Pool Cleaning Tips

When it comes to keeping your pool sparkling blue and clear there are a few things you should know.

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  Proper chemistry is the first place to start. You should check the chlorine, PH and alkalinity levels on a weekly basis and make adjustments where necessary. On a monthly basis you should check the conditioner levels as well as the calcium hardness. Every few months check for phosphates and Total Dissolved Solids. For specifics check our water testing page here.

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  Maintaining trap baskets will prevent poor filtration. Make sure to empty the skimmer basket found in the deck as well as the filter pump basket weekly to ensure the pool runs smooth. A build up of debris in these baskets can damage equipment as well as make it extremely difficult to manage the waters chemistry.

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  Watch your pool’s filter. Keeping a clean filter will make a huge difference with the quality of your water. Having a dirty filter will make it harder to maintain the chemistry of the pool as well as produce lots of unwanted algae. After cleaning your filter you should check the pressure level on the guage and clean the filter again as soon as the pressure reaches ten pounds over this.

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  Make sure your pool is circulating for an adequate amount of time each day. All of the water in the pool needs to filter at least once per day. This usually means running the pool pump from 5-10 hours each day. During warmer weather its best to run the pump during the day and for longer periods of time to avoid algae.

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  Keep your pool free of debris. Skimming the surface, vacuuming the bottom and brushing the sides of the pool will help to keep the surface clean and free of staining.

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  Maintain proper water levels. The proper water level is half way up the skimmer. On most pools this means half way up the tile. Having not enough water will cause damage to the equipment and having to much will prevent the skimmer from working and leave you with a lot of debris on the water’s surface.

Check your equipment area. You should spend a few minutes each week observing your equipment area for any loud noises or leaks. Although the problem may start small it is best to contact a professional to have it looked at before it turns into a costly repair.

Hopefully this will start you in the right direction if you have any questions related to this information don’t hesitate to contact us.