Year-Round Pool Maintenance

December 17th, 2013 Posted in Pool Service
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Swimming pool owners living in warmer climes may have the option of leaving their pools uncovered and operational throughout the winter months. Even if the water temperature is too low to enjoy a refreshing dip, you can still entertain poolside during crisp days and enjoy your outdoor amenities around the pool without an unsightly cover in the way.

Opting for year-round pool maintenance, rather than closing and covering your pool, will require a bit of special attention. If your swimming pool is surrounded by a large number of trees, for instance, you will need to work with a professional swimming pool service to create a feasible plan of action for keeping the water free of fallen leaves and other autumn or winter debris.

Time is money in today’s fast-paced world, which means that most homeowners who choose year-round pool maintenance decide to establish a maintenance schedule with an established and reputable professional pool service. This includes routine filter cleaning, inspections for leaks and deterioration, and balancing chemical levels. Because algae growth may be possible even during the winter months, you’ll also want to make sure your pool is carefully cleaned and the interior is regularly brushed.

Working with a professional pool service technician to determine the needs of your particular property and the feasibility of maintaining an open pool year-round in your region. The long-term health and safety of your pool will depend upon how well it’s maintained during periods of dramatically reduced usage, such as the dormant winter months. Even if you’re not swimming in December, your pool will require the continued attention of a swimming pool technician on a regular basis if it’s to remain open throughout the year.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pools

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Buying a Home With a Pool?

August 1st, 2013 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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The perfect home has come your way; it is affordably priced and has all the features that you were hoping for; plus, it comes with a pool. Lucky you! It seems the stars are shining down on you in favor; you couldn’t ask for more. But, wait just a moment to catch your breath. There are definitely some questions that you should consider asking before buying that house.

Who built the pool? Find out as much as you can about the original pool contractor. If it was built to a high standard by a professional pool company, then you can probably rest assured that it will have few maintenance issues. You might also want to ask for a full disclosure as to any past maintenance issues. If it was built by a local reputable company, you will be able to count on them to continue their pool maintenance services should you encounter a problem that needs repair. Furthermore, find out if there are existing pool regulations and if the pool meets those requirements.

Depending on the age of the pool, it may require some additional costs for retrofitting in order to bring it up to current safety standards. Above all the assets gained in purchasing a home with a pool, the continued safety of you, your family and guests is, of course, the most important consideration.

Last, but certainly not least, you will want to consider the additional costs of simply owning a pool. Check with your homeowner’s insurance company to determine how your policy will be affected. Also, consider the increased cost of utilities for heating the water and running the pump, as well as ongoing pool maintenance, supplies, etc. If you are satisfied with all the answers to your questions, then you’ll really enjoy the pool.

Posted on behalf of Premier Pool Enterprises

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Pool Service Provides Safety

July 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Service
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Stop! Don’t jump into that pool, yet! Yes, winter was long and now it is beautifully warm, just right for a swim. But, if your pool has not yet been serviced, it is not ready to be enjoyed. Don’t allow the potential of harmful bacteria to affect your family, friends and neighbors. Have your local swimming pool professional out to service your pool and keep it maintained according to the highest of industry standards for healthy and safety.

Pool service packages can vary in frequency, based on your needs or preference. During a scheduled service, a technician should vacuum clean the entire pool and test for appropriate levels of chemicals in the pool water.  They can then make whatever adjustments appear necessary at that time. They will also clean the filter and make sure that your pool equipment is functioning correctly.

Your pool’s perimeter decking should be cleaned and inspected by the technician for any cracks or chips. If during your service the technician notices a problem, options for repair or replacement will be discussed. Often, repairs can be made by the technician during that scheduled maintenance service visit. You’ll find that most technicians carry a full supply of chemicals, repair tools, and various parts for most brands of pool equipment.

It is always preferable to spend time and money for the maintenance of something of value, rather than allowing it to fall into such a state of neglect that requires expensive repairs. Relax with ease and peace of mind as you entertain in your own backyard paradise, knowing that your local professional pool service company is maintaining the health and safety of your pool.

 

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3 Quick Pool Cleaning Tips

April 25th, 2013 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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Maintaining and keeping your pool clean isn’t a difficult job, but it requires you to be diligent and follow up in making sure that the cleaning is working – or that the professional pool cleaning service keeps the pool clean for you, since it’s usually better to be able to just enjoy your pool instead of having to maintain it yourself. A pool cleaning service will keep the pool clean, take care of any necessary maintenance and see that the pool’s chemical balance is checked and refreshed. But there are still some small things you can do to keep your pool sparkling.

1) Check your pool chemistry several times each week. Any adjustments should be made right away. If any chemicals need to be added, it should be done in the evening hours to prevent the sun from affecting them or the water. They’ll also have all night to do their work without being disturbed.

2) Check that the pool water’s pH level is below 8.0 at a minimum, and 7.5 if possible so that any chlorine that’s been added will work at peak effectiveness. The alkaline levels should be from 80 to 140 ppm (parts per million) in your pool. Keeping a steady, regular chemical balance will keep the water clean, bright and beautiful.

3) To keep your pool’s water circulated and as clean as possible, run the pump and circulation system from 10 to 12 hours a day in the summertime, and 4 to 8 hours in the winter. Running the pump this much means that the skimmers need to be as clean as possible, so remove any leaves, pine needles and other debris regularly, at least once a day.

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Common Pool Maintenance Mistakes

October 25th, 2012 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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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!

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Common Swimming Pool Mistakes

November 10th, 2011 Posted in Pool Service
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Swimming pool maintenance is not difficult, but it does require a commitment to frequent maintenance and testing.  If you prefer to enjoy your pool rather than maintain it, consider hiring a good local pool service to handle the pool cleaning and maintenance.  They will handle cleaning the pool, adjusting the chemical balance, and take care of your other pool maintenance needs so you can spend more time enjoying your sparkling clean pool.

First, check your pool chemistry at least twice a week and make any necessary adjustments right away.  It is much easier to keep a pool in balance than it is to clean up a pool that has been let go.  Small, frequent adjustments are the best way to keep the pool chemistry in the proper balance.  Add pool chemicals in the evening so they are not adversely affected by the sun.  The chemicals will be more effective because they will have all night to work.

Keep your pool’s pH level below 8.0, preferably around 7.5, to allow the chlorine in the pool to work effectively.  You should also keep the pool’s alkalinity between 80 and 140 ppm to keep the water in balance and sanitized.  Run your pool pump at least ten to twelve hours a day in the summer and eight hours in the winter.  Good pool circulation is important for a clean, healthy pool so the more you run the pump the cleaner the pool will be. If your skimmers are clogged with leaves and other debris, your pump will work harder and you will have poor water circulation.  Clean your skimmers frequently.

Finally, if you have a sand filter, don’t backwash it too frequently.  You will waste water, need to use more chemicals, and these filters work more efficiently when they are not cleaned too often.  Wait until the pressure gauge indicates that it is time to backwash the filter

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Choosing Pool Size, Shape and Depth

November 10th, 2011 Posted in New Pools
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One of the great benefits of living in Florida is the year round warm weather and there is no better way to enjoy the balmy weather than your own in-ground pool.  Pools can be built in an almost infinite variety of shapes and sizes.  When you are planning your pool, talk to your swimming pool contractor about the right size, shape, and depth to best fit how you plan to use your pool.

Also take into consideration how long you plan on staying in the home.  If you are thinking about a special purpose or very unique pool but may be moving within a few years, try to incorporate a more general purpose design that also fits your needs so that potential buyers see the pool as a positive rather than a negative.

A pool that will only be for recreational purposes should have a large shallow area and can be built in any shape.  Choose a shape that maximized the recreation opportunities for you and your family and friends while complementing your yard.  A large deep area of the pool that will go unused will significantly and needlessly increase the cost of building the pool, filling it with water, maintenance and pool service.

If you plan to use the pool for exercise, you will need a long, straight area at least four to five feet deep to avoid hitting the bottom while swimming. Diving boards and slides are popular, but also inherently dangerous.  Give some thought to the risks involved and talk to your homeowner’s insurance carrier before committing to a diving board or slide.

If you decide to include a diving or sliding area, you will need adequate depth.  Your pool contractor can help you decide the proper depth.  You may also be able to accommodate both a large recreation area and a diving or sliding area with an L shaped pool.

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