Getting your pool ready for the warmer weather can be exciting and a lot of work. If you decide to do it yourself, you need to be prepared to do all of the chores without taking any shortcuts.
Completing every task and leaving nothing undone, from removing the pool cover to testing the water, will help make sure that your pool is ready for the entire season. Or you could go the easy route and set up an appointment with a pool maintenance company in Atlanta.
Go Early
If you decide to go with a professional, scheduling your pool service early will make sure you get the time and date you want while also allowing you to open your pool when you want to. If you’re doing the job yourself, getting an early start will give you time to make sure everything gets done, and, if there are any delays, they won’t interfere with your plans. The other advantage to opening the pool early is that it will prevent algae growth if it’s still cool out. Algae needs warmth and darkness to flourish.
The Pool Cover
Remove debris and water from the top of the pool cover and then take the cover off the pool. Clean the cover thoroughly and allow it to dry out before putting it away for the season. This will keep the cover usable for years to come.
The Water Level
Water is the most important element in your pool and chances are that the water level will be low. Add water to fill the pool to the appropriate level. When the water has reached the normal operating level, you’re ready to deal with the pump and filter.
The Pump and Filter
Clean your pool’s filter and then check the system. The air may be under pressure, so be sure to release it before doing any maintenance. Be sure to prime the pump before you start the motor. Check for leaks at this time. Look at the pool and remove any sand or dirt that may be settled at the bottom. After you’ve cleaned this out, you can run the pump for 8 to 12 hours. When this process is done, the water that was in the pool will be fully mixed with the fresh water you added previously.
Test the Water
That doesn’t mean you get in the water. After you’ve completed your pool filter maintenance in Atlanta, you want to make sure that you add the right chemicals in the right amounts. Testing the water is the only way to know whether or not your pool is safe to swim in. Too much chlorine can be hazardous and too little could allow diseases to flourish. After the chemicals are added, you’ll need to run the pump again for between 10 and 12 hours.
As long as everything has been done correctly, your pool should be clean and safe to use for your friends and family. Of course, you don’t have to do any of this yourself. For all your pool needs, contact Sunrise Pool Services and schedule pool maintenance professionals in Atlanta to do the work for you. Then, all you need to worry about is making plans for the first swim of the year!