Pool opening season is an exciting time, as it means that you’ll soon be able to enjoy the warm weather with your friends and family, host summer pool parties, and relax in the comfort of your own pool. For some pool owners, opening your pool can seem stressful. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be stressful or confusing to open your pool. In this article, learn some tips for opening your pool in Wisconsin this year.
The first thing you should do when opening your pool is to check your pool equipment for any visible damage. This includes your pump, filter, and pool vacuum. If you notice any visible cracks, holes, or something else that doesn’t look right, it is important to call your pool service company to inspect your pool. You don’t want to risk damaging your pool equipment by running it when it has been damaged. This can turn a simple and inexpensive repair into an expensive and complicated one.
Next, you’ll want to remove any debris or fallen leaves from your pool before you turn on your filter. If you leave any leaves in the pool, it will be more difficult to balance your pool’s water chemistry. In particular, any organic matter can cause phosphates to build up in your pool. This feeds algae growth. For this reason, it is important to keep your pool free from leaves.
If you have a pool cover, try to clean the debris off the cover before taking it off so that the leaves don’t fall right into the pool. This will make the job of cleaning your pool easier, as you won’t have to skim out these leaves first.
After being winterized, your pool’s water level is likely too low to run properly. Before turning on any of your pool equipment or spending money on pool chemicals, be sure that your pool’s water level is correct. If it’s too low, you can simply add water using your backyard hose to bring it up to the right level.
Before you can swim in your pool, you have to balance its water chemistry using chemicals. After a long winter without use, this can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. Many pool owners opt to hire a pool service provider to help them get their pool back into balance after the winter.
It is always a good idea to regularly inspect your pool’s safety features, especially after the winter. The most important thing is to check any pool safety fences, child locks and alarms, and covers. These items can easily suffer damage from harsh winter conditions. To be safe, it’s a good idea to inspect these items regularly.
If you’re overwhelmed with opening your pool this year, A-1 Pools can help. We provide service for pools and hot tubs. Contact us to schedule a service appointment.
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