So you final got
an in-ground swimming pool? That’s great! Of course, pool ownership
is not all about the perks. Forgo proper maintenance, and you’ll
soon be swimming in cloudy, debris-filled water. To maintain optimal
water quality, be sure to practice these must-do maintenance steps:
Check the
Skimmer Basket
Dirt and debris
may fall into your pool and clog the pipes. Fortunately, your pool
skimmer sucks them away from the water’s surface. Of course, you
have to clean out the skimmer basket every day or the gunk will get
backed up.
Test the Waters
At least twice a
week, check your pool’s pH and chlorine levels. Ideal pH levels
should be 7.4 to 7.6, while chlorine concentration must be around 1.0
to 3.0 parts per million. Always have testing strips on hand, and
conduct the test at dusk at least four hours after the last pool use.
…And Shock
it, Too
No, don’t drop
the blender into the pool! Shocking the water means adding three to
five times the normal amount of chlorine to kill of the bacteria and
algae in the water. Do this once a month, but wait at least 24 hours
before taking a dip in the pool.
By performing the
necessary upkeep, you and your family can have a smashing time in
your pool every day.
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