Pool Cleaning Tips
Expert Pool Cleaning Services by Patten Pool Service
Swimming pools can provide hours of family fun and relaxation. They are also an expensive amenity to have in a backyard. That is why it is important to keep your pool properly maintained in order to protect your investment. Here are three swimming pool cleaning tips from the professionals at PATTEN POOL SERVICE to help you do just that.
Keep Debris Out of the Pool
Debris in a pool such as leaves, insects, pet hair, and animal waste make it dirty, cloudy and uninviting. It can also clog up filters and drains. Debris can throw off the balance of chemicals and provide food for algae, making it grow. Getting rid of debris should be a priority. Use a long handled net to remove any debris that is out of reach.
Empty the Skimmer Basket Often
Other swimming pool cleaning tips include emptying the skimmer basket frequently. Skimmer baskets can become filled with debris in a very short period of time, so it is essential that you check and empty the skimmer basket several times a week. This simple task can help improve filter efficiency and water flow.
Keep the Pool Deck Well-Maintained
It is important to keep the pool deck well maintained. Any cracks that appear between the deck and the tile should be immediately caulked. Cracks can allow water to seep into the joints and cause major damage to your pool.
Following these easy swimming pool cleaning tips is a good way to help keep your pool well maintained. Removing debris from a pool and regularly emptying the skimmer basket can help to keep it running at optimal efficiency. Filling any cracks around the deck with caulk can prevent water damage beneath the deck surface that can end up costing thousands of dollars to repair.
About Your Pool
The Filter: This device collects all the non-water stuff from the pool. Dirt, sand, leaves, suntan lotion, swimsuit threads, detergent residue, etc. The water flows through the filter, which then traps debris and contains it. There are generally three types of filters, and with regular cleaning, they generally last for one to two years, before they must be replaced. Filters themselves have various components to them including baskets, cartridges, and drains. Drains at the water surface are called skimmers.