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When you need to backwash your pool filter or drain the pool, reuse the water to irrigate landscaping. Do not drain water into the street, alleyway or other city of Phoenix right of way. Take care when using pool water on landscaping since it contains more salt and chlorine than tap water.

How often should I drain my pool in Arizona? We recommend completely draining and refilling your pool once every 2 to 3 years in Arizona. Due to the desert climate, it is only recommended to drain the pool during the fall and winter months while the weather is cooler.

It is important to discharge your pool in a way that protects the environment and your neighbors' properties. Chlorinated pool water can never be discharged to the street, in a storm drain, wash, or on your neighbors' property, as it is a violation of local, state, and federal regulations.

Due to the desert climate, it is only recommended to drain the pool during the fall and winter months while the weather is cooler. This is also the most convenient time since you likely won't be able to use your pool anyway with the colder weather.

Having a pool-cleaning service or repair company drain, clean, and refill your pool costs an average of $225–900, depending in part on the specific cleaning process requested.

The cost to fill up an average-sized pool will range between $4 and $10 per 1,000 gallons of water.

No permit is needed to drain your pool if it is drained into the sanitary sewer cleanout or maintained on your property. Pipes that are “hard plumbed” to discharge off property (i.e. to the street) are prohibited.

Don't drain pool water into the street, gutters or storm drains: this is a violation of local codes and you could be cited for water waste. Do not drain a pool into a septic tank. Draining your pool into the sewer system allows water to be treated and reused.