Home Service Job Cost Calculator
Cost to Acid a Wash Pool
Updated: January 2013
| Item | Quantity | Low | High |
| Pool Labor Direct labor expenses to acid wash pool. | 2.0 hours | $106.50 | $106.50 |
| Pool Job Materials and Supplies Cost of supplies that may be required to acid wash pool including: connectors, fittings and replaceable components. | 200 square feet | $11.30 | $25.00 |
| Totals - Cost to Acid Wash Pool | 200 square feet | $117.80 | $131.50 |
| | Average cost per square foot | $0.59 | $0.66 |
Cost to Acid a Wash Pool - 2013 Cost Calculator
The cost to Acid a Wash Pool averages $0.59 - $0.66 per square foot in 2013. This Pool Acid Washing cost estimate is calculated from average material costs, unit labor producitivity rates and national average hourly labor wages. To refine the estimate for your Pool Acid Washing project:
1. Set Project Location Enter the location is where labor is hired and materials purchased.
2. Specify Project Size Enter the number of "square feet" required for the project.
3. Re-calculate Click the "Update" button.
Pool Acid Washing - Average Cost Per Square Foot
Expect to pay in the high end of the $0.59 - $0.66 per square foot range for a licensed, bonded and insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.
For the best value on Pool Acid Washing: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.
Cost to Acid a Wash Pool - Notes and General Information
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Pool Acid Washing, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Pool Acid Washing jobs.
The cost estimate does not include:
- General contractor fees for organizing and supervising the Pool Acid Washing. Add 12.1% to 19.3% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion therof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Acid a Wash Pool - References
- The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 7: Electrical/Electronics U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- Manual of Standard Estimating Practice American Society of Professional Estimators, Jul 2012, Editorial Staff
- Building Materials Data and Reports the National Association of Home Builders, Jul 2012,
