You’ve finally got a pool installed, and you couldn’t be more thrilled! Even though a pool has many advantages, it’s still a major investment that needs proper care.

This might seem a little challenging in the beginning. This is why we recommend getting professional services to maintain your pool the first few times and assisting the contractors to get the hang of it.

However even when you’re maintaining the pool yourself, you’ll still need to get it professionally maintained every few months. That being said, here are the most common tips by our expert pool builders on swimming pool maintenance.

Maintain water and pH level

Even though the chemical composition of water is important, physical water levels are equally important. These levels fluctuate from time to time, for example, after a rainstorm or an evening pool party, and will need to be kept in check.

The ideal water level is just halfway north of the opening of the skimmer. If you find the water levels to be too low, use your garden hose increase it. If you think they’re a little high, pump it out using a submersible pump.

The pH level of anything between 7.2 and 7.8 is ideal for swimming pools—anything lower will require more chlorine. The CDC suggests keeping track of the following chemicals for maintaining balance:

• pH levels
• Calcium hardness
• Free chorine
• Cyanuric acid
• Total alkalinity

So, make sure to check your pool’s chemical balance once or twice a week.

Skim debris from the surface

Outdoor pools that are left uncovered can accumulate debris, leaves, and insects over time. Skimming these bits off the surface of the water is a necessary step when it comes to pool maintenance—unless you’re okay with swimming with the leaves.

If you can afford to spend some money, consider getting a pool vacuum that will clean the bottom of your pool as well.

Clean out the filter periodically

Think of your pool’s filter like its kidney. Like how your kidneys constantly filter out any impurities in your body, your pool’s filter removes any contaminants, impurities, or dirt particles.

To ensure that your pool is safe, you’ll need to ensure that your filter is working well. To do so, clean its basket at least once every week.

Shock your pool

Shock your pool using chlorine to effectively kill pool algae. Ensure the process is carried out at night to prevent the sunlight from reducing the efficacy of calcium hypochlorite—the active ingredient.

Looking for a pool maintenance service? We’ve got you covered.

At Perfect Pools, we have the best pool contractors in Virginia who provide high-quality pool services, including pool design, construction, and renovation. We’re experts at pool designing and can turn your pool dreams into reality.

Contact us today to know more about our services in Sterling, VA.