Turning old pools into new experiences

Pool cleaning, repairs, renovations and new builds across the Helderberg and greater Cape Town. Reliable workmanship, fast response and clear pricing, with personal attention from owner Ishmael Nkhata.

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Strand & greater Cape TownOpen Monday to SaturdayIn the trade since 2018

Pool cleaningWater treatmentGreen pool recoveryPump repairsFilter repairsLeak detectionMarbelite resurfacingTile and copingFibreglass poolsConcrete poolsShell pool installationHeat pump installationPool heating panelsPVC ratchet coversSand changesPool lights and DBsPool paving and deckingPool cleaningWater treatmentGreen pool recoveryPump repairsFilter repairsLeak detectionMarbelite resurfacingTile and copingFibreglass poolsConcrete poolsShell pool installationHeat pump installationPool heating panelsPVC ratchet coversSand changesPool lights and DBsPool paving and decking

2018In the pool trade since 2018

5Pool services from one team

6 daysOpen Monday to Saturday

Ishmael Nkhata, founder of Mother City Pools, installing a heat pump and sand filter

About Mother City Pools

Built door to door in the Helderberg

Ishmael Nkhata started in the pool trade in 2018, at age 19. He learned the work from the ground up. When his contract ended in 2023, he cycled from door to door in the Helderberg and offered to clean pools. In early 2024 that work became Mother City Pools.

Personal attention from the owner on every job
A clear price before any work starts
Cleaning, repairs, renovations and new pools

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Our services

One team for your whole pool

Emergency repairs, weekly maintenance, a full renovation or a new pool. Each service has its own page with the full details.

Pool Cleaning & Maintenance

Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly visits. We vacuum, skim, test and balance the water, and look after your equipment.

Weekly plans
Water testing
Green pool recovery

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Pool Repairs

Pumps, filters, leaks and pipework. We find the real cause and repair it correctly, with a fast response for emergencies.

Pump repairs
Leak detection
Emergency call-outs

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Pool Renovations

Resurfacing, tiles and coping, modern redesigns and new surrounds. We turn old pools into new experiences.

Marbelite resurfacing
Tile and coping
Paving and decking

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Pool Construction

Custom fibreglass and concrete pools, from site inspection and excavation to plumbing, filtration and handover.

Fibreglass pools
Concrete pools
Plunge pools

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Pool Equipment & Upgrades

Heat pumps, heating panels, PVC ratchet covers, pumps, filters and pool lights, supplied and installed.

Heat pumps
Ratchet covers
Pool lights

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What we do

Clean. Build. Protect.

Clear pool after a Mother City Pools service — Clean
Clear, balanced water on every visit.

New fibreglass pool installed by Mother City Pools — Build
New fibreglass pools, from the first dig.

PVC ratchet pool cover fitted by Mother City Pools — Protect
Custom-fitted covers that keep debris out.

Who we work for

Pools of every size

From a family pool to a busy commercial pool, every pool gets the same standard of care.

Homes

Weekly care, repairs, covers and new pools for family homes.

Estates and complexes

Scheduled maintenance and covers for shared pools.

Commercial pools

Hotels, schools, gyms and spa facilities.

Why Mother City Pools

Why clients choose us

Fast response

When your pool needs urgent attention, we get to you quickly. Green pools, burst pipes and failed pumps get priority.

Transparent pricing

You get a clear price before work starts. No hidden costs and no surprises.

Personal attention

You deal directly with Ishmael, the owner. Clear communication from the first call to the final result.

One team for everything

Cleaning, repairs, renovations, new builds and upgrades. One call covers all of it.

How it works

From first message to a clear pool

STEP 01

Get in touch

Send a WhatsApp, call, or use the quote form. Tell us about your pool and the problem.

STEP 02

Assessment

Ishmael looks at the pool, the water and the equipment, and finds the real cause.

STEP 03

Clear quote

You get a clear price before work starts, with no hidden costs.

STEP 04

Work done right

We do the work, test everything and show you the result.

Client reviews

What our clients say

Rated 4.3 out of 5 on Google from 6 reviews. These are the words of real Mother City Pools clients.

“After a long winter, my pool was a total swamp, and I was dreading the cleanup. I found Mother City Pools, and Ishmael was at my place the very next day. He fixed our pump, changed the sand, and cleaned the entire pool, all with his own equipment and chemicals. I was shocked at how much he did for a fraction of what other companies had quoted me.”

“Thank you to Ishmael for promptly coming out and fixing our pool pump and other related issues with water flow. He is efficient, experienced and a pleasure to deal with. Wonderful service and definitely recommended.”

“Ishmael is a fantastic guy who communicates everything very clearly and performs a great job. I was more than happy to pay him for brilliant service and could really tell that he has loads of experience with fixing any pool related issues.”