Louisiana · Pool Repair & Equipment Service · Updated 2026
Pump won't prime, heater won't fire, filter pressure climbing? 24 pool repair companies in the Kenner area, ranked by rating and review count, with what common repairs cost in Kenner this year. This page shows the top 20.
Ordered by customer rating and review count across the Kenner area. Listings include the available rating, contact details and location; confirm current credentials and scope directly.
Companies in the second group are listed for cleaning routes; most handle equipment repairs for their route customers and many for walk-in calls — ask.
A diagnostic or service call in Kenner typically runs $75–$145, often credited against the repair. The common jobs:
| Job | Typical Kenner price |
|---|---|
| Service call / diagnostic | $75–$145 |
| Pump motor or seal replacement | $300–$775 |
| New variable-speed pump, installed | $800–$2,450 |
| Heater repair (igniter, sensor, board) | $150–$500 |
| Heater or heat pump replacement | $2,400–$6,300 |
| Filter rebuild (grids, cartridges, laterals) | $150–$500 |
| Salt cell replacement | $500–$1,050 |
| Automation / controller install | $1,500–$3,900 |
Louisiana labor rates are close to the national baseline used for these estimates. Parts are priced nationally, so the spread between quotes usually comes from labor, brand and whether a repair or a replacement is recommended — ask for both numbers when a component is more than ten years old.
Photograph the pump, filter, heater and controller labels (model and serial). It saves a diagnostic visit and lets the tech bring the right parts.
Kenner market
4.6 average customer rating · 682 reviews · 24 companies · 12 specialists
See All on the Map →24 pool repair companies in the Kenner area. 12 are listed as specialists for this work; the rest are weekly service routes that routinely handle it. The ranked companies average 4.6 stars across 682 customer reviews. PoolPad orders the list with a weighted score that combines customer rating and review count, so a long track record counts for more than a handful of scores.
Summer downpours dilute chemistry and wash organics into the pool, so routes may need heavier dosing and prompt storm cleanup. Salt cells and filters work year-round, winter usually means a reduced schedule, and coastal companies should explain hurricane preparation and recovery. With pools running year-round, pumps and salt cells here rack up hours faster than the national average; budget for a pump motor or cell every few years.
For statewide rankings, city counts and Louisiana prices, see the Louisiana pool repair directory, or check the nearby cities below.
Repair a component under about eight years old with a single failed part. Replace when the unit is older than ten years, when the repair is more than half the cost of a new one, or when a more efficient model — a variable-speed pump or a heat pump — pays back through lower Louisiana energy bills within a few seasons. Ask for both quotes and the expected life of the new unit.
A service call or diagnostic in Kenner, LA typically runs $75–$145, often credited against the repair. Pump motor or seal work runs $300–$775; a new variable-speed pump installed $800–$2,450; heater repairs $150–$500 and a heater replacement $2,400–$6,300; filter rebuilds $150–$500; a new salt cell $500–$1,050. Louisiana labor is close to the national baseline used for these estimates. Get the repair and replacement price when equipment is more than ten years old.
Repair when the pump is under about eight years old and one part failed — a shaft seal, capacitor or lid o-ring is a $300-class fix. Replace when the motor is more than ten years old, the repair is more than half the cost of a new unit, or you are still running a single-speed pump: a variable-speed model typically cuts pump electricity by 50–80% and is required for most new installs under federal efficiency rules.
The most common causes are low water flow (dirty filter, closed valve or a failed pressure switch), a failed igniter or thermistor, a tripped high-limit switch, gas supply problems or a control board fault. Check filter pressure and valves first; if flow is fine, a heater technician can test the switches and board in one visit. Repairs typically run $150–$500, and units past 12–15 years are usually replacement candidates at $2,400–$6,300.
Pump motors typically last 8–12 years, filter cartridges 2–4 years, DE grids 5–10 years and filter tanks 15–25 years. Gas heaters last 10–15 years and heat pumps 10–20 with clean water and steady flow. Salt cells run 3–7 years depending on runtime and calcium scaling. Balanced water and clean filters are the cheapest way to reach the long end of those ranges.
The prime outdoor season in Kenner runs April through October — roughly 7 months of comfortable unheated swimming — and pools stay open and running year-round rather than being winterized. April through October is prime season and many pools never truly close — winter is a light-cadence idle. The price of that season: intense rain (60+ inches a year), constant summer algae pressure, and a hurricane season every pool plan has to respect.
C & C Leak Detection Inc has the highest customer rating on this Kenner list at 5 stars across 29 reviews. WaterDog Pools & Leak Detection has the largest review count (87 reviews at 4.9 stars). PoolPad orders the list with a weighted score that combines customer rating and review count, so a long track record counts for more than a handful of scores.
Louisiana requires state-licensed contractors for larger residential projects — verify the license and insurance up front. Parishes and municipalities run pool permitting and barrier enforcement, flood zones shape equipment elevation on plenty of lots, and post-storm rules about draining and debris are worth asking about before you ever need them.
Often, yes. Most manufacturers give a longer warranty — commonly three years instead of one — when equipment is bought and installed through a qualified pool professional, and some void coverage for online purchases installed by the owner. Ask the repair company whether it is a warranty station for your brand and keep the installation invoice with the serial number.
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