Tips for Pool Maintenance

If you are lucky enough to own a pool, you will need to make sure you keep your pool clean and ready for use! Sure you may feel like it takes a lot of work and maintenance, but once you hop in there on a hot sizzling day – it’s worth it! Let’s get going!

1.       To reduce buildup, be sure to wipe down the tile often.

2.       Keep an active eye on the level of the pool to guarantee water level.

3.       Cleaning your filters is a MUST! Your filters especially need cleaned after a heavy storm. This is something that doesn’t need to be done often, so it’s easy to forget! Try doing this ever 4-6 months. Make a memo on the calendar if it helps!

4.       Use a Pool Test Kit 2-3 times a week to ensure proper chemistry.

5.       Skimmer basket(s) and pumps should be cleaned out weekly or as needed.

6.       Be sure to check the Deck-Chlor/Inline Chlorinator once per week for any necessary adjustments.

7.       If you have an ozone unit, keep an eye on it and make sure the light is on. Be careful not to break any connections.

8.       Keep all chemicals in a safe, dry place with no direct sunlight.

Chemical Pool Ranges

·         Alkalinity: 80-150

·         Calcium Hardness: 150-300

·         Chlorine Residuals: Per Label

·         Combined Chlorine: 0-.5

·         Cyanuric Acid: 0-50 ppm

·         PH: 7.2-7.6

Now that you pool is sparkling clean, you can get new pool equipment! Who doesn’t love Fun Noodles! These come in a variety of colors including Red, Blue, Green, and Purple! We also offer other items like Surf and Turf Dive Rings, Turtle in Eggs Pool Game, Water Bombs, and much more!