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South Shore Massachusetts

Your pool.
Grub's got it.

Opening, closing, maintenance, and repair — done right by someone who's been doing this for 20 years. No crews, no strangers. Just the guy who knows your pool.

20
Years experience
South Shore
MA & beyond
1
Person every time

What we do

Everything your pool needs.

From first open to last close — and every repair, clean, and chemical check in between. Tap any service to learn more.

  • Net and skim surface
  • Brush walls and steps
  • Vacuum pool floor
  • Empty skimmer and pump baskets
  • Test and balance water chemistry
  • Add chemicals as needed

*Base rate for standard residential pools in good condition. Rate may vary based on pool size and condition. Cost of chemicals is additional.

  • Remove and fold winter cover (customer stores on property)
  • Reinstall ladders, rails, and drain plugs
  • Prime pump and start circulation
  • Brush walls and vacuum
  • Initial chemical balance
  • Equipment inspection

*Standard rate applies to residential pools up to 20,000 gallons (approx. 16×32 ft), well-maintained, with no repairs or equipment issues. Larger pools, spas, or pools requiring extra attention are quoted individually.

  • Lower water to proper winter level
  • Blow out and plug all lines
  • Winterize equipment and pump
  • Add winter chemical treatment
  • Install winter cover
  • Remove and store ladders and rails on property

*Standard rate applies to residential pools up to 20,000 gallons (approx. 16×32 ft), well-maintained, with no repairs or equipment issues. Larger pools, spas, or pools requiring extra attention are quoted individually.

  • Full vacuum of pool floor
  • Skim surface and remove debris
  • Brush walls, steps, and waterline
  • Clean tile and waterline buildup
  • Empty all baskets
  • Basic chemical check

*Base rate for standard residential pools in reasonably maintained condition. Heavily neglected or green pools require additional time and chemicals and will be quoted accordingly.

  • Pump and motor diagnosis and replacement
  • Filter cleaning, repair, and replacement
  • Heater troubleshooting and equipment swap-out
  • Pool equipment connections and fittings
  • PVC pipe repairs at the equipment pad
  • Liner assessment (repair referral if needed)

*$100 service call includes first hour of labor (Mon–Fri). Additional labor at $120/hr. Cost of parts and chemicals is additional. Quotes over your pre-set threshold are sent for approval before work begins. Work requiring a licensed plumber, electrician, or gas fitter will be coordinated on your behalf — those costs plus a coordination fee will appear on your invoice. One point of contact, one bill.

  • Weekend service calls (Sat/Sun)
  • Same-day emergency response
  • Equipment failures before events
  • Urgent chemical issues or green pool

*Weekend service call $150 + $150/hr labor. Emergency (same day) $175 + $175/hr. Handled case by case — call or text directly. Cost of parts and chemicals is additional.

"No crew. No strangers. Just the guy who's been doing this for 20 years showing up to take care of your pool."
— That's Grub's Tubs
20years
exp.

About

One person. Full accountability.

Grub's Tubs is a one-person operation with 20 years of experience up and down the East Coast, rooted right here on the South Shore. When you book, the same person shows up every time.

  • Openings and closings done right the first time — no callbacks
  • Equipment diagnosed fast — 20 years means he's seen it before
  • You'll know what was done and why, every visit
  • Serving the South Shore from Hingham to Plymouth
  • Text when on the way. Invoice when done.

Service area

South Shore MA & surrounding towns

Based on the South Shore, serving pools from Hingham to Plymouth. A little further out? Reach out — if it makes sense, we'll make it work.

MarshfieldDuxburyScituateCohassetHanoverPembrokePlymouthNorwellHinghamKingston
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Call or text
(781) 555-0100
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Based in
South Shore, MA
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Season
April – October