Brant Residential Pool Services

Residential Pool Care: What to Know

Keeping a pool clean is a complicated process that involves treating areas that you can see and the ones that you can’t. It is easy to throw pool chemicals in to clear up cloudiness but if circulation systems are failing, even newly cleaned water won’t stay that way for long. In order to be effective, pool maintenance needs to be broken down into steps, dealing with everything from debris, water systems, liners and surrounding areas. If this sounds like a lot of work — that’s because it is! Luckily, our Puddle Pros are here to help!

After years of experience in the industry, our team of Puddle technicians have created a universal treatment plan that is then catered to the unique needs of any pool system, ensuring that you get the best results. Trying to apply a one-size-fits-all pool treatment program can leave water contaminated, skimmer baskets full of debris and internal systems struggling. Ditch the DIY and let an expert handle your pool system.

Water Chemistry: If you start to notice that your pool water is going green, there is no question that a shock treatment is in order. Even when discolouration clears, that doesn’t mean that it is safe to swim in. You can’t achieve water balance without regular testing of chlorine levels, pH levels, alkalinity and calcium.

Water Systems: Without functional circulation and filtration systems, it does not take long for algae growth to form and spread throughout swimming pools. If there is no water circulating in your pool, it means chemicals are not being dispersed properly. Making sure that the pool pump, return lines, motors and filters are in good condition is key to keeping things running smoothly. Pressure gauges detail when sand filters need attention and cartridge filters should be removed, cleaned and replaced quarterly.

Ditching Debris: When there is debris floating along water surfaces, it is simple enough to grab a skimmer but dealing with debris doesn’t end there. When heavy items sink to the bottom of the pool, it can be difficult to get rid of them. Pool vacuums are designed to clear away unwanted items from flat, open spaces but they aren’t designed to reach into hard angles or navigate around complicated areas like staircases. It takes specialized manual vacuums to remove debris from those hard to reach areas.

Seasonal Treatments: Getting swimming pools ready for a changing of the seasons requires a multi-step approach that protects swim spaces from damage during the cold off-season and helps to set the stage for an easy opening in spring. By having pool openings done by an expert makes it possible to enjoy the spring and summer to the fullest without having to struggle through the process. Something as simple as dropping the water level during fall can help to extent the lifespan of swimming pools and reduces the risk of damage.