Pool service and repair in North Richland Hills, TX
Marina Pool Services serves North Richland Hills from its Grapevine base. This page covers city water and the city's pool contractor guide, which dates from January 2020 and may have changed.
About 12.9 miles and 17 minutes from our Grapevine base to North Richland Hills City Hall (estimated October 2026).
North Richland Hills pool facts
Local water and pool rules that matter when you own a pool here. Each one links to the city or utility source, checked October 21, 2026.
- Water
Fort Worth and TRA water
The city buys water from Fort Worth and the TRA. The 2025 report lists hardness of 108 to 150 ppm (about 6.3 to 8.8 grains per gallon). The disinfectant is chloramines.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: 2025 Water Quality Report
- Permits
Contractor registration
A registered pool contractor applies for the permit, and all trades register. Registration is free.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
- Pool barrier
Fence heights
A permanent fence must be at least 6 feet high, and a temporary fence at least 4 feet. Gates are self-closing and self-latching. Electronic or solar openers do not count.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
- Pool barrier
Door and window alarms
Alarms sound for 7 seconds at 85 dBA, audible throughout the house, and sit 54 inches high. Exceptions apply for sills 48 inches or higher, a 48-inch barrier and ASTM F2090.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
- Permits
Pre-plaster inspection
A pre-plaster safety inspection happens before water goes in.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
- Permits
GFCI rule
GFCI protection is required on lights and switching and on any receptacle within 10 feet.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
- Permits
Cover for heated pools
A pool cover must be on site if the pool is gas or electric heated.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
- Drainage
Backwash trap
The backwash P-trap must be at least 3 inches with at least a 1-inch air gap.
Source: City of North Richland Hills: Pool Contractors Guide, Bulletin 150 (Jan 2020)
North Richland Hills pool questions
Does North Richland Hills require a pool cover for a heated pool?
The city's Pool Contractors Guide says a pool cover must be on site if the pool is gas or electric heated. The guide is from January 2020, so confirm the current rule with the city. Marina Pool Services services pool heaters.
What fence height does North Richland Hills require?
The city's guide sets a permanent fence at 6 feet minimum and a temporary fence at 4 feet, with self-closing, self-latching gates. Electronic or solar openers do not count. The guide dates from January 2020, so check for updates.
What are North Richland Hills' pool alarm rules?
The guide lists door and window alarms that sound for 7 seconds at 85 dBA, audible throughout the house, mounted 54 inches high. Exceptions apply for sills 48 inches or higher, a 48-inch barrier and ASTM F2090. Confirm with the city.
How far is North Richland Hills from Marina Pool Services?
North Richland Hills City Hall is about 12.9 miles and 17 minutes from the Grapevine base at 1901 Bentwood Ct. That is an estimate from a maps routing tool on October 21, 2026, and live traffic changes it.
Pool help in North Richland Hills
Call or text and tell us what your pool needs. Estimates are free for qualifying services, and same-day estimates are possible when the schedule allows.
