• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Adverticia

Advertising Strategies for Today's Media World

  • Home
  • Topics
    • Family
    • Parenting
    • The Arts
    • Health
    • Swimming Pools
    • Furniture
    • Technology
    • Construction
  • Ask a Question
  • Contact

Basic Tips for Easy Pool Maintenance, Part 4

Last updated on May 15, 2020 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Pool care probably isn’t number one on anybody’s list of favorite things to do, but it’s a necessary part of taking good care of your investment. Once you make a habit of requiring pre-swim showers and build a routine of regularly skimming, vacuuming, and brushing your pool’s interior surfaces, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying a properly maintained pool (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). If you’re already doing all of these things, there’s just one more step we’re going to cover to help you keep your pool in tip-top shape. Make sure you keep the pH of the water balanced.

Maintain the Proper pH Level in Your Pool

Pool owners often struggle to keep their pool water’s pH level balanced. It’s a fairly complex dynamic equation, and for those who haven’t participated in a chemistry experiment since high school, it can seem a bit intimidating. For this crucial step in pool maintenance to be completed correctly, the chemicals have to be added in the right amounts as well as the right order. This will keep the total alkalinity and the pH at the right levels to create a neutral balance of the water. If you have a hard time keeping your pool’s pH level in balance, you may want to do some in-depth reading on the topic. The more knowledge you can glean about the how and why of pool chemistry, the better equipped you will be to keep your pool water clean and safe for swimming.

Why You Shouldn’t Let Your Pool’s pH Level Get Unbalanced

Once in awhile, especially if you’re a new pool owner, your pool’s pH level may become slightly unbalanced. If that happens, don’t beat yourself up over it. Just take the necessary steps to correct the problem and try to stay on top of things so that it doesn’t happen again. If you do get into a habit of forgetting to balance your pool’s pH level regularly, especially if you let it get completely out of balance, you’re probably going to end up accidentally causing some damage to your pool components. Your heater, pool liner, and other equipment can suffer sometimes irreparable harm from a pool with unbalanced pH levels. That’s why it’s so critical to keep up with this step of pool maintenance.

How a Seemingly Small Imbalance Can Pose a Major Problem

Many pool owners often let their pool water’s pH balance get higher than 8.0. Letting the level get this high can, however, cause the chlorine to stop functioning in its vital role of killing bacteria in your pool. Do you see your pool water looking green and cloudy? That’s a sure sign that the chlorine is not working effectively. This is an especially common problem for people with saltwater pools. If you’re one of those pool owners who can’t seem to keep your pH level balanced, don’t give up. Consider taking extra steps to help regulate the pool’s pH, such as including borates in your pool chemical routine.

A well-maintained pool is a great place to relax and create wonderful memories. Though it takes some work to keep your pool clean, it will be worth it in the end. You’ll avoid costly damage and provide a safe, inviting environment for your friends and family.

family with child with disability in pool

Read More About Swimming Pools

  • LyFi Pool School 103: A Look at Rates & Terms
  • How to Create the Perfect Patio

Lyon Financial

Since 1979 Lyon Financial has made the backyard resort dream come true for over 400,000 families across the U.S. Through our solid relationships with more than 3,000 pool contractors and our continued commitment to putting our clients first, we have built a reputation as the first choice in providing pool financing solutions. For more information, visit lyonfinancial.net or call (877) 754-5966 today.

Filed Under: Swimming Pools

Additional Articles

pretty girl smiling while in pool water
Have You Considered a Spool Pool?
inground pool with fern gardens
Getting Started with Backyard Gardening
underwater girl smiling in pool
What You Need To Know About Vinyl Liner Swimming Pools, Part 2
pretty girl smiling while in pool water
What You Need To Know About Vinyl Liner Swimming Pools, Part 1
teen girl grinning sitting beside pool edge
How To Avoid Getting Swimmer’s Skin
How To Avoid Getting Swimmer’s Hair

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

four + three =



Primary Sidebar

Lyon Financial
Jackrabbit Dance Software

Featured Articles

  • Avoiding Common Pool Service Problems
  • Annual Maintenance for Your Pool
  • A Rainbow of Yuck: What You Need To Know About Pool Algae
  • 5 Simple Ways To Reduce Swimming Pool Water Loss
  • 5 Reasons To Have Your New Swimming Pool Installed This Fall
  • 3 More Steps Toward Getting Ready for Your Pool Design Consultation
  • 3 Steps Toward Being Ready for Your Pool Design Consultation
  • What You Need to Know About Swimming Pool Chemicals
  • Why a Swimming Pool Is a Great Addition to a Healthy Lifestyle
  • How To Clear Up Cloudy Pool Water, Part 1
  • How To Clear Up Cloudy Pool Water, Part 2
Lyon Financial
X10 Home Automation

Popular Articles

  • Stop Hiding Your Phone Number, Walmart.com
  • Magical Management Software for Your Dance Studio
  • Should I Use Ipe or Teak?: Two High End Lumbers Explained
  • Country Willow Kids - myRoom Bedroom Collection
  • How do They Get Those Surgical Instruments So Clean?
  • Are Your Shoulder Blades Crooked?
  • Penny Pincher Boutique – Westchester, NY Upscale Consignment
  • Maxtrix: Bunk Beds with Unlimited Options
  • Top 3 Household Hazards for Kids
  • Getting Started with X10 Home Automation
Jackrabbit Class Software

Reader Feedback

  • Robert Ottarson on Custom Fireplace Doors & Screens – Westchester County, NY
  • Braden Bills on Choosing a Licensed Arborist – Quality Tree Service
  • Megan Alder on Choosing a Licensed Arborist – Quality Tree Service
  • Lisa on Coping with Teen Disorders: Escapism
  • Aaron White on Awesome Advantages of Owning a Swimming Pool, Part 2

Copyright © 2021 Sozo Firm Inc · Privacy Policy · Disclaimer · Sitemap