Your pool pump is essential when it comes to keeping your swimming pool clean and functional. But the pool pump and the motor inside can break down from time to time. Since most of the mechanical equipment behind the pool is kept hidden, you might not be sure what to do if you hear a strange sound or your motor stops working altogether. But it’s important to recognize the difference between a broken pool pump and a broken motor. Replacing the entire pump can cost twice or even four times as much as replacing the motor. Some pool repairmen might try to talk you into replacing the entire pump, but you’ll actually be better off with a simple pool pump motor replacement. Learn how to recognize the difference between the two, so you can make the right decision for your pool.
We have already had record-breaking heat waves this summer and not just in the south. This is a weather trend that appears to be staying. Whether this is a result of global warming or not, you don’t want your pool to become a large warm-water bathtub. You are especially at risk of overheated pool water if you own or plan to install an above-ground pool that is six feet deep or less, as the exposed sides of the pool allow the water to be heated by the air temperature surrounding the pool as well as the sun on the surface of the water.
It is getting cooler outside and our summertime fun is becoming a distant memory. All pool owners will need to take a few steps to ensure that pool equipment survives the winter without damage. Warmer winter climate regions may simply need to change their filtration times from twelve to six hours whereas much cooler winter climate regions need to take more drastic measures when preparing their pool for the winter. When water freezes it expands ten percent of it's volume which can have costly affects on pipes, pumps, and other expensive equipment if winterizing a pool is not done properly and with care. Your pool service company may offer to provide this service for a few hundred dollars plus materials which could offer you a piece of mind. However, if you are trying to pinch pennies and/or have that extra DIY bone in your body, then follow these few simple steps to winterizing your pool properly.
A pool skimmer is an integral part of keeping your pool ready to use all season long. Using pool cleaners to maintain the cleanliness and integrity of your pool can be accomplished in a variety of ways. While “pool skimmers” most commonly refer to the handheld pole nets, pool skimmers can also be mechanical to make cleaning the entirety of your pool even easier than before. If you’re spending a lot of extra effort trying to keep your pool clean, there are options to help you save time. There are a variety of types and styles of pool skimmers. Depending on the size of your pool and the amount of debris you regularly see, a robotic skimmer may be the best way to help maintain the cleanliness of your water. While you should always have a handheld skimmer on hand for light items, mechanical skimmer systems can change the way you maintain your pool.
Chlorine is an integral part of maintaining a hygienic pool environment and proper pool chemistry. It can be challenging to balance your pool’s chemistry, and there is such a thing as “too much chlorine.” Fortunately, too much chlorine in your pool can be easily corrected. Read on to learn more about why the correct chlorine level is vital for your health and safety and how to lower the chlorine in your pool quickly and easily.