As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, it’s time to prepare your pool for summer.
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Prepare your pool for summer
Clear Debris and Clutter
The first step in preparing your pool for summer is to remove any debris that has collected over the cooler months. This could include leaves, branches, or even small animals. A leaf scooper or skimmer net is ideal for this task. Make sure to clean the surrounding areas, such as the pool deck and any outdoor furniture, to keep more debris from entering the pool.
Check Pool Chemistry
Balanced water chemistry is critical for safe swimming. Testing your pool’s water ensures that the pH, chlorine levels, alkalinity, and calcium hardness are all within their recommended ranges. Using a high-quality pool water testing kit is recommended, but professional pool services can also assist with testing if you’re unsure. For ideal conditions, aim for a pH between 7.2 and 7.6. This balance will help your chlorine or other sanitiser work more effectively. If the water chemistry has been neglected, use chemicals like algaecides, shock treatments, and stabilisers to get everything back in balance.
Inspect Equipment
Your pool’s filtration system and pump are the heart of clean, healthy water. Before the swimming season begins, inspect the pool pump, filter, and skimmer to ensure they are in working order. Clean out the skimmer basket and check for any signs of wear or damage to the pool equipment. Check the O-rings on the pump and make sure the pump is not making any rattling or humming noises, which could indicate a malfunction. Address any leaks or issues early to prevent costly repairs later.
Clean and Vacuum the Pool
After clearing debris, it’s essential to vacuum the pool to remove any dirt and grime that has settled at the bottom. Brush the walls and floor of your pool to loosen algae and dirt, then run your pool vacuum to remove it. For best results, ensure that your pool filter is clean and in good condition before vacuuming. If your pool has turned green or is cloudy, you may need to shock the water to clear it. Use a high dose of chlorine or a specialised pool shock product to bring your water back to crystal-clear condition.
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Adjust Water Levels
After months of rainfall or evaporation, your pool’s water levels may be off. Check to ensure the water is at the right level—halfway to three quarters up the skimmer opening is ideal. If the water is too low, the pump may not function properly, and if it’s too high, the skimmer won’t be able to remove floating debris efficiently.
Test the Pool's Circulation
Good circulation is key to keeping your pool water fresh and clear. Ensure that all your pool’s jets are working, directing the water to circulate efficiently. If necessary, backwash your filter to ensure that it’s clean and ready to handle the increased load as pool usage rise.
Treat the Pool Water
Once everything is clean and balanced, it’s time to add a dose of sanitiser, such as chlorine, to keep your water clear and safe throughout the season. Follow this up with algaecide to prevent the growth of algae in your pool. Always check chemical levels regularly during the swimming season to avoid any surprises.
Inspect Pool Safety Features
Before your pool is officially summer-ready, don’t forget to inspect your pool’s safety features. Check pool fences, gates, and latches to ensure everything is secure and compliant with local safety regulations. Make sure you have an up to date and readable pool resuscitation (CPR) visible from anywhere within your pool area. Also, inspect any pool covers, especially solar covers, for damage that could affect their effectiveness.
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