Owning a custom pool is a premier luxury element explicitly designed to elevate your outdoor living space, but owning a pool is much more than a fancy backyard add-on. It’s crucial to maintain your pool to keep it in its most pristine condition. The maintenance of a pool requires regular attention. That’s where the Blue Lizard Services team comes in. We totally understand pool-owning intricacies, and we’re here to help.
Today, we’re diving into essential pool maintenance tips and how to keep your investment in tip-top shape.
Let’s get into it!
The Basics of Custom Pool Maintenance
Routine Cleaning
You cannot skip your custom pool’s routine cleanings. They are the very basis of what keeps your pool both inviting and functional. Being consistent with your pool’s skimming and vacuuming are the first steps in your routine pool upkeep.
Skimming the surface of your pool every day will help you remove leaves, bugs, and other dirt that affects the water quality and cleanliness. Your pool vacuum should be used weekly to target your pool’s floor and walls to prevent algae buildup and maintain an optimal aquatic environment.
Don’t forget to keep up with your pool’s filter. It’s important to regularly check and clean the filter to guarantee that it continues to function efficiently. A clogged filter will lead to poor water circulation, leading to an increase in chemical use, which ultimately will affect your pool’s appearance and cost efficiency.
Chemical Balance
When your chemical balance is properly maintained, you know you’re in a good space. The right chemical balance is vital for your pool water’s safety and longevity. When you regularly test the water chemistry is needed to avoid algae growth and water discoloration. A good rule of thumb is to have your pH levels maintained between 7.4 and 7.6, while your chlorine levels should typically sit between 1.0 and 3.0 ppm.
Water Level Management
Maintaining proper water level management is synonymous with guaranteeing your pool’s functionality. Your water levels should always be at the midpoint of the skimmer for the best performance. If the levels are too low, the pump could run dry and cause potential problems; on the other hand, if the water levels are too high, the skimmer won’t function properly, which would lead to poor filtration.
Keeping a close eye on water levels, especially after a heavy rain or really hot days when the evaporation rates are high, will save you. From there, adjust the water levels as needed by either draining or adding water.
Seasonal Pool Care
Spring Preparation
Once the swimming season begins to creep up, proactively prepping your pool is key. You can start by uncovering and cleaning your pool cover. Next, you should check your pool’s equipment and water quality just to make sure everything is in working order. From there, you’ll test and balance the water chemistry and thoroughly clean your pool.
Fall and Winterization
As the temperatures begin to drop, it will be time to prep your pool for fall and winter. You can start by getting rid of any dirt and debris that built up through the summer use and cleaning the pool thoroughly once again.
There are winterizing chemicals available that protect your pool water and stop algae growth during the off-season. Be sure to cover your pool with a high-grade pool cover to stop dirt from getting into it and lessen the need for extensive cleaning once prime swimming months come around again.
Advanced Maintenance Tips
Equipment Check-Up
When you have regular inspection and maintenance conducted for your pool, you’re expanding its longevity. Make sure that the pumps, heaters, and any other elements are functioning properly. Look for signs of wear and tear, leaks, or any other ineffective components that indicate a need for repair or replacement,
You can schedule professional servicing for those complex maintenance tasks. That’s why Blue Lizard Services offers expert pool maintenance and ongoing support that addresses your needs to guarantee your pool runs smoothly for years to come.
Addressing Common Problems
Despite some homeowners’ best efforts, algae growth is a pretty common problem–that, amongst cloudy water and leaks. The faster you are able to address these issues, the better.
When it comes to algae growth, algaecide and an increase of you brushing and vacuuming frequency will help you tremendously. As for cloudy water, that’s a sign of imalanced chemicals or filtration–neither of which you want present in your pool’s water cycles. To remedy this, calibrate the chemical levels and assess the filter to see whether or not it needs replacing.
At the end of the day, when in doubt, call a professional!
Why Professional Maintenance Matters
When you schedule routine maintenance, you are investing in the lifespan of your pool. Routine maintenance tasks can be managed independently, but professional services have so much more to offer.
As experts, the Blue Lizard Services team delivers comprehensive care, taking care of tasks like advanced diagnostics, repairs, and even seasonal preparation maintenance. We’re dedicated to delivering the hughes quality in maintenance and pool installation. We aid you in everything from routine upkeep to resolving the most complex of pool issues.
Having professional maintenance will not only elongate your pool’s lifespan, it will also guarantee that your pool continues to operate safely for you and your guests to enjoy.
It’s no secret that maintaining your custom pool is essential when it comes to preserving its allure and functionality. When you follow these tips, you’ll be able to keep your pool in tip-top shape with your own hands. If not, give us a call!
Blue Lizard Services excels in delivering our clients exceptional service. Are you ready to have your routine preventative maintenance performed? Click here to get in touch with the team and schedule a visit.