With the unseasonably warm weather this week, perhaps it time to start thinking about routine Spring maintenance. It never hurts to start early so those inevitable surprises cannot delay planned pool opening.
My initial checks include:
- inspect pool tiles, surroundings and gutters for signs of ice or freeze damage;
- check pump room for pipe leaks or leaky valves;
- open sand filters and check sand quality and level;
- open DE filters and check integrity of the grids;
- open cartridge filters and check cartridges for damage or wear;
- check/ run pool pump to ensure well-lubricated bearings and silent operation;
- check transformers and power supplies for water damage or corroded terminals;
- inspect fuse box and ensure operability of trip switches and earth leakage units;
- make preliminary inspection of pool lights and determine lamps that need replacing;
- ensure the pool water is still in pristine condition with no trace of algae.
Any major problems discovered now can be comfortably dealt with well in advance of the swimming season, when pool service is both hard to get and rushed.
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What a great list! Another way to “spring clean” is by polishing up any stainless steel you have around the site with an aquatic-site-specific stainless steel cleaner.
Hi guys first post after shocking water turned white about 1 foot you cant see your hand no more green just a big bowl of milk filter wont run 10 min till clogs where water wont even pass through de filter cleaned filter w/hose and brush 10 min later clogged again took out filter and put filter saver on skimmer just to keep water circulating plus after cleaning filter I stopped putting de into filter and it still get clogged lots of pine tress around the pool and was not covered but did not have this problem last year please if someone could give me some advice thanks
i have these little bugs on the sides of my pool that look like nats and they make you ich like nats and they are littler than rice how do i get ride of them please help.
I have these little bugs on the sides of my pool that look like nats they are littler than a piece of rice they make you ich like nats do and they fly wht can i do two get ride of them please help.
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A pool in a back yard is like having you own personal drop of the ocean. Unlike the ocean, a pool requires regular attention and maintenance. Hiring a pool professional will ensure a healthy pool and an enjoyable hassle free summer.
I agree with the majority of the posts here. It is very difficult to manage pool sanitation by yourself but these types of websites help.
To keep the pools in good condition it is necessary that regular monitoring and inspection are done. This will be helpful in improving the condition and offering mind-blowing experiences to the people. Swimming Pool renovations
This was a good post – actually the entire site is useful. Thank you. We design and build pools and Outdoor living areas through out Southern California – so we appreciate a kindred spirit.
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I keep losing the ph in my pool. After adding within a few hours it once again shows low ph. What do I do and is it safe to swim with low ph
That looks like a great checklist. Well done.
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Good artikle. There is an opportunity to keep the Pool closed in a simple way. With a Pool Cover.
Thanks for this list, and some really useful comments too. Checking for leaks is especially important for anyone living in drought prone areas, so make sure to check and recheck.
Great article. Thank you for writing it.