Maintaining a pool isn’t difficult but many homeowners do not realize that regular pool maintenance is necessary to keep their pools sparkling clean. Here are the most common mistakes homeowners make when it comes to caring for their pools.
- Not checking the chemicals often enough. It is important that you check your pool’s chemistry frequently during the season of use. The chemistry changes over time and often needs small adjustments rather than waiting for a major adjustment.
- Not replacing or repairing missing or broken parts. Missing drains can become a hazard as well as fences or gates that need repaired. Gate locks that do not work properly also need to be replaced.
- Not cleaning the pool pump often enough. When debris and hair or lint get trapped in the pump, they can prevent it from functioning correctly.
- Allowing the pH to get too high. It should always stay below 8.0 for the best effectiveness. The correct pH allows the chlorine to work to its full potential.
- Not keeping the alkalinity at the right level. It should stay between 80 and 140 PPM. When it gets to the wrong level, it can keep your sanitizer from performing.
- Not removing debris from the pool quickly. Whether it is leaves or other natural items or things left behind by swimmers that end up in the pool, it is important to remove them from the pool as soon as possible. Certain items can prove to be a swimming hazard and all of them can alter your pool’s chemical balance.
You can hire a pool service company to clean and maintain the pool for you. They can schedule the pool cleaning and maintenance according to your needs so that you your only job is to enjoy the pool!
