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Pool Management Services

Management, maintenance, staffing, training, and repair support for HOAs, condo boards, and apartment communities across Chicagoland.

Pool Management

Service Plans Built Around Your Facility

Every facility is scoped individually. We size staffing, service frequency, and reporting around the property, not a preset package.

Weekly Maintenance

Routine chemistry and service for smaller facilities

  • Weekly water testing and dosing
  • Routine equipment inspection
  • Safety and compliance checks
  • Service reports and visit documentation
  • Seasonal opening and closing support
  • Phone and email coordination
  • Dedicated on-site manager
  • Lifeguard staffing
  • Emergency response priority routing

Pricing varies by pool count, equipment, staffing, and travel

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Full Pool Management

Operations, staffing, and oversight for community pools

  • Everything in Weekly Maintenance, plus:
  • Dedicated manager oversight
  • Lifeguard staffing and scheduling
  • Incident documentation and reporting
  • Resident and board communication
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Management check-ins and reporting
  • Staff training and supervision

Pricing varies by pool count, equipment, staffing, and travel

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Multi-Facility Management

For larger properties and more complex operations

  • Everything in Full Pool Management, plus:
  • Multi-pool or multi-site coverage
  • Priority emergency coordination
  • Expanded staffing plans
  • Annual facility assessment
  • Compliance planning support
  • Custom reporting
  • Senior operations oversight

Pricing varies by pool count, equipment, staffing, and travel

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Every proposal starts with a facility review and a written operating scope.

Who We Serve

Chicagoland's Most Trusted
Pool Management Partner

Since 1992, Aqua-Guard Management has proudly served the greater Chicagoland area — partnering with HOAs, condo boards, and apartment complexes to deliver professional, reliable aquatic management every season.

200+ HOAs

Homeowner Associations

We serve hundreds of HOAs across the Chicagoland region — managing community pools so your board never has to worry about staffing, compliance, or water chemistry again.

Chicagoland-Wide

Condo Boards

High-rise and mid-rise condo communities trust Aqua-Guard to manage their rooftop and courtyard pools with the same care as a community facility.

Since 1992

Apartment Complexes

Property management companies choose us for reliable pool operations, reducing liability and keeping residents happy all season long.

Service Area

Greater Chicagoland,
Fox Valley & Beyond

We cover an extensive service area stretching from Fox Lake in the north to Olympia Fields in the south, and from Yorkville in the west all the way to downtown Chicago and the North Shore. If you're in the Chicagoland metro, we've got you covered.

Schaumburg

Headquarters

Fox Lake

Northern Region

Olympia Fields

Southern Region

Yorkville

Western Region

Downtown Chicago

City Properties

Naperville

DuPage County

Evanston

North Shore

Joliet

Will County

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What's Included

Every Detail, Covered

Our service plans take pool operations off your plate. Here's what we handle.

Chemical Balancing

Daily testing and precise chemical adjustments to maintain perfect water chemistry, clarity, and safety.

Equipment Maintenance

Inspection, maintenance, and repair of pumps, filters, heaters, pool lights, and all mechanical systems.

Safety Inspections

Regular compliance checks to ensure your facility meets all local health department and safety codes.

Lifeguard Management

Complete staffing, scheduling, certification oversight, and daily supervision of your lifeguard team.

Incident Reporting

Thorough documentation and reporting of all pool incidents, near-misses, and safety-related events.

Seasonal Opening

Full preparation services including equipment startup, chemical shock treatment, and safety setup.

Seasonal Closing

Proper winterization, equipment storage, and end-of-season services to protect your pool investment.

Emergency Response

Rapid response protocols and on-call coordination for any urgent pool emergency or equipment failure.

Training & Certification

Training and Certification Support

We run lifeguard and related certification programs so facilities can onboard staff before the season starts.

StarGuard Elite

Lifeguard Certification

StarGuard Elite lifeguard training for new hires, returning guards, and facilities that need certified seasonal staff.

2-day course formatCPR/AED & First Aid includedCertification valid 1 yearOpen to ages 15+
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AHA Certified

CPR / AED Certification

CPR, AED, and first-aid training for aquatic staff and facility teams that need current credentials.

4-hour courseAdult, child & infant CPRAED training includedCertification valid 2 years
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FAQ

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before getting started with Aqua-Guard.

We manage a wide range of aquatic facilities including apartment complex pools, HOA community pools, waterparks, hotel and resort pools, municipal pools, fitness center pools, and private estate pools. Whether it's a compact residential pool or a large multi-pool aquatic center, our team has the expertise to handle it.

In most cases, we can begin service within 1–2 weeks of signing a service agreement. For emergency situations, seasonal start-ups, or special circumstances, we do our best to accommodate urgent timelines. Contact us to discuss your specific start date and we'll work with your schedule.

Yes — lifeguard staffing is one of our core offerings. We hire, train, certify, schedule, and supervise all lifeguard personnel. Every guard is certified through StarGuard Elite and is fully covered under our insurance policy.

We serve the entire Chicagoland metropolitan area — from Fox Lake in the north to Olympia Fields in the south, and from Yorkville in the west to downtown Chicago and the North Shore. Our headquarters are in Schaumburg, IL, and we cover Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, McHenry, and Kendall counties. Contact us to confirm coverage for your specific community.

Yes. Aqua-Guard carries full liability insurance coverage, and our lifeguards are certified for the roles they perform. We focus on strong training, supervision, and safety at every facility.

With 34+ years of experience and 250+ employees serving 200+ HOA pools across Chicagoland, we bring deep experience and consistency to every pool we manage. Our team is fully trained, certified, and invested in the communities we serve. We cover everything from daily chemical balancing to emergency response, with a dedicated management team available throughout the season.

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Aqua-Guard lifeguard and pool manager hiring Chicagoland 2026
Seasonal Hiring

Join the
Aqua-Guard Team

We hire lifeguards, pool managers, lead service techs, and service technicians for seasonal roles across Chicagoland. Phone interviews and online training are available.