Pool Drain Cleaning

Clear Drains Keep Water Moving

The main drain at the deep end works with the skimmers to pull water into the pump. When leaves, debris, hair, or small toys block the drain or its line, circulation drops. The pump may lose prime or strain, and the deep end of the pool stops getting the flow it needs to stay clean.

Pool drain cleaning clears those blockages and restores proper suction. It is also a good time to look at the drain cover itself. Drain covers wear out with sun and chemicals, and a cracked or loose cover is a safety concern that should be addressed promptly.

What Drain Cleaning Includes

Clearing debris from the main drain and its cover
Checking the suction line for blockages
Clearing skimmer lines when they are restricted
Inspecting drain covers for cracks, wear, and secure attachment
Checking valve settings that control drain and skimmer suction
Confirming the pump primes and flows well afterward

How We Clean Pool Drains

We work from the drain back toward the pump to find and clear the restriction.

Check Suction and Flow

We look at pump pressure, valve positions, and how the skimmers and drain are pulling water.

Clear the Blockage

We remove debris from the drain area and use suitable methods to clear clogs in the line.

Inspect the Cover

We check that the drain cover is intact and properly fastened, and recommend replacement if it is worn.

Drain Clogs After Glendale Wind Events

Seasonal winds in Glendale push large amounts of leaves and debris into pools. Much of it sinks to the deep end and collects around the main drain. If that debris is not removed quickly, it can be pulled into the drain line and restrict flow. Homes with nearby trees in foothill neighborhoods tend to see this most often, so drain checks after windy periods are a smart habit.

Related Pool Services

After a storm, start with storm debris pool cleanup. If suction problems continue, see pool pump repair. Damaged drain covers and fittings can be handled through swimming pool repair.