Point Edward Pool Cleaning

The Best Way to Keep Your Pool Clean 

There are plenty of tools on the market that claim to make pool care easier but these often aren’t reliable. In fact, many pool owners lean on these tools expecting them to take over large chunks of the maintenance process, only to end up with subpar results. Instead of turning on a robotic pool cleaner and hoping that it gets the right results, call an experienced Puddle Pro for the best possible results. Instead of focusing on one area alone, Puddle technicians break the cleaning process down into multiple steps for the best possible results. 

Water Chemistry: Maintaining clean water is a major part of pool care but this is easier said than done. Shocking the pool water when it begins to look cloudy or discoloured will provide an instant visual improvement but it isn’t enough to create a sanitary swim space. In fact, clean pool water depends on a variety of factors such as chlorine levels, pH levels, total alkalinity and calcium. Basic test kits might be able to point out problem areas with your water chemistry but for proper balancing it is always better to have your water tested and treated by a pro. Proper water treatments don’t just prevent cloudy water, they can reduce the risk of algae growth as well. 

Debris Removal: There is nothing easier than turning on a pool vacuum when you start to notice debris building up at the bottom of your pool but this doesn’t always guarantee results. Swimming pools aren’t often designed to navigate corners or built-in steps that are difficult for automatic cleaners to navigate. Manual vacuums are needed to reach these areas while skimmer rods can scoop unwanted items from water surfaces and skimmer baskets need to be emptied for a fresh start. 

Managing Pool Filters: As much as you might try to remove debris you can’t catch everything and that is where pool filters come into play. Filters are designed to trap and hold unwanted items. Over time filters will become clogged up and it will be difficult for water to pass through. Cartridge filters should be removed, cleaned and reinstalled every 3-4 months while sand filters should be emptied and refilled with fresh sand every 3-5 years. 

Seasonal Pool Treatments: As the seasons change so do the needs of your swimming pool. Winters in Ontario come along with extreme temperatures that will cause serious and lasting damages to pool surfaces, structures and equipment. Instead of dealing with damage caused by cold weather call Puddle to protect your pool during the off-season and open it up again in spring so you can soak up the sunshine.