FAQ

Do you have to service the pool every week?

Weekly service is essential to maintain a great looking, healthy, sparkling pool. Consistency is vital to your pool’s overall health.

Why should you use a professional to maintain your pool?

It is very important to preserve the proper chemistry of your pool water, therefore you should hire a pool professional to maintain your swimming pool. Chemically treating a pool properly can be very frustrating to pool owners. Proper chemical treatment will treat your water and ensure the health and well being of your family. In fact, this is the major reason why people choose to have a professional take care of their pool – the proper amount and levels of chemicals can require a lot more knowledge than most average homeowners possess. On average most pool professionals visit over sixty swimming pools each week and each is unique.

The next important reason to hire a pool professional is to properly maintain your pool equipment. Most pool owners are not mechanically inclined and are somewhat intimidated by their pool equipment. In addition, there are a lot of moving parts and any small mechanical issue can dramatically affect your pool’s operation and filtration process. A pool professional will not only keep your pool running smooth, but they will also use preventative maintenance techniques to save you time and money as your pool starts to age.

The last and perhaps most important reason to hire a pool professional is so you can enjoy your pool! A pool professional has ready access to pool supplies, saving you time from running around purchasing pool chemicals. Knowing you have a competent professional taking care of your pool can give you peace of mind and help you save money and time.

Your local professional pool retailer can help you select the right combination of chemicals for your pool, and also give you tips for using them properly. If pool maintenance doesn’t fit in your busy schedule, there are willing pool service professionals who can keep your pool clean, sparkling and ready for you to enjoy.

How long do I have to wait to use my swimming pool after chemical treatment?

Generally it is safe to use your pool after chemicals have dispersed throughout the pool, usually 15 minutes to one hour. If shocking your pool, wait until the chlorine levels drops to recommended levels.

What is the benefit of an automatic cleaner?

Automatic cleaners increase the opportunity that your pool will always be “swim ready.” Automatic cleaners today are sophisticated and reliable. There are many different types for all applications depending on the type of pool and your locality to suit your needs and existing equipment.

Since it is not possible for your pool professional to be in your yard every day to ensure all debris is cleared, this is an excellent option to ensure that algae does not have a good chance of getting hold of your pool’s finish. The most common types of algae are caused botanical debris settling in your pool. Algae is unsightly, unhealthy for both swimmers and the longevity of your pool’s finish (plaster). Automatic cleaners are a very good option in avoiding algae and staining of your pool’s finish.

Do dead animals in pools pose a health risk to swimmers?

Most dead animals in pools do not pose a health risk to swimmers. Many germs carried by animals infect only those animals, though a few of the germs they carry can infect people. Most germs carried by animals are killed by chlorine within minutes in a well-maintained pool.

What are the advantages of a saltwater pool?

Saltwater pools are on the rise as an alternative to traditional chlorine-based pools. Aside from being a more natural option, saltwater pools have a number of advantages. They don’t require you to buy, store, or handle a lot of chemicals. These pools also need less routine maintenance. Although they are more expensive upfront, they pay for themselves after a few years because of reduced running costs. If you are thinking about installing a pool in your home, you should consider getting a saltwater swimming pool.

Comfort

One of the first advantages of saltwater swimming pools is the level of comfort you experience. Salt is softer on your skin than chlorine. Also, chlorine has the tendency to cause red eyes, itchy skin, and discolored hair. If you use plan to use your saltwater swimming pool on a regular basis, you won’t have to suffer any of those symptoms of chlorine.

Chemicals

Another advantage of saltwater swimming pools is the lowered use of chemicals. People who own saltwater pools don’t have to store and handle toxic chemicals on a regular basis. This means that a saltwater swimming pool is more environmentally safe. You also won’t have to suffer the odor of chlorine anymore. The levels of chlorine in the water are low while still being effective. This also means that you won’t have to deal with dry skin, green hair, and fading swimming suits.

Maintenance

Lower maintenance is also one of the advantages of saltwater swimming pools. They virtually clean themselves and require much less attention than pools that just use chlorine. The chlorine generator converts salt into chlorine, so you don’t have to keep a constant check on the water sanitation. Algae does not grow as rapidly in saltwater pools because of the low stabilizer levels. Stabilizer is a chemical added to offset the harshness of chlorine. Because saltwater pools don’t have the chemical chlorine, a stabilizer isn’t required.

Cost

Over time, you will save money with a saltwater pool. While the best pool options are initially a lot more expensive to put in, they are a more cost-effective system in the end. Converting your traditional pool to a saltwater pool is not terribly expensive. Even with the extra expenses, you will make up for that loss after about two years. For many, this is one of the advantages. Chlorine is very expensive, and as compared, the amount of salt you’ll use during a year is very inexpensive.

Health Benefits

Salt is a lot softer on skin, hair and eyes then chlorine. Chlorine as a chemical form consists of added chemicals to help stabilize the product, these additives cause irritation. This means there are many health benefits of a saltwater pool versus a chlorine pool, including: No red irritated eyes, no itchy, irritated skin, they are less harsh on your hair and they are far more suitable for asthma and allergy sufferers.