Keeping Your Pool Crystal Clear: Expert Tips for Sparkling Water
Get ready to wave, “Good-Bye” to green, dirty, and cloudy pool water this season. A clear, clean pool will enhance your backyard and provide an enjoyable and healthy swimming experience for everyone this summer! Maintaining pristine, clear water requires regular maintenance, efficient chemical balance, and effective filtration. At Shoreline Pools, we developed tips to keep your pool crystal clear all summer, so the poolside fun never ends!
Pool Skimming and Cleaning
The first and most crucial step in maintaining clear water involves keeping the pool’s surface free of debris. Skim your pool daily to achieve this. Skimming the top of the pool prevents unwanted leaves, insects, and natural elements from sinking to the bottom. Removing debris becomes more difficult once it reaches the bottom of the pool. Regular skimming lays the foundation for a clean pool.
Vacuum the bottom of your pool at least once a week. Vacuuming the pool surface will pick up any unwanted debris. Over time, algae buildup becomes common on pool walls and the floor. Brush these surfaces once a week to prevent algae buildup.
Maintaining the Pools Chemical Balance
Balancing your swimming pool’s chemical levels is critical to the clarity of the pool. You can test the water at least twice a week using an at-home kit or by a professional.
The pH level of pool water should be between 7.4 and 7.6. When the pool water is out of range, swimming can be unhealthy and uncomfortable. Chlorine is essential for killing bacteria and algae. When bacteria and algae are present in pools the water looks cloudy making the pool unhealthy for swimming. Your swimming pool will stay cleaner if chemically balanced.
Effective Filtration
Your pool’s filtration system serves as the first defense against cloudy water. To ensure the pool filter runs efficiently, backwash regularly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. To properly backwash a pool, reverse the water flow through the filter to remove accumulated debris, dirt, and impurities the filter has captured. Depending on which filter your pool has (sand, cartridge, or diatomaceous earth), this practice will vary. A general rule of thumb is to run the pool filter for at least eight hours a day, especially during the peak swimming season, to ensure proper water circulation.
Consider Pool Shock Treatments
Chemical Shocking your swimming pool involves adding a high dose of chlorine to eliminate common contaminants such as algae, bacteria, and other organic matter. Shock your swimming pool after heavy pool use, heat waves, and rainstorms. Read the pool shocking instructions carefully to achieve successful shock treatments. Perform shock treatments once a week, either by the pool owner or a professional. Increase treatments if the pool experiences heavy use.
Algaecide Use
Algae is a green substance commonly found in bodies of water, particularly swimming pools. Using Algaecide, a chemical treatment compatible with your pool’s filtration system and proper brushing will prevent algae buildup, keeping your pool sparkling and fresh.
Seek a Professional Pool Maintenance Service
While DIY pool care is essential, pool maintenance professionals can address potential issues before they become major problems. Professionals at Shoreline Pools are equipped to perform tasks ranging from basic to advanced, ensuring you have a superior swimming pool!
Sparkling Pool Water All Summer Long!
Following these tips will give you a crystal-clear pool perfect for leisure and guest experiences. Regular maintenance, proper chemical balance, and effective filtration are the keys to achieving the sparkling water of your dreams. For more tips and tricks, call Shoreline Pools at (203) 357-1544, service staff is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
