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Pool Ownership Care Guide

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pool ownership care guide

You Have Been Given the Gift of Pool Ownership; Now Let Us Help You Enjoy It.

Having a swimming pool in a backyard significantly boosts one’s quality of life across the US, including Pennsylvania, of course. A refreshing dip is available when needed most and increases fitness and relaxation time. Let us not forget it is also an excellent investment that can add value to your home.

With all these tremendous assets a swimming pool brings, we cannot forget it needs careful attention. To enjoy its full potential, it must be kept in top-notch condition. As many homeowners choose to maintain their pool independently, they soon learn it takes time and work. Hiring a professional pool maintenance company, the cost is well worth it.

Caring for your pool correctly is critical. Below are a few essential pool ownership aspects of managing a swimming pool.

Pool Ownership Tips

Cleaning Agents and Pool Chemicals

Professionals know the precise amount of cleaning agents and what type of chemicals are best for each pool, depending on the size and homeowners’ situation. Using chemicals that are too weak or too little can make cleaning efforts ineffective, leading to long-term contamination and staining. Adversely, if one uses too much, damage can be done to the pool’s surface while also putting the swimmer’s health at risk.

Water Balance

A critical aspect of pool care is the balancing of the water. The perfect balance of calcium, chlorine, ph, alkalinity, and hardness must be maintained to keep the pool sanitary and safe.

When the water balance is off, the water quality can spiral downward, which can cause risk to swimmers along with the pool’s fixtures and structure. Here are six problems a homeowner may face if the water is not balanced correctly.

Chlorine

– Too little chlorine leads to algae growth.

– Insufficient chlorine causes a rise in alkalinity, which causes cloudy water.

– Adding too much chlorine leads to skin and eye irritation. Asthma and other breathing problems can be provoked.

– Excessive chlorine raises the acidity of the water. Over time the pipes, equipment and pool structure can corrode.

Calcium

– Low calcium is not always easy to detect. The effects of too little calcium will not have a noticeable impact immediately. The water may feel slimy, and the chlorine can become ineffective. Over a longer period, the pool’s lining will stain and scar while the pool fixtures and structure will deteriorate.

– High calcium levels start with cloudy water and lead to gritty scales on the pool walls, pipes, and filters. The systems will clog, reducing the filter’s water flow and efficiency. Prolonged high levels can cause the total system to fail.

Letting any of these issues get out of control can become quite costly. Substantial chemical treatment with a deep clean, replacement of the water and even pool equipment may be necessary.

Salt Water Pools

Saltwater pools are trending hot and are known to need less maintenance. While this has some truth, monitoring the pool’s health accurately and taking the necessary action when required is vital. As the water balance is crucial in chlorine pools, it is also critical in saltwater pools. There is just a different method of maintaining it. The saltwater chlorinator must be operating at its best to avoid costly issues and repairs.

Maintaining Fixtures and Equipment

The pool’s hardware must be checked, and the cleaning, chemicals, and water balancing must be maintained. It is of utmost importance to hire a professional pool maintenance company. They have an expert eye when checking your pool’s hardware, filters, pumps, pipes, and more. They will ensure all fixtures and equipment are in good working condition and will know if there are signs of a problem. Problems will be fixed before they cause damage and become costly.

Pools Structural Integrity

A homeowner may overlook a structural issue, whereas a weekly or monthly pool professional will see it. A small crack and flake may seem minor and need remedial work, which can be relatively quick and easy. Letting it go can increase the damage causing an additional pocket expense.

Professionals Expert Advice for Pool Ownership

Lastly, as new to pool ownership, it is always best to get advice from an expert when in doubt. Discussing the existing poolscape, upgrades to the pool, fixtures, and equipment is always recommended. Pool ownership is just like owning a car.

After reading this article, it may seem like WOW pool ownership is a considerable upkeep. There is upkeep, but the enjoyment can be much more. Have you been given the gift of pool ownership? If you have and want to enjoy your pool, contact Skovish Pools and Spas in PA to help you keep it at its best. Let us help you enjoy your pool now and for years to come.

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