What to Avoid When Owning a Swimming Pool

Owning a swimming pool comes with certain responsibilities and know-how to keep it in its immaculate condition. Also, this knowledge is important to extend safety and good quality water. Installing a new swimming pool and learning how to properly put chemicals for the first is just the start of other succeeding responsibilities that you need to learn. Pools require consistent maintenance to keep it hygienic and secure for your family and friends. Having a clean swimming pool will drive peace of mind on your end as the owner even during the times when it’s not in use.

We made a list of don’ts so you will not make the same mistake:

Disregarding the Cleanliness of the Filter

Pool filters greatly help in keeping your swimming pool dirt free and swim-ready. It is an integral tool in avoiding clogs and dirt accumulation. Filters play a big role in the cleanliness of your swimming pool. If you unknowingly run a clogged filter, it could potentially damage your filter and will definitely not clean your pool water.

Cleaning the Filter Even When It’s Not Needed

Some instances, we tend to be super meticulous and over-maintain our equipment. Bear in mind that over-maintenance is as bad as under-maintenance since washing it religiously will and can prevent pressure from gaining its optimal cleaning standards. Also, you will be wasting so much water while slowly disrupting your pool filter. Backwashing the filter once a week is recommended.

Disregarding Swimming Pool Walls

Swimming pool walls are prone to algae build-up. When that happens, it will be harder to take it out or remove. Running a pool cleaner every few weeks is the best way to go. It can remove dirt efficiently and prevent algae build-up. Also, it is significant to invest in climbing pool cleaners to scrub every inch of the grout. It will be a good investment and will save you the time and hassle of scrubbing them yourself.

Running Pumps Too Quickly or Not Long Enough

 

Good water circulation is an integral factor in keeping a summer-ready and healthy swimming pool. Pool pumps are required to run during the winter when the pool is not in use, this is to prevent stagnant disease-bearing pool water. In some cases, if you run your pump regularly, keep it in a consistent manner and timeframe. Ideally, pool pumps should run eight hours a day during the summer and four hours a day during winter.

Poor Chemical Balance

A pristine pool will require a balanced pH level or chemical balance. When you try to put chemicals for the first time, it is very important to be very technical about it. The chemical balance should be watched and tested twice a week during warmer climates and once a week during colder climates.

Failing to Shock the Pool After a Heavy Use

Swimming pool owners often organise pool parties. These parties could potentially imbalanced chemicals and use up all the chlorine. You can shock your pool by adding a large amount of chlorine and running the water filter for a few hours. It is the best way to keep its equilibrium.

 

 

 

Adding Chemicals When Not Needed

Adding pool chemicals is not something you can do when you want to. It is a crucial activity that needs to be timed. Adding chlorine and other chemicals during hot summer days may cause evaporation and will affect balance. The most ideal time to add chemicals is during the night when the sun is out.

Disregarding Water Level Maintenance

Despite your effort of maintaining your pool at its best condition, you can still notice or experience water level gradually dropping over the course of time. This happens when your pumps are overexposed to air. This predicament can lead to damage and expensive repairs, thus, you always need to check your water level at least once a month to stray away from this issue.