Pool Tile Cleaning & Calcium/Scale Removal

Why Calcium Builds Up on Your Tiles

That white, crusty buildup on your pool tiles is calcium scale. It happens when your water has too much calcium or when pH levels stay high for too long. Placentia has hard water, which means calcium buildup is a common problem for pool owners in this area.

Scale does not just look bad. It makes your tiles rough, traps dirt and algae, and can even damage the tile surface if you let it sit too long. Regular brushing will not get rid of it. You need professional tile cleaning and calcium removal in Placentia, CA to restore your tiles to their original condition.

How We Remove Scale and Calcium

We use two main methods depending on how bad the buildup is. For light to moderate scale, we use specialized chemicals that dissolve the calcium without damaging your tiles or grout. We apply the solution, let it work, and then scrub the tiles clean.

• •Chemical cleaning: Best for regular maintenance and light buildup. Gentle on tiles but tough on calcium.
• •Bead blasting: For heavy scale that chemicals cannot remove. We use tiny glass beads under pressure to strip away thick deposits without scratching the tile.
• •Pumice stone scrubbing: For spot treatment on stubborn areas. Works great on porcelain and ceramic tiles.

We choose the right method based on your tile type, the severity of the buildup, and your budget. Some jobs only need a quick chemical treatment. Others require more aggressive techniques to get the tiles looking new again.

Why Clean Tiles Matter

Clean tiles make your whole pool look better. When your waterline tiles are covered in white scale, your pool looks dirty even if the water is crystal clear. Removing the buildup instantly improves the appearance and makes your pool more inviting.

Beyond looks, clean tiles are easier to maintain. Scale traps dirt, oils, and algae, which means you spend more time scrubbing and more money on chemicals. Once we remove the buildup, your tiles stay cleaner longer. We also help you adjust your water chemistry to slow down future scale formation.

Many Placentia homeowners combine tile cleaning with our deep pool cleaning service for a complete makeover. If you want to prevent buildup in the first place, our weekly maintenance plans include water testing and chemistry adjustments to keep calcium levels under control.

How to Prevent Calcium Buildup

You can not eliminate calcium completely because it is in your water supply. But you can slow down the buildup by keeping your water chemistry balanced. That means checking pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness regularly.

If your calcium levels are too high, we can recommend products to bring them down. If your pH stays high, we adjust it to prevent scale from forming. Regular maintenance is the best way to avoid needing aggressive cleaning down the road.

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