would have to maintain.
What does your weekly pool cleaning service include?
Every visit includes skimming, brushing walls and tile, vacuuming the floor, emptying baskets, testing and balancing the water, and checking the equipment. We also check the water level, clean the waterline, and keep notes on your pool's condition over time. Most chemicals are included in your monthly service fee.
How much does pool cleaning service cost in East Honolulu?
Weekly pool cleaning starts at $250 per month for most residential pools in East Honolulu. Your price depends on pool size, current condition, features like a spa or waterfall, and any extra services. We'll look at your pool and give you a free quote up front so there are no surprises.
Do I need to be home when you clean my pool?
No. Plenty of our customers in Hawaii Kai, Kahala, and Diamond Head are at work or off-island when we come by. We just need reliable access to the pool and the equipment. The visit is the same whether you're home or not, and a lot of people like coming back to a clean pool they didn't have to touch.
Do you service saltwater pools as well as chlorine pools?
Yes, both. Saltwater pools still need regular cleaning, chemistry checks, and salt cell inspection to work right. Paul is a Certified Pool Operator and has worked on both types since 2000, so he can tell you what your setup needs.
What makes Koko Head Pool Service different from other pool cleaners?
Paul Costello is a Certified Pool Operator who has serviced East Honolulu pools since 2000. We're a family business that has been part of this community since 1995, not a franchise. And our customers have given us a 5.0 rating on Google, because we take care of their pools like they're ours.
Can you fix a green or neglected pool before starting regular service?
Yes. We bring green, neglected, and algae-filled pools back all over Hawaii Kai and East Honolulu. Depending on how far gone it is, a recovery can take several visits of shocking, heavy brushing, and filter cleaning before we switch to weekly maintenance. Paul will look at it and give you an honest timeline and price before any work starts.