Water Chemistry…is the most important element in pool maintenance.
The following are recognized critical levels in properly balanced pool water. Make sure that you are aware of these levels all year long; we recommend recording the results for easy reference.
** Please note that it is also important to check the other levels in your water**
- Chlorine = 1 – 3 PPM
- Ph = 7.2-7.6 PPM
- Alkalinity = 80 – 150 PPM
- Calcium Hardness = 200 + PPM
- Bromine = 2 – 4 PPM
It is recommended that you test your chlorine and pH daily. The alkalinity should be checked every week and always after rain. The best way to ensure that water is properly balanced is to have your water professionally tested for FREE at our computerized water analysis centre. We will happily test your water all season long and store it in our database, so we can easily cross reference past results.
Pool Sanitation
This is the means for killing bacteria and algae in order to disinfect the water. Proper pool sanitation is vital for:
- Water disinfection – killing pathogens.
- Removing excess organics – such as perspiration, body oils and urine.
- Prevention & removal of algae.
Summer Maintenance Program – From As Low As $50/Week
TAKE THE STRESS AND GUESS WORK OUT OF MAINTAINING YOUR POOL! Have a member of our service team keep your pool in pristine condition all season long. Services include:
- Chemical balancing
- Water testing
- Vacuuming
- Leaf Skimming
- Equipment Maintenance
Got An Algae Problem?
- Brush walls and bottom thoroughly to get the algae off the surface. This will help the chlorine to bond with the algae.
- Adjust pH to 7.2 – 7.4.
- Shock the pool to a minimum of 10 ppm.
- The next day, add Wham-O.
- 12 hours later, add Sparkling Clear and let the system run for a few hours.
- Shut off filtration ,system (pump) and let the pool stand without circulation for 12 to 24 hours. This will help the sediments in suspension to sink to the bottom of the pool.
- Vacuum on waste. Keep a sharp eye on the water level. By vacuuming on waste, you ensure that the algae do not get back in your filter.
- If the problem persists after re-starting the filtration system, the sand filter could be contaminated with algae. At this point, a sand change is necessary.