The countdown to pool season is on — and Great Valley Pool Service is already taking the call
For Chester County homeowners, the arrival of April means one thing above almost everything else: it's time to open the pool. And for more than three decades, Great Valley Pool Service has been the name families in Frazer, Malvern, Paoli, and beyond trust to make that happen right the first time.
Family-owned and operated since 1991, Great Valley Pool Service has built a reputation on showing up prepared, doing the job thoroughly, and treating every backyard like it's their own. Whether you have a simple in-ground pool, a pool-and-spa combination, or a setup that's seen a few hard winters, their certified technicians handle every aspect of the spring opening — from removing and storing your winter cover to balancing water chemistry, inspecting equipment, and making sure every valve, pump, and filter is properly configured before they leave your property.
"During the pool opening or closing, I've been very impressed with the level of professionalism and efficiency of their team — especially having a pool plus spa."
That kind of attention matters more than homeowners often realize. A pool opened incorrectly — with improperly set valves or unbalanced water — can cost you weeks of your swimming season and unexpected repair bills. Great Valley Pool Service's team brings the experience to get it right on day one.
More than just a seasonal visit — they're your year-round pool partner
Great Valley Pool Service isn't just a company that shows up twice a year. Their full-service model is built around keeping your pool in peak condition all year long. Weekly, bi-weekly, and deluxe maintenance packages are available to cover chemical balancing, equipment checks, and general upkeep — so you can actually enjoy your pool instead of managing it.
During the winter, they will ensure that your pool maintains proper water levels and water chemistry to minimize damage to the pool’s surface from cracked tiles, etching, pitting, staining and scaling.
Their convenient retail store, located right on Route 30 in Frazer, is stocked with a wide selection of pool and spa chemicals, maintenance supplies, accessories, pool floats, and toys. If you'd rather shop from home, many products are also available through their online store. And if your pool chemistry ever feels like a mystery, they offer free water testing and analysis — just bring in a sample and their knowledgeable staff will walk you through exactly what your water needs.
Beyond chemicals and routine care, Great Valley handles the full spectrum of pool equipment sales, installation, and repair — heaters, pumps, filters, salt chlorine generators and custom pool covers — as well as tile and coping repairs. If something breaks mid-season, they're equipped to diagnose and fix it fast.
Shade the pool deck, shade the patio: Great Valley Awning has Chester County covered
Here's something many Chester County residents don't realize: the same trusted team behind Great Valley Pool Service also runs Great Valley Awning — a full-service awning company that has been transforming outdoor spaces across Pennsylvania and Delaware since 1998.
Spring is the ideal time to think about shade. As temperatures climb and you start spending more time on your deck, patio, or around the pool, the right awning turns those spaces from uncomfortable sun traps into genuinely livable outdoor rooms. And Great Valley Awning doesn't do one-size-fits-all — every product is custom-crafted to fit your home, your aesthetic, and the way you actually use your space.
Their flagship offering is the Sunesta retractable awning, available in custom widths up to 40 feet and projections up to 14.8 feet. Constructed with polyester powder-coated finishes tested to aerospace standards, Sunesta awnings are built to last. They're maintenance-free, self-storing, and available in hundreds of fabric patterns and colorways — from classic stripes to bold solids — so you can find exactly the right look for your home. Installation is possible on virtually any surface: wall-mounted, soffit-mounted, or roof-mounted using custom-designed brackets.
A retractable awning gives you the best of both worlds — sun when you want it, shade on demand, without permanently altering the look of your home.
For homeowners who want a more permanent solution, Great Valley Awning also offers stationary awnings, window and door awnings, retractable canopies, screen systems, and porch enclosure solutions — all for both residential and commercial applications. Whether you're shading a small kitchen window or enclosing an entire back porch, their team has the expertise to design and install it beautifully.
Not sure which product is right for your space? Visit their Frazer showroom and see the options in person. Consultations are free, and the team is there to help you think through sun angles, wind exposure, and design options that complement your home's exterior.
One destination, two ways to transform your outdoor space this spring
What makes the Great Valley family of businesses uniquely valuable to Chester County homeowners is the simplicity of it: pool opening, pool maintenance, custom awnings, and shade solutions — all at one address on Lancaster Avenue in Frazer. It's the kind of local, expert, relationship-driven service that's increasingly rare to find, and the kind that Chester County residents have been relying on for over 30 years.
Spring fills up fast. Pool opening appointments book early every year, and awning installations ahead of Memorial Day weekend go quickly. If you're ready to make this your best outdoor season yet, there's no better time to reach out than right now.
Great Valley Pool Service & Great Valley Awning | 446 Lancaster Avenue, Frazer, PA 19355 | Pool Service: (610) 889-0711 | Awning: (610) 889-3104 | greatvalleypool.com | greatvalleyawning.com | Serving Chester County, Delaware County, New Castle County and surrounding areas.