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Mt. Juliet is about 17 miles east of downtown Nashville, between I-40 and U.S. 70 and between Old Hickory Lake and Percy Priest Lake.
Pool services in Mt. Juliet
What to know before you hire in Mt. Juliet
Permit: Adding a pool in Mt. Juliet takes a building permit from the Building and Codes Department. Prefabricated pools under 24 inches deep are the one exception. Tennessee law also says a pool 36 inches or deeper at a home needs a working pool alarm before the permit work is done. The city does not publish a pool permit fee online, so call for the current number.
- A private pool must be surrounded by a barrier. The top must be at least 48 inches above the ground, measured on the outside.
- The gap between the ground and the bottom of the barrier can be 2 inches at most.
- Gates must swing out, away from the pool, and be self-closing and self-latching.
- A latch lower than 54 inches must sit on the pool side, at least 3 inches down from the top of the gate.
- On fences with vertical pickets, gaps can be 1-3/4 inches wide at most when the horizontal rails are less than 45 inches apart. If rails are 45 inches or more apart, gaps can be 4 inches.
- Chain link barriers must use mesh no bigger than 1-1/4 inch squares, unless slats cut the openings to 1-3/4 inches or less.
- Above-ground pools need a barrier too. A removable ladder does not count.
- Tennessee law requires an alarm on pools holding water over 36 inches deep at one- and two-family homes. It must sound at 50 dB or more when a person or object of 15 pounds or more enters the water.
What holds up in Mt. Juliet
Middle Tennessee has hot, humid summers and mild winters, with about 54 inches of rain a year in nearby Lebanon. That means a long swim season, heavy sun for algae, and storms that wash debris into pools.
- Weekly pool cleaning and chemical service. Hot, rainy summers keep chemistry changing, so weekly checks keep the water clear.
- Green pool cleanup. A missed week or two in a Tennessee summer can turn the water green.
- Pool opening and closing. Pools here shut down for the cooler months and need a safe winter closing.
- Pump, filter and equipment repair. Pumps and filters work hard through a long swim season.
- Pool barrier fence and gate repair. The city requires a compliant barrier and a self-latching gate, and these need to work to pass inspection.
Questions Mt. Juliet homeowners ask
Do I need a permit to build a pool in Mt. Juliet?
Yes. The Building and Codes Department requires a permit to add a pool. Only prefabricated pools under 24 inches deep are exempt. Call 615-773-6225 to start.
How tall does a pool fence have to be in Mt. Juliet?
The barrier must be at least 48 inches above the ground, measured on the outside. The gap under it can be 2 inches at most.
What kind of gate does a pool need?
The gate must swing out, away from the pool, and close and latch on its own. A low latch must sit on the pool side.
Does Tennessee require a pool alarm?
Yes, for pools over 36 inches deep at one- and two-family homes. The alarm must sound when a person or object of 15 pounds or more falls in.
Do above-ground pools need a fence?
Yes. A removable ladder does not count as a barrier. A pool wall that is 48 inches or taller can serve as the barrier if the ladder is secured.
How hard is the water in Mt. Juliet?
West Wilson Utility District water measured about 84 mg/L, or 4.9 grains per gallon, in early 2025. That is moderately hard, so watch for scale.
How much does weekly pool service cost near Mt. Juliet?
A Nashville-area guide lists about $86 a month for weekly cleaning, and $150 to $300 for a one-time cleaning. Prices change with pool size and what chemicals are included.
How do I schedule a pool inspection?
Email bldg@mtjuliet-tn.gov. Requests for next-day inspections must be in before 2 p.m.
Areas we serve
Mt. Juliet and nearby: Lebanon, Watertown, Gladeville, Green Hill, Martha. See the service area