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Do You Need Pool Service During the Winter?

June 25th, 2019 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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In warm-winter climates, your pool may be closed for swimming during the cooler season. Many people shutdown their pool during the coolest months, but few people drain their pools in mild regions. Since there is still water in the pool, you need to consider the best way to reduce contamination. While you may not need regular weekly pool cleanings, it is still beneficial to keep pool service active during the winter.

Benefits of Winter Pool Service

The water in your pool during the winter will be the water you want to swim in come spring. It is easier to keep this water clean and sanitized than to decontaminate the water in a few months. Algae, bacteria and debris can create unhealthy conditions in your pool if the chemical balance is not maintained. Here are some benefits of scheduling pool service during the winter months:

Reduce stains and damage to pool from algae growth
Stay on top of pool maintenance with routine service
Easier and quicker to reopen pool in the spring

Winter pool service is not needed as often as during the swimming season. Schedule your pool service to come once a month to clean out any debris and balance the water chemistry. This will prevent damage to your pool and keep the water sanitary, making it a wise investment.

Even when your pool is closed for the winter, it needs maintenance to keep it healthy and ready to go in the spring. Talk to your local pool service about scheduling winter service to ensure that your pool is maintained December through March, ready to open when April arrives.

Posted on behalf of:
Premier Pool Enterprises
3502 Sixes Road, #108
Canton, GA 30114
(494) 496-5579

Pool Maintenance, Swimming Pool Service, Winterizing Swimming Pools

6 Reasons to Hire a Professional Pool Service

June 25th, 2019 Posted in Pool Service

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Are your weekends spent cleaning your pool instead of enjoying the view poolside? Maybe it is time to hang up your pool net and let a professional pool service take over your maintenance. Many pool owners handle their own cleanings and maintenance in an effort to save money. Here are six reasons why hiring a professional pool service is a smart investment and worth every penny.

Stop buying chemicals. You may save money by maintaining your own pool, but you still spend money on maintenance. Stop buying chemicals and making trips to the pool supply store – your pool service will take care of it for you.
Never miss a cleaning. Life gets busy and you may miss cleaning your pool once in a while. Keep your pool safe and healthy with scheduled pool service that ensures your pool is ready and safe for use.
Catch pool equipment issues early. Pro pool service technicians are experts on pool equipment. Regular inspections can catch a pool issue early to prevent expensive and inconvenient problems down the road.
Extend the life of your pool equipment. Well-maintained equipment lasts longer, saving you money on replacement. Professional pool service can ensure your equipment is kept clean and running efficiently for a longer lifespan.
Enjoy your free time. You deserve to spend time in your pool instead of cleaning it. Your time is valuable – enjoy more of it with ongoing pool maintenance.
Better maintenance. Most pool owners are not experts on pool maintenance. Your pool will be better maintained when you trust a pro to do the job.

This is the year to invest in hiring a professional pool service. Contact a local provider and begin reaping the benefits of having a pool professional maintain your pool.

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Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

Benefits of Pool Service, Pool Maintenance, Swimming Pool Chemicals

Are Auto Pool Cleaners Effective?

January 23rd, 2019 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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Keeping a clean pool can be a major chore. Manual cleaners and vacuums can do a terrific job cleaning your pool, but they are time consuming if you clean your pool yourself. Another DIY option is an auto pool cleaner. There are several types of auto pool cleaners that can reduce the manual labor needed to keep your pool clean, including robotic, suction and pressure models. But there are issues that can occur with these auto pool cleaners. Knowing the limits of these devices can help you determine whether they are the right option for your pool cleaning needs.

Cleaning Ability

An auto pool cleaner can help reduce the amount of the manual cleaning needed and reduce strain on the pool filtration systems. They collect and remove debris and can help keep a pool maintained. However, they do not all scrub the walls and there are areas they do not reach that will still need manual cleaning.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Auto pool cleaners can help reduce the amount of time you spend cleaning your pool, but they do need maintenance and repairs. Common issues that occur can include the hose becoming tangled, clogged filters, clogged pumps and broken parts. Auto pool cleaners are one more piece of equipment that will need maintenance and repairs as part of the upkeep of your pool.

While auto cleaners can be effective, manual cleaning is still needed for areas they do not reach and for scrubbing the walls. A pool service can be another way to keep your pool clean without spending hours of your free time each week. Talk to your local pool service about options in auto pool cleaners and ongoing pool service to decide which would be better for your needs.

Posted on behalf of:
Premier Pool Enterprises
3502 Sixes Road, #108
Canton, GA 30114
(494) 496-5579

Automated Pool Maintenance, Pool Cleaning Service, Pool Maintenance

Top 3 Common Pool Owner Mistakes

November 6th, 2018 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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Owning a pool is not simple – there are many different factors you must stay on top of to maintain and care for a pool. Mistakes happen, but some pool ownership mistakes can be very costly. If you want your swimming pool to be a benefit to your home and lifestyle, not a burden, here are three common mistakes you will want to avoid.

Poor Maintenance

You can save yourself time and money in the long run by keeping up with your pool maintenance. Proper cleaning can go a long way in preventing damage to equipment. Opting to use a pool service for your ongoing maintenance is worth the investment.

Right-Sized Equipment

Bigger is not always better when it comes to pool pumps and motors. Over-sizing a pump for the pool you have is a waste of energy and can put excess strain on the filtration and plumbing systems for your pool. Not only does it cost you more on your utility bills each month, you may end up spending more in repairs by having a pump that is too big, or too small, for your pool.

Water Levels

Pools lose water from use and evaporation. Letting your pool water level get too low can cause expensive damage to your equipment. Levels should be kept above the skimmer, either through manually filling as needed or by installing an auto-filler to maintain the right water levels.

By keeping an eye on these factors, along with proper circulation and chemicals, can help minimize problems with your pool to make ownership a breeze. Signing up for ongoing professional maintenance can help reduce your chance of pool issues and keep your pool in good condition for many years of enjoyment to come.

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Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

Pool Maintenance, Pool Pump Replacement, Pool Water Levelers

Why Pool Maintenance Is Critical

July 31st, 2018 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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Owning a swimming pool can offer so much enjoyment and benefits for your family. Nothing beats cooling off in the pool on a hot summer day and swimming is excellent exercise to keep your family fit. However, owning a pool also comes with responsibilities – maintenance is necessary if you want your pool to be safe and secure. Here are some of the main reasons why pool maintenance is critical.

Clean Water

Keeping your pool’s PH balance at a safe level and the water clean is important for health reasons. Not only does a dirty pool look disgusting, dangerous bacteria can be swimming in the water that can make your family sick or worse. Using the right chemicals on a regular basis to maintain a safe pool needs to be a top priority for pool owners.

Prevent Expensive Repairs

Pool maintenance can help catch small issues with your pool equipment before they become expensive repair problems. Regular inspection of your pool pump, filters and other equipment can identify parts that need replacement. If you hire a professional pool service, they can inspect all components to ensure that your pool is in good condition every time they clean and service your pool.

Promote Swimming Safety

Maintenance is key in keeping your swimming area safe for your family and guests. Regular inspections and repairs on your pool deck, ladders, pool fencing and cover can ensure your pool remains safe.

While you can perform some pool maintenance yourself, consider the benefits of hiring a professional pool service for routine inspections and service. Trained technicians can spot issues that you may not notice that need services to help to keep your pool safe and protect your investment.

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Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

Pool Chemical Balance, Pool Inspection, Pool Maintenance

5 Ways to Stage Your Pool When Selling Your Home

May 15th, 2018 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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Are your getting ready to sell your home? If you have a pool, it may be one of the selling points of your home that you want to make look its best. Homes that are for sale are often “staged” to help them look attractive to potential buyers. While this is common inside the home, the pool area is another place where a little sprucing up can help make your home appealing. Here are 5 ways to stage your pool to get it ready to sell.

Clean the pool. Start with the basics. Make sure the pool is sparkling clean – hire a pool maintenance service to do a thorough cleaning shortly before you start showing the home.
Replace any small worn fixtures. Even if they still work, if there are rusty, cracked or worn fixtures on pool equipment, replace them. These are usually inexpensive, but make the equipment look faulty or old
Clean the pool deck and equipment. Giving the surfaces around the pool area a pressure washing can make the area look tidy and attractive.
Add landscaping. If your pool surroundings look bare, consider adding some plants to give it a more natural or oasis appeal.
Brighten the pool and pool deck. A little blue dye in the water, bright throw pillows on the pool furniture and other small touches can help add a little pizazz to the scene and make a good first impression.

Cleaning and a few small additions or repairs to your pool and pool area can make a difference on how buyers perceive your home. It is worth the small investment of time and money to make your pool area shine when you start showing your home.

Posted on behalf of:
Premier Pool Enterprises
3502 Sixes Road, #108
Canton, GA 30114
(494) 496-5579

Pool Cleaning, Pool Maintenance, Swimming Pool Cleaning

Tips for Getting Your Pool Ready for Swimming Season

May 15th, 2018 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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In most parts of the country, swimming pool owners close the pool for the winter, waiting for the warm, late spring days to arrive before they open it again. However, it is not as simple as pulling off the pool cover to get your pool ready for swimming season. There is a little pool cleaning and maintenance that needs to be done first to ensure your pool is safe and prepared for the summer ahead.

Skim out any debris. Even with a pool cover, debris can find its way into your pool. Skim out any large pieces you can.
Turn on your pumps and filtration system. Remove any plugs that had been put in when closing the pool and turn on all your pool equipment. Clean the filter and baskets.
Add water. You most likely lost water over the winter from evaporation. Add water to bring the pool up to the correct level.
Test and balance your chemicals. You will need to add your pool chemicals and/or use your chlorinator to achieve the correct chemical balance for clean, safe swimming water.
Run the filtration. Continue running the filtration cycle and cleaning the filter until the water runs clean – don’t attempt to swim until the water is clean and safe.

Your pool equipment should also be inspected and serviced before the swimming season. Make it easy on yourself and call your local pool service to perform a service on your pool pump and equipment, as well as pool cleaning and chemically balancing your pool. They can help ensure your pool is clean and safe for the swimming season, so you can enjoy fun in the sun all summer long.

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Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

Pool Cleaning, Pool Maintenance, Swimming Pool Service

Winter Pool Maintenance Tips

February 19th, 2018 Posted in Pool Maintenance

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Does your pool close for the winter season? If you live in a cold climate, it definitely is not swimming weather and you want to completely drain and close the pool. However, for warmer regions, your pool is probably just put on stand-by during the cooler months, waiting for spring to arrive. Even when you are not using your pool, it is important to keep up with some maintenance. Here are some tips to make it much easier to open your pool for swimming in the spring.

Maintain your cover. Keeping your cover on will help keep your pool cleaner. However, you do need to maintain the cover as well. Sweep off debris, leaves, needles and dirt regularly. If you do get snow, make sure to sweep it off to limit the weight on the cover.
Pool chemicals. Even when you are not using your pool, it is important to keep the water chemically balanced. Check the PH at least every two months when not in use and add the needed chemicals to balance the PH.
Add enzymes. Using an enzyme product can help breakdown debris that makes its way into the water. This can keep your water cleaner and avoid stains and water rings that would need to be scrubbed off in the spring.
Pool equipment. You should keep an eye on your pump, filters and other equipment throughout the winter to avoid damage. Make sure all water is removed if the temperature does drop below freezing.

While there is not as much maintenance needed when you are not using your pool in the winter months, doing periodic pool maintenance can help make it easier when spring does arrive. Ask your local pool service about winter maintenance schedules to reduce repairs and make it simple to open your pool for the swimming season.

Posted on behalf of:
Premier Pool Enterprises
3502 Sixes Road, #108
Canton, GA 30114
(494) 496-5579

Pool Maintenance, Swimming Pool Maintenance, Swimming Pool Service

End-of-Summer Pool Cleaning

October 28th, 2015 Posted in Pool Service

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Summer is definitely swimming season, meaning your pool gets used almost every day. While you may be great at keeping it maintained, all that use can add up over the summer months. If your pool is looking a little rugged after all the pool parties and late night dips, it may time to schedule a deep cleaning for your pool to bring it back to its pre-summer condition.

Deep Cleaning for Your Pool

Regular weekly cleanings are needed to remove debris from the pool, keep your chemical balance in check and clear out your pool filters. But at the end of the summer, you need to go a little deeper to remove all the excess contamination that can build up on the walls, floors and inside your pool equipment. Here are some areas that need to be covered when performing a deep cleaning for your pool:

Scrub walls. Your pool walls need a good scrubbing after the summer. Although pool services often perform these every time they service a pool, this is a step that often gets missed by DIY pool maintenance.
Vacuum and skim the pool. Most pool owners do not own a pool vacuum that can remove all debris from the water, so to get a deep cleaning you need a professional pool service to perform vacuuming.
Inspect and clean pool equipment. All valves, skimmers, filters and impellers should be cleaned and inspected as part of your end-of-summer pool maintenance.
Stain removal. Over time your pool can become stained from the minerals and algae in the pool water. A professional pool service can remove most stains during a deep cleaning.

Many pool services offer one-time deep cleaning services as well as ongoing pool maintenance. To get your pool back to pristine condition, call in a professional this fall.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

Pool Cleaning, Pool Maintenance, Professional Pool Cleaning

Residential Pool Cleaning

February 3rd, 2015 Posted in Pool Service

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While residential swimming pools offers many hours of enjoyment, they take maintenance to keep them clean, safe and in perfect operating condition. In today’s busy world, many people simply do not have the time to do the maintenance themselves and will often turn to a residential pool cleaning service instead. No matter who does the work, the proper cleaning and maintenance of a residential swimming pool is critical to keeping the pool owner and their family safe and healthy. It also helps in avoiding a wide variety of costly pool repairs due to improper maintenance!

Many pool owners elect to do a weekly cleaning and service, where a trained technician will perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance services including checking and adjusting as necessary the auto-cleaning system, clearing the skimmer baskets, adjusting valves and unclogging impellers, applying chemicals, checking the chemical balance of the pool, inspection and maintenance of all pool equipment, brushing the walls of the pool and vacuum and skimming the pool. Additional services can include such things as stain removal, which are often the result of untreated manganese, copper and other metal that result in decay and balancing the chemicals, as well as the pH in the pool.

In most cases, the scope of services for residential pool cleaning and maintenance can be custom tailored to the needs of the pool owner and their budget. While many select a weekly cleaning program, others opt for a one-time pool clean up and service. While it may appear to be a simple task, the cleaning and maintenance of the pool is just as important as any other part of the home and is critical to the longevity of the pool.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

Pool Cleaning, Pool Maintenance, Pool Service

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