Tips to Keep Your Swimming Pool Inviting and Sparkling Clean

Having a swimming pool at home is a real luxury that not everybody gets to enjoy. So, to maintain this luxury level, it is wise to pay heed on how to keep a swimming pool clean and well-conditioned. Here are some of the pool maintenance tips that will help you keep your pool crystal clear, inviting, refreshing, and ready for use every day.               

      1. Check the pH Regularly
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You should check once or twice a week that the pH of your swimming pool is between 7.2 and 7.8. The lower the pH on this scale, the less chlorine you will need in your swimming pool. As the value rises, chlorine will become less and less active and therefore, you will end up adding it more and more to your swimming pool to attain the same effectiveness. So, control the pH and you will need to use less chlorine. 

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      2. Clean the Skimmer Baskets Weekly

A skimmer is installed in the side of the pool to skim the surface of the pool before debris and contaminants become saturated and float down to the bottom. Since everything enters through the surface of the pool water, it is best to keep your skimmer effective. The more stuff it can skim off, the better will be your pool. There is a round access panel on the deck. All you need to do is to open it up and dump the basket contents as needed. The main goal here is to keep your skimmer basket clean all the time. 
 
      3. Check Ozonator
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If you have this equipment, make sure the light is on and it is actually working. It can help in reducing the amount of chlorine your pool uses. If it is not properly working, you can also call pool maintenance professionals for repair or replacement. 
 
      4. Clean the Lint Pot 

The lint pot located at the front of the pool pump should be cleaned every couple of weeks or as needed. Turn off the pump and release pressure. It is just a basket installed inside the clear glass of your pool pump. Alternatively, you can clear out the debris catcher or leaf basket. If you have not upgraded, get a 2-speed or variable pump installed as it is worth the initial expense. 
 
       5. Check Chlorinator
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If you have a deck chlorinator or in-line chlorinator, it is also needed to be checked regularly to ensure the proper chlorine tablet level, loading, or possible clogging. Depending upon the style and features, this unit can add a constant residual of chlorine.
 
       6. Clean Pool Filters

A clean, well-functioning pool filter provides the maximum flow rates, waste a little valuable water, and get the water crystal clear. It requires cleaning a couple of times a year and for that, you can also hire pool maintenance service. A pool filter may also need cleaning after a heavy storm or once every few months depending upon conditions in your pool. 
 
Follow these tips and your swimming pool will stay in a brand new condition for the entire year.