Maintaining a safe swimming pool requires regular and comprehensive care. A professional pool maintenance service ensures your backyard oasis remains just that, perfect for relaxation and fun. In this blog post, we’ll take you through the steps of pool maintenance, from clearing debris to opening or closing it for the season and when to call in a professional.
1. Regular Cleaning
The first part of a pool maintenance service always involves cleaning. Your pool collects debris, from fallen leaves to twigs, all of which can clog the filter or pump or even rip the lining. It’s important to start by skimming the pool’s surface to remove floating debris and then use a vacuum to remove settled dirt.
2. Repairs
If the debris build-up caused any damage, the next step as it relates to pool maintenance service is to repair it. This can be relatively straightforward or take some time, depending on the extent of the issue. Repairs can include fixing the lining or replacing the pool pump.
3. Chemical Balancing
The chemical balance of your pool is essential for your safety. The ideal pH range for a pool is between 7.4 and 7.6—if it’s more acidic, the water becomes corrosive, and if it’s more alkaline, it becomes scaling and can lead to ‘green pool syndrome.’ The main factors behind an unbalanced pool are the weather and the environment. For example, the pH level may be off after a lot of rain.
During your maintenance service, your pool cleaner will test the water to see the chemical balance and add chemicals if necessary to bring it back to safe swimming levels.
4. Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
Your pool requires plenty of equipment to keep it functioning at its best. A maintenance service means looking at all these components, including filters, pumps, and heaters, to ensure that they are in good working condition. By verifying everything is working properly, maintenance helps prevent future concerns, such as the water being left still due to a broken pump, which can cause bacteria to grow. This routine service can also keep your energy bills in check to ensure all the equipment is running efficiently.
6. Pool Winterizing and Spring Opening
Opening and closing your backyard oasis is a crucial part of pool ownership. While the specific timelines will vary based on your geographical region, most homes in Ottawa start opening their pools in May and close them around the beginning of October. Specific maintenance tasks might include deep cleaning, shocking the water, and increasing or reducing the water level.
Why Should You Hire a Professional?
When you hire a professional to handle your pool maintenance, you benefit from their years of experience, the enhanced safety of having a professional handle the chemicals, and the convenience and peace of mind associated with letting someone else handle a task that requires quite a bit of expertise.
By entrusting your pool maintenance to professionals, you can rest assured that your pool will remain pristine, ready for those spontaneous backyard parties, relaxing afternoons, and joyful family gatherings.
If you’re looking to ensure your pool receives the best care possible, contact Benson Pools today. Our team of dedicated professionals is equipped to handle all your pool maintenance needs, from routine cleaning to comprehensive seasonal services. Let us take the hassle out of pool maintenance.
