Keep your pool clean and enjoy the rewards of diving into the cool water this summer.
Keeping your pool clean and sanitary with regular maintenance is a priority during the summer, and so is giving your pool a
major cleanup at the end of the season. Plan to spend four to
eight hours a week on routine pool maintenance. Basic maintenance
equipment includes a vacuum cleaner, brushes, leaf skimmer and
water test kit. You will also need to add sanitizing chemicals.
If you prefer, you can also hire a professional pool maintenance
company.
During the swimming season, maintain your pool on a daily basis:
- Check filter pressure.
- Clean filter if the water is not clear.
- Remove debris from strainer basket.
Weekly maintenance:
- Use a nylon brush to clean tile and walls of pool.
- A stainless steel brush should be used to loosen algae on concrete walls.
- Check walls or vinyl liner for cracks or tears, and repair with an appropriate kit for your pool.
- Test the water, and add recommended chemicals.
- Hose off the deck but aim water away from the pool.
- Consider hiring a professional since pool maintenance can take anywhere between four and eight hours a week.
- Invest in a pool cover that will reduce evaporation, keep debris out of water and trap the heat.
-- Tips courtesy of Service Magic
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