Tampa Bay
Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough counties
Pool decks and lanais
Pool Deck Rust Removal
Tampa Bay + Southwest Florida
Irrigation rust on a pool deck needs a material-specific approach and a plan to keep the treatment out of the pool. That is how we do it.
Quick answer
Orange stains on a pool deck from the sprinklers are iron from the irrigation water. We identify the deck surface first, because pavers, broom-finish concrete, textured deck coatings and natural stone like travertine all react differently, then treat the stains with the pool edge protected and the rinse directed away from the water.
- Licensed and insured
- Free estimates
- Free water testing
- Pool water protected
The problem
Why pool decks are a special case
Pool decks sit inside the spray pattern of the landscape zones around the cage or fence line, and they are usually light-colored, so iron staining shows up quickly. They also have two things a driveway does not: a body of water right next to the work, and a surface that is often coated, sealed or made of acid-sensitive stone.
That changes how rust should come off. A product that is fine on bare concrete can dull a textured deck coating or etch travertine, and runoff should never drain into the pool. So every pool deck job starts with identifying the surface and testing a spot you will never notice.
Screen enclosures often stain at the same time as the deck below them. Our guide to irrigation rust on pool cages and screen enclosures covers the frame and screens.
Deck surfaces
Pool deck surfaces and how we approach them
Paver pool decks
Treated with care for color, sealer and joint sand, rinsed at low pressure.
Broom-finish concrete
The most forgiving deck surface, though old staining can need a second pass.
Textured deck coatings
Spray-on and knockdown coatings are tested first, because some products can dull the finish.
Travertine and natural stone
Acid-sensitive. We test carefully, use an approach suited to stone, and will tell you if a stain needs a stone specialist instead.
Coping and steps
The edges where the deck meets the pool, handled with the water protected.
Cage kick plates
The lower panels and frame at the deck line, which stain along with the deck.
We protect the pool edge, keep rinse water flowing away from the pool and never let treatment drain into the water.
How it works
How pool deck rust removal works
Identify the surface
Pavers, concrete, coating or stone, sealed or not. That decides everything after.
Protect the pool
We protect the pool edge and plan the rinse so runoff flows away from the water.
Test, then treat
A hidden test spot first, then the stained areas, given time to work.
Rinse and inspect
A low-pressure rinse and a final look at the deck once it starts to dry.
TimingDepends on the stained area. We include it in your estimate.
Pool useWe will tell you if the pool should stay closed during the visit.
Pricing
What affects the price of pool deck rust removal
Deck material
Natural stone and coated decks need more testing and care.
Stained area
How much of the deck is orange and how far it runs under the cage.
Severity
Recent overspray versus years of buildup.
Cage and furniture
Screen enclosures, planters and furniture affect how the work is done.
Photos of the deck and the nearest sprinkler heads help us give an accurate first estimate.
Keep it clean
Pool decks sit inside the spray pattern.
If your irrigation runs on a well with iron, a deck that sits in the spray pattern will stain again. Moving or adjusting heads helps. A prevention system treats the water so new orange does not form, and we can refill and check it every month.
How rust prevention worksFree water testing
Reviews
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What customers say about our rust removal
Rust Busters are the best!!! They are professional, hard working, and very knowledgeable. Took my rust colored sidewalks, curbs, and house, and made it look new again. The monthly service is at a great price and it frees up my time. I highly recommend them.
Aydin was wonderful to work with. He arrived on time and went right to work. I was originally going to replace the pavers at considerable cost when Aydin’s company, Rustbusters was recommended to me. You can see by the pictures it was the right decision! His quote was very reasonable and he cleaned up the area when the work was completed. Absolutely 5 stars!
Paul was a lifesaver!! I did a big landscaping project for my animal hospital and the irrigation that was installed caused iron staining all over my property. Luckily, Paul was able to remove all the staining and install a system into my well so the iron could be contained, preventing any future staining! He was very professional, information & incredibly kind to my entire staff. Would highly recommend working with this company!!! They also have great, affordable pricing.
Paul was very accommodating. The service and his workmanship is a 5 star. I highly recommend him.
Service areas
Pool deck rust removal in two regions
Southwest Florida
Sarasota, Charlotte and Lee counties
Areas we serve
- Englewood
- Rotonda West
- Placida
- Boca Grande
- Port Charlotte
- Punta Gorda
- North Port
- Venice
- Nokomis
- Osprey
- Sarasota
- Fort Myers
Resources
All resourcesRelated guides
Surfaces
Irrigation Rust on Pavers: How to Remove It Without Damage
Color, sealer, joint sand and natural stone all change how rust should come off pavers.
Surfaces
Irrigation Rust on Pool Cages and Screen Enclosures
Cleaning the frame, screens and deck without harming the finish or the pool.
Prevention
How Irrigation Rust Prevention Systems Work
The tank, the injection system, and how treated water stops new stains.
Questions
Pool deck rust removal questions
Is the rust remover safe around my pool?
We do not let treatment or rinse water drain into the pool. We protect the edge and direct runoff away from the water. If the pool should stay closed during the visit, we will tell you.
Can you remove rust from a travertine pool deck?
Travertine is acid-sensitive, so it needs a different approach than concrete and a careful test first. Some stains on natural stone are better handled by a stone restoration specialist, and we will tell you if that is the case.
Will treatment damage my deck coating?
Some products can dull textured deck coatings. We test a hidden spot and check it before treating the stained areas.
Why does my pool deck keep turning orange?
The sprinklers around the pool are spraying iron-rich water on it. Until the heads are adjusted or the water is treated, the staining will return.
Can you clean the pool cage too?
Yes. The frame, kick plates and screens usually stain at the same time as the deck.
Free estimates · Licensed & insured
Ready to Clean Up the Pool Deck?
Send us photos of the deck and the nearby sprinkler heads. We will tell you what it will take and how to keep it from coming back.
Tampa Bay (727) 274-1606Southwest Florida (727) 580-3918