Essential Pool & Spa Technician Tools
Everything you need to start your career as a pool & spa technician. Hand tools, power tools, safety gear, and the estimated startup cost.
At a glance
10
Hand tools
Day-one essentials
5
Power tools
Add as you grow
5
Safety items
Non-negotiable
$500–$2,000 for cleaning tools, a test kit, and chemicals; $2,000–$6,000 more for a service vehicle, a pump/motor toolkit, and a starter route's chemical supply.
Startup cost
Full kit
Hand tools
Essential hand tools
- Telescoping pole
- Skimmer net and leaf rake
- Pool brush
- Vacuum head and hose
- Water test kit (drops or strips)
- Pumice stone
- Pliers and screwdrivers
- Tile brush
- O-ring kit and lubricant
- Pole-mounted scrub
Power tools
Power tools to invest in
- Submersible pump
- Cordless drill/driver
- Pressure washer
- Pump/motor puller
- Robotic-cleaner diagnostic kit
Safety
Safety gear (non-negotiable)
- Chemical-resistant gloves
- Safety goggles
- Respirator (chlorine/acid handling)
- Non-slip boots
- Apron
Budget
Estimated startup cost
$500–$2,000 for cleaning tools, a test kit, and chemicals; $2,000–$6,000 more for a service vehicle, a pump/motor toolkit, and a starter route's chemical supply.
A starter kit covers hand tools and basic power tools. Specialized tools (drain machines, bending machines, etc.) are usually purchased once you start handling specific job types.