Common Pool Repair Issues

August 2nd, 2014 Posted in Pool Repairs
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Having a pool at your home is a wonderful luxury; however, owning a pool does require regular maintenance and eventually, it will also require repairs. An in-ground swimming pool contains a complicated system of pumps, filtration and ground-water balance which must be monitored to ensure everything is working properly. If not maintained, you can end up with unsafe water to swim in, or worse, a pool that can damage your home and property.

Signs Of Pool Problems

The best way to maintain your pool is to be aware of any small issues before they become large problems. There are things to look for that can alert you to possible problems.

–        Poor pH balance. If your pool seems to be constantly out of chemical balance, there may be something wrong within the system. The pump may not be circulating the water properly, or the filtration system may be failing. Call in a pool professional to help fix the issue.

–        Cracks or chips. Cracks or chip in your pool’s surface or even on your pool deck can be a hazard, plus they may be symptomatic of larger issues. Ground shifts can cause pool deck cracking and more serious problems than just a stubbed toe.

–        Leaks. Pool leaks are a major problem, especially if they aren’t caught quickly. At any signs of water loss or wet areas in the ground near the pool, call in a professional pool service to evaluate the problem. A major pool leak can damage your home and property, so getting it fixed right away is crucial.

The easiest way to keep your pool safe and maintained is to hire a qualified pool service to clean, inspect and maintain your pool on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, ensuring that any problems are brought to your attention immediately.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pools, LLC

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Leave The Pool Cleaning To The Experts

July 1st, 2014 Posted in Pool Service
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One of the few disadvantages to owning a pool is the constant cleaning and maintenance that they require. Many pool owners are bound and determined to do the maintenance themselves, spending hours every week checking chemicals and cleaning their pool instead of enjoying it. While it is admirable to try and save money, does cleaning your pool yourself really save you money?

Benefits Of Hiring A Pool Cleaning Service

Handling your own pool maintenance may not save you as much as you thought. The fact is, a professional pool service can do your pool maintenance faster and usually better than you can do it yourself. Consider these factors:

  • Time. Your time is worth something. Would you go to a job for free? Time you spend cleaning and maintaining your pool is time away from enjoying your hard-earned time off.
  • Chemicals. Maintaining a pool yourself means buying chemicals and cleaners. These cost money, which you pay more for at a retail outlet than professional pool services have to pay for theirs. In addition, you have to spend the time and gas to buy these chemicals, adding to the overall cost.
  • Expertise. One of the advantages of having a professional pool service is having an expert maintain your pool. They may notice problems with your pump or pool system that may be costing you money in extra electricity or water, which would go otherwise undetected on your own watch.

Many pool service companies offer very reasonable rates to service your pool on a weekly or bi-monthly basis. In the long run, having a pool service will definitely save you time and in some cases, may even save you money. So sit back and relax by your pool and let the experts do all the work!

Posted on behalf of Somar Pools, LLC

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Save Money With Regular Pool Maintenance

August 1st, 2013 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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It is always preferable to spend for the maintenance of something of value, rather than allowing it to fall into such a state of neglect that it requires expensive repairs. Neglecting the professional care of your home swimming pool could very well put you, your family and friends at risk. Left on its own without professional pool cleaning and maintenance, your pool could turn into a virtual petri dish of potentially harmful, bacteria. A good swimming pool service and repair company should provide a regular weekly service in addition to pool repairs.

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, as well.

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, as most technicians carry a full supply of chemicals, repair tools, and various parts for most brands of pool equipment.

Your local pool service professional should be dedicated to maintaining your swimming pool at the optimal level of industry health and safety. Knowing your pool is in good hands can help you relax with ease and peace of mind as you entertain in your own backyard paradise.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pools LLC

 

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Common Pool Repairs

June 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Repairs
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Just like a car, all swimming pools will need repairs at some point.  These repairs generally involve the pool equipment, which includes either the pool pump or the pool filter.   A qualified swimming pool repair company will have the expertise, tools and access to the necessary parts to quickly make the repair and get the pool operational again.

Pool pumps, which are either single speed, two speed or variable speed, consist of a housing and an electrical motor.  A single speed pump is not efficient as it runs at a high speed all of the time and draws lots of power, resulting in increased electric bills, while the two speed and variable speed pumps will run at a reduced speed if the demand on the pump is low, resulting in lower electrical costs.   In most cases it is the motor itself that fails and in many cases it is more economical and quicker to simply replace the pump with a new one.  In many cases the pool repair contractor will recommend a variable speed replacement pump, as they are very efficient to operate and last longer, because they also run cooler.

There are three types of swimming pool filters being used including cartridge filters, diatomaceous filters and sand filters.  All work in the same manner with water from the pool being pumped into the filter and then is pumped back into the pool after it exits the filter.  All of these filters require that the filter medium to be replaced in order to continue to properly filter the water being used in the pool.  Although a relatively simple repair, it is critical that it be done.  The pool repair contractor may also recommend that the filter system be upgraded as well.

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Pool Management Services

June 4th, 2013 Posted in Pool Management
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Property managers of commercial and multifamily properties, such as apartments, condominiums and neighborhood community pools often are faced with the task of managing the pool, as well as the other aspects of their property.  Quickly they see the benefit of using a professional pool management company that will provide economical full service pool management services, including pool start up, maintenance and repairs, as well as lifeguards.

Depending upon the region of the country the pool is located in, often there is a defined pool “season”.  Getting the pool ready for opening day can be very stressful for the Property Manager, because often their will be a series of inspections by the local government overseeing pools, which must be passed before the pool can open.  A pool management company will make sure that everything is 100% ready for the inspections so that the opening day will be met.  They know what to look for and how to get it done!

The pool service company will also have the commercial pool on a regular maintenance schedule to clean the pool and monitor the pool’s chemistry and make the necessary adjustments.  The exact number of times the pool is maintained per week will vary, depending upon how often the pool is used.  The technician will also be on the look out for anything in need of repair and will take the appropriate action.

Often managing lifeguards is a very big headache for Property Managers!  The company providing full service pool management services will also be able to provide reliable, certified lifeguard services.  In addition, they will  have backup guards available, in the event that that the regular guard gets sick.  No need to close the pool because of no lifeguards!

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Don’t Neglect Pool Service and Repair

May 5th, 2013 Posted in Pool Repairs
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Neglecting the professional care of your home swimming pool could very well put you, your family and friends at risk. Left on its own without professional care and maintenance, your pool could turn into a virtual petri dish of growing, potentially harmful, bacteria. A good swimming pool service and repair company should provide a regular weekly service in addition to pool repairs.

Your local pool service professional should be dedicated to maintaining your swimming pool at the optimal level of industry health and safety. 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. If during your service the technician notices a problem, options for repair or replacement will be discussed. Repairs can often be made by the technician during that scheduled maintenance service visit, since 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 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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Hiring a Pool Service

February 19th, 2013 Posted in Pool Service
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The choice of a pool maintenance service is an important one. Owning a pool can be a joyous, relaxing thing but having to clean and care for it can be the cause of a number of headaches, involving handling potentially dangerous chemicals, keeping a detailed schedule for cleaning and treating the water, and all other hassles that get in the way of you enjoying your pool.

Hiring a pool service to keep up with your pool takes all of the guesswork and stress out of pool ownership. Pool service professionals are trained and taught how to handle any ordeal that might trouble you during the lifetime of your pool, everything from checking on expected leaks to replacing a broken filtration system. They also will perform regular cleaning to keep the water clean and clear, and even keep insects and leaves out of the water.

A pool cleaner can handle the multitude of problems that come up, so make sure to call yours at the first sign of an issue. If any equipment appears damaged or stops working, it needs to be checked and may need replacing, so warning your pool service company ahead of time will save you a multitude of headaches in the long run. Make certain that you ask them to address any problems as soon as they come up.

The best reason for hiring a pool service is the freedom it provides to you, the pool owner. The ability to use and enjoy your pool without having to worry about any of the hassles involved in maintaining it makes choosing and calling a pool service company absolutely important. Consider giving one a call today.

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Cleaning Your Pool

February 18th, 2013 Posted in Pool Service
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It’s important that your swimming pool should be kept clean, even if the job might seem like a long or arduous process. The thing to remember is that regular pool service means that more time can be spent swimming and staying healthy — not having to worry about getting sick from your pool water makes it much easier to enjoy your time out in the water.

Different sized pools require different sorts pool service, but most have similar concerns and issues to keep in mind while cleaning them. Keeping the water free of any and all debris or other materials like leaves, insects, pine needles and more is very important, as they can get into the filtration system of your pool. Make sure to clean the surface for any floating debris, and to make sure the bottom of the pool is cleaned as well.

Make sure that the walls and bottom of the pool are scrubbed and vacuumed. Depending on where your pool is located near your home, vacuuming or brushing the walls or bottom of the pool should be done at least once or twice a week, depending on your availability and free time. This allows algae or other scummy buildup to be cleared away.

Lastly, make sure to check the filters of your pool’s filtration system on a regular basis — at least once a month, but make sure to check the manufacturer’s recommended instructions as to how often the filter should be checked or replaced. Replacing filters too soon is an unnecessary expense, and may even be detrimental to the regular care of your pool.

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Why You Should Schedule Regular Professional Pool Cleaning

November 22nd, 2012 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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If you clean out debris that falls into the pool and use a brush to clean off the walls, you may think you are doing a regular cleaning.  However, that is not all that companies do when you schedule them to come clean your pool.  Their services provide much more.

If you hire a pool services company to perform a regular pool cleaning and maintenance on your pool, you should expect them to do the following:

  • Clean skimmer baskets and pump baskets
  • Skim leaves and other items off the surface of the water
  • Vacuum debris
  • Brush floor and walls of pool
  • Clean filter and water line tile
  • Test water chemistry and make adjustments
  • Sweep and wash the pool deck

These services ensure that your pool is working at its best and will last a long time.  When the pool filter or other parts get clogged, it causes them to work harder and have other problems.  Just keeping your pool clean can reduce your maintenance costs.

Keeping the pool area clean is also essential for protecting the people that use the pool, whether it is residential or commercial.  This includes keeping the pool deck free of items that could be a trip hazard or cause an injury.  Maintaining the right chemistry in the pool ensures that no bacteria can survive to turn the water murky or green.

While you can do the basic cleaning such as removing debris, you need a professional to help you with other aspects of pool cleaning to ensure that everything is working properly.  They can also monitor the pool to ensure that the filter and heater does not need replacing.

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Pool Maintenance Tips

November 20th, 2012 Posted in Pool Maintenance
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Pool ownership has its rewards and its drawbacks. While nothing beats a cool dip in the pool on a hot day, that pool needs constant maintenance to keep working properly. If a pool is not maintained, it can cost even more money to fix or repair. By creating a simple maintenance schedule, you can keep your pool in great working order and ready for that afternoon dip.

Daily And Weekly Maintenance

There are some things that should be checked daily, or at least every few days. By keeping up with these small maintenance chores, they can help you avoid big messes down the road.

  • Chemicals. Keeping the correct PH balance in your pool is much easier if you stay on top of it. Huge swings one way or the other makes it harder to control. Test your water daily if the pool is used regularly. Make sure you add chemicals, especially chlorine, at night. They will work better and last longer.
  • Filters. Make sure you are checking and emptying skimmer baskets or lint pots regularly. Debris can wreak havoc on your pool system, creating poor circulation. Consider a filter sock to keep out other debris.
  • Run the pump. Most pumps should be run for at least four hours a day. In peak season, this will most likely be closer to six or eight hours to make sure it is completely circulating and sanitizing.

Other maintenance such as checking the total dissolved solids and cleaning the filter need to be done every few months. For semi annual or annual pool maintenance, consider getting a good pool service to help you out. If you can take care of the daily and weekly maintenance, they can make sure the other systems are kept running smoothly. It is much easier and cost effective to keep your pool running then to have it repaired or replaced down the road!

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