Professional Pool Care Basics
Hiring a local pool professional is an excellent way to maintain a new cement pool.
A cement pool is not pre-made but is constructed on-site and easily customizable to any shape and size based on the homeowner’s preference. A new cement pool installation in the backyard means endless fun and entertainment for the whole family.
However, cleaning and maintenance are vital aspects of pool ownership new swimming pool owners often forget. Maintaining a new cement pool is the key to ensuring that it stays in good condition and ready for a dip and that the pool equipment remains in top condition. Preventative maintenance also goes a long way in avoiding more significant pool issues, which helps save time, money, and hassles down the line.
The following is an essential guide to help new pool owners understand some routine maintenance a new pool needs. Then, they can ask questions when interviewing pool service companies to determine the level of pool service that will fit their situation.
Skim regularly
It is impossible to stop organic debris from landing in the pool. However, regularly skimming the pool prevents the debris from sinking to the pool’s bottom and creating hard-to-remove stains. This step is one that homeowners should undertake themselves. Skimming keeps a swimming pool welcoming and stops these materials from entering the filter.
Brush the pool
Technicians will use a long-handled pool brush to scrub the pool floor and the sides of the pool walls. These surfaces are prone to calcium build-up and bacteria, algae, or germ growth, which impacts the pool’s look and functionality and leaves it unfit for swimming.
Vacuum periodically
After scrubbing the pool with the brush, the technician will wait about ten minutes to allow debris to settle on the bottom. Then, they’ll use a pool vacuum to remove the debris. Vacuuming is vital to pool maintenance and will keep it looking pristine for a long time. Increase the vacuuming frequency if the pool appears dirty. Homeowners can also consider investing in a robotic cleaner to reduce their workload.
Add algaecide
Algaecide added to the pool appropriately will kill any existing algae and is also used as a preventative measure to prevent algae growth without changing the pool water’s pH balance. The manufacturer’s instruction contains the exact amounts of algaecide required for a particular pool. Professional technicians are well-versed in its use.
Test pool water regularly
One of the most crucial things to maintain a new cement pool is to check the pH and alkalinity levels every couple of weeks. Unbalanced pool water can result in bacteria, germs, and algae growth, which can prove detrimental to a new pool. Pool technicians use a test kit for pool water testing. Then, they balance the pool water by adding the necessary chemicals based on the results.
Other maintenance
Professional pool technicians will perform other tasks as needed, including:
Add chlorine to the pool water, if needed, to sanitize it.
Acid washing the pool to clean and remove stains from the pool’s bottom and sides.
Empty and clean the skimmer baskets
Clean the filters
Hiring a local pool professional is an excellent way to maintain a new cement pool. Enlisting expert help will save time and money and ensure the new cement pool remains in the best possible shape.
Dog Days Pool Service is a pool service company serving Clearwater, Safety Harbor, and all surrounding areas. We offer pool cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting and more and would love to hear from you! (727) 791-6012
