Pools, Fountains, and Water Features—We’ve Got Spring Covered

Our Spring Start-Up Services

Our dedicated pool professionals are hard at work, ensuring that every aquatic facility is ready for the bustling summer months. This season, we are focusing on hiring and training a new wave of lifeguards to maintain safety and excellence at pools across Northeast Ohio. Our comprehensive training programs equip lifeguards with the skills they need to excel, ensuring that every swim is a safe one.

In addition to lifeguard training, our experts are busy with pool openings, conducting thorough inspections, and performing essential maintenance tasks. We are committed to providing top-notch service, making sure that every pool is in pristine condition for our clients and their communities.

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Comprehensive Pool Openings

We ensure your pool is ready for the season with cover removal, cleaning, and chemical balancing.

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Fountain and Water Feature Maintenance

Our team conducts thorough cleaning and pump inspections to keep your features in top condition.

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System Inspections and Repairs

We perform detailed inspections and address any minor repairs to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Iconic Water Feature Maintenance

The Doughnut Fountain at Cleveland Clinic

One of the standout features we maintain is the renowned doughnut fountain at Cleveland Clinic. This iconic water feature operates year-round, showcasing our expertise in managing complex aquatic systems. Our team takes pride in ensuring the fountain remains operational through all seasons, including harsh winters and unpredictable weather conditions.

Our role in maintaining this landmark involves regular inspections, cleaning, and system checks to guarantee its continuous operation. The doughnut fountain is a testament to our commitment to excellence and our ability to handle unique challenges in water feature management.

As one of the few fountains that operates year round regardless of the weather, we take great pride in being this iconic landmark’s caretaker. This great article from Cleveland.com explains how the fountain is able to survive everything from polar vortexes to icy winters.

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Hastings Water Works provides lifeguards and year-round services for commercial and residential pools as well as water features in Northeast Ohio.  The summer season is when we’re in full swing, staffing approximately 250 lifeguards at commercial pools, as well as providing residential and commercial pool service. We’ve been doing this for 32 years, and each year just seems to keep getting better – in large part, because of our amazing team.

Matthew Harley has been with us for four years but he’s leaving to pursue his degree in aeronautics. He is a prime example of what we endeavor to provide for all of our team members: an opportunity for growth.

Matthew’s message:

This summer I have had the excellent opportunity to be a District Manager for Hastings Water Works and today marked my last day at this job. Four summers ago, in 2020, I started at this company as a lifeguard, and I had no idea how far working for this company would take me.

As I look back on my experience working for this company, I’ve realized these years have been a masterclass in leadership. Over my time at this job, my experiences, managers, and colleagues have taught me the true essence of guiding and empowering a team. Learning the ropes of leadership, fostering teamwork, and embracing challenges has been an honor and a privilege of this job.

As I look forward to my second year at St. Louis University, I plan on carrying these experiences with me. I know the leadership skills I have acquired here at Hastings Water Works will be vital to success in my future endeavors.

Client Feedback

We also hear from clients about the experiences they’ve had with our team. We live for this feedback and in knowing that our customers are satisfied with the service they receive. Here are a couple of letters we recently received about our amazing team:

Dave,

I just wanted to briefly touch base and say “THANK YOU” for a very successful year. We had a few minor bumps here and there which were very insignificant. I probably drove Crystal crazy a few times😊 but she was nothing short of awesome in her response and attention to our needs. Thank you again for all your help.

Scott Schmelzer

General Manager, Silver Lake Country Club

Hello Dave,

Hope your summer is going well – I just wanted to write you a quick note to commend two of your employees who work at our pool here in The Landings.

Our lifeguard supervisor, Ben, has been doing a tremendous job supervising our pool from day one. He keeps a close eye on things and quickly responds to any request when called upon. He was a great lifeguard last year and an even better supervisor this year. We’re glad our pool is under his watch.

And one of our lifeguards, Sierra, is truly exceptional. Today, when there was a period when no swimmers were present at the pool, she took it upon herself to hop in the pool and polish our entire perimeter of pool tiles. Most other lifeguards normally take a break and relax during occasional downtimes but not her – she made herself productive instead – and our pool looks great! I’ve also seen her skimming the surface of the pool with a net during break times to keep it in tip-top shape, and she always rolls up hoses neatly rather than leaving them in a tangled pile. I know these are little things, but little things do matter. Our pool always looks its best when she is on duty!

Both Ben and Sierra do an awesome job here at The Landings, and our community notices. They’re both great ambassadors for Hastings Water Works!

Jeff Urbaniak

President, Landings Racquet & Swim Club

We are truly grateful for our dedicated team and for the time our customers take to provide feedback about their experiences.

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Spring Opening and Fall Closing / Winterization for your Residential or Commercial Pool

We provide comprehensive opening and closing services for your residential or commercial pool, ensuring your pool is ready to use at the beginning of the season and properly closed for the winter.

Commercial Recurring Pool Maintenance Services

We provide comprehensive commercial pool cleaning, water chemistry analysis, and equipment maintenance services.

These services can be scheduled daily, weekly, three times per week, or five times per week.

Residential Weekly Pool Cleaning Services

For your residential pools, our technicians provide comprehensive residential pool cleaning, water chemistry analysis, and equipment maintenance services.

You can schedule services weekly, every other week, or monthly.

Residential Pool Chemical Checks

Don’t need the comprehensive residential pool cleaning but still want help with your chemicals? We provide a residential chemical check that includes everything in our residential weekly cleaning service except skimming, vacuuming, brushing, and tile cleaning.

You can schedule residential pool chemical checks weekly, every other week, or monthly.

Pool Equipment Repairs, Installations, and Replacements

For your residential or commercial pool needs, we provide extensive support for all of your pool equipment repairs, installations, and replacements. We service:

• Heaters
• Pumps
• Filters
• Salt Chlorine Generators
• Automatic Chemical Controllers
• Chlorinator
• Chemical Pumps and Feeders
• Ozone Systems
• UV Lights
• Ladders
• Diving Boards
• Handrails
• And more

Special Residential or Commercial Pool Projects – Repairs, Installations, and Replacements

We also offer services for special residential or commercial project pool projects, including:

• Vinyl liners
• Winter mesh safety covers
• Tile
• Coping
• Skimmers
• Main drain safety covers
• Diving boards
• Slides
• Water features
• Spraygrounds
• Underwater lights
• Splash pads
• Stain removal
• Drain and clean services
• Chlorine baths
• Acid washes
• and more

Leak Detection and Underground Repairs

Water Balancing Chemicals

One-time delivery or ongoing recurring deliveries for your residential or commercial pool

Lifeguard Staffing / Facility Management

We provide comprehensive turnkey services, lifeguard staffing, comprehensive pool cleaning, water chemistry analysis, equipment maintenance services

The Largest Swimming Pool Service, Maintenance and Management Company in Ohio – the only thing we don’t do is build or install new pools.  For everything else with your residential or commercial pool, Hastings Water Works has you covered.

When it comes to maintaining and servicing your in-ground pool in NE Ohio, choosing the right pool service provider is crucial. The right provider will have the knowledge, experience, and expertise to meet your pool’s specific needs and ensure that it receives the care it deserves. Our team at Hastings Water Works is the best in the business when it comes to taking care of your backyard oasis or commercial facility.

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A Hastings Water Works Christmas Tale

‘Twas the night before Christmas; pool season was done.
Our team grabbed some eggnog, they were ready for fun.
The skimmers were hung by the poolside with care,
Hoping no leaves would find a way there.

The chemicals were nestled all snug in their shed,
While visions of clear water danced in my head.
And mama with her test kit and I in my swim cap,
Had just settled in for the long winter cold snap.

When out on the deck there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from my recliner to discover the matter.
I looked out at the pool – not a ripple in sight,
Not a swimmer was stirring – not even in moonlight.

The pool gave a glow from the moon up above,
When I realized what was missing: my winter mesh cover!
My pool was uncovered, the water unprotected –
Yet I had time to wonder: Were reindeer detected?

You’ll remember the past, how we saved Christmas night
The year that the reindeer gave Santa such fright.
They desperately wanted to go for a swim,
So they stopped the full sleigh – quite on a whim!

It wasn’t the reindeer who were up to no good
All evidence pointed to a sinister hood!
With his glimmering eyes and his slithering manner
It wasn’t as if he needed a banner!

The visitor who uncovered my pool this night
Was none other than the Grinch – as he snuck out of sight.
In desperation I rang up that jolly old elf
I explained what had happened and asked him to help.

He flew in with his sleigh like a rush of cold wind,
And lectured the Grinch until he felt quite chagrined.
Then Santa and the reindeer stayed long enough to see
The Grinch cover my pool and apologize to me.

Santa reminded the Grinch, in his jolly old way,
That only good grinches would get gifts from his sleigh.
The Grinch beseeched Santa and dropped to his knees –
“One more chance I beg you, I’ll be good. Oh, pretty please!”

What could he do but say ‘yes’ to the Grinch?
At Christmas all of our hearts need a pinch
To remind us of grace and forgiveness that rule.
Even if you manage to uncover the pool.

So, the night ended well, and we asked Grinch to stay,
For a cup of hot chocolate as Santa took to his sleigh,
And as in years past, as Santa took to the sky,
He hollered, “Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!”

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(To the tune of “My Favorite Things”)

Pumps that keep pumping and filters that filter
Perfectly balanced pH not off kilter
Genuine care from our great pool tech team
These are a few of our favorite things!
 
Winterized pools and clean hot tubs for fun
Can’t wait till summer to lay in the sun
Professional service through rain, snow, and sleet
These are a few of our favorite things!
 
Quality service for your water features
Water that’s safe for both people and creatures
Lifeguards who watch over all our offspring
These are a few of our favorite things!
 
When the wind blows – when the pipes froze
When your luck turns bad
A call into Hastings will solve all your woes
And then you won’t feel so sad!

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Focused Lifeguards

We value our lifeguards and do everything we can to ensure their safety and comfort while working. With just a few rare exceptions, our lifeguards work four hour shifts, on average. In most cases, our guards are on active duty 45 minutes out of every hour, with 15 minute safety breaks before the top of each hour. This ensures they have ample time to use the bathroom, take a break, cool off, and relax to be focused for the next 45 minutes on duty. Because the work is usually outside and in hot weather, when on active duty, they’re required to have water with them to stay hydrated, and we urge them to use umbrellas when in the chair, wear a hat, use sunscreen, and wear sunglasses – all for their own wellbeing and safety. They’re also allowed a brief immersion in the pool for a quick chill when on a safety break.

Scheduling Is About Safety

Lifeguard staffing and schedules are adjusted weekly – even daily – throughout the season to meet the appropriate staffing needs for safety as the weather changes, the season progresses, and patron pool use fluctuates. We strive to not overstaff with too many lifeguards and waste our clients’ money, but our goal is to always ensure safety comes first – with no exception, which sometimes means two or three lifeguards are assigned to a pool instead of the usual solo guard at many facilities.

Hastings Water Works – Trustworthy and Reliable

We pride ourselves on being the most trustworthy and reliable aquatics company in Northeast Ohio – one that places the safety and well-being of our aquatics team members above all else. Our lifeguards are a part of our Hastings Water Works family and the lifeblood of our organization. In addition to ensuring a safe and comfortable working environment, we offer some of the highest wages and bonus structure for new and returning lifeguards. If you’re interested in learning more about working for Hastings Water Works, visit our jobs page or apply here.

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They immediately called Hastings Water Works CEO Dave Hastings, who alerted Hastings Water Works’ Senior Service Tech, Alex Kump. Alex called and let Griffith and Acomb know that he was only 10 minutes away and would be right over. The fill process was stopped until Alex arrived.

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But Labor Day is so much more than just a day off of work. It’s a holiday intended to celebrate the workers who keep our economy going. Over the last few years, we’ve come to appreciate these essential workers more than ever. 

When the rest of us take a day off, stay home, or self-isolate, these workers are the ones who still show up every day to make sure we are safe and cared for, providing access to food, medical care, and other essentials of daily life.

For our company, Labor Day weekend is often one of the busiest of the year, as we all try to enjoy some last-minute sunshine and pool time. That means Hastings Water Works lifeguards and technicians are on the job, providing safety and peace of mind for our clients and their families. But our work doesn’t end when the weekend does. Autumn is a busy season.

Many residential pools and commercial facilities need to have a variety of services and repairs performed in the off-season. Many indoor commercial pools continue to operate throughout the winter and require lifeguards and service year-round. 

As the season winds up, be sure to get in touch to schedule your pool closing and preventative winter maintenance services. Call 1-440-832-7700 or email services@hastingswaterworks.com.

Appointments are filling quickly.

Projects to Consider After Closing Your Pool

Believe it or not, summer is drawing to an end. Autumn will arrive more quickly than any of us want.  Some trees are already tarnishing our summer enjoyment as leaves begin to yellow. Closing your pool is already on the horizon if it’s not already done!  With the change in season, we are already scheduling projects for this winter after closing your pool. Now is the time to start thinking about what you need to do to protect your investment.

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We know; we get the blues too. 

But this is a great time of year to start thinking about how to protect your investment so that next year, your pool is ready for another season of fun. 

A vinyl replacement liner can be a wise investment to prolong the longevity of your pool; however, one of the investments we believe is most important – not only for the life of your pool but for safety as well – is a winter mesh safety cover.

It’s a Good Time to Schedule Pool Maintenance

We have been busy working to repair and replace residential mesh safety covers for the last few months. There is still time to either have yours repaired or to invest in a new cover. Mesh covers provide essential winter protection, offering the best combination of protection for your pool and safety for your children, pets, and creatures who may accidentally wander onto your pool deck.

Give us a call if you need to consult with one of our service managers. In the meantime, don’t let those winter blues sneak up on you too quickly. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

A Pool Cover Offers Essential Winter Protection

I know it’s hard to think about winter during the lazy days of summer, but Hastings Water Works is already booking repairs, replacements, and closing services for clients, so it’s not too early to at least get the date you want on the books. Preparing your pool for the winter months is not as simple as tossing a cover over your pool, but a pool cover is definitely the place to start. Get in touch today to learn more about what we can do to help you repair or replace your cover, which covers we recommend, and how to schedule pool maintenance services.

WE’RE STILL HIRING

If you’re interested in applying for a lifeguard position with Hastings Water Works – or know someone who is – applications are open.

Hastings Water Works has plenty of weekend shifts available thru the end of September, as well as indoor shifts after Labor Day.

As a lifeguard, you can make as much as $15/hour if you work 60 hours over a two-week pay period. Can’t work that many hours? Work for your normal pay rate and still get an additional $2/hour for every hour worked – regardless of how many hours in any pay period.

All lifeguard applicants will receive FREE certification through Labor Day. 

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