Though the weather may not be conducive to you leaping into your pool, spring is actually an ideal time to clean your swimming pool. Some of the things that need to be done take time, and you can take your time to care for your pool properly. Here are some things to do when spring cleaning your pool.
Clean Off the Cover
You’ve probably covered your pool during the winter. Spring is the time to clean the cover, take it off, and store it. Remove as many fallen leaves, twigs, or other debris from the cover as you can, then carefully take it off. Be careful not to let debris fall into the water. Then hose the cover down to get rid of any remaining dirt. Let it dry in the sun, roll it up, and put it away.
Clean the Pool
If there’s any debris in the pool, now’s the time to remove it. This is usually done with a skimmer or a pool vacuum. If there’s algae on the sides of the pool or the steps, scrub it off. If grime has built up, have a professional clean it.
Check the Equipment
You’ll need to make sure the pump and the filter are working and undamaged. You might want to call in a pool professional to check this equipment if you’re not quite sure what to look for. The pool professional might replace the filter’s cartridge or backwash it. This is when the flow of water in the filter is reversed to flush out dirty water and sand.
Shock the Pool
Shocking the pool water is just adding chlorine to it to kill bacteria and algae. This is another reason why you’ll want to clean your pool in the spring. When you shock the water, you can’t jump into it immediately, as the excess chlorine needs time to evaporate. After this, a pool professional should check the pH of the water. This makes sure that it’s not too acidic or too alkaline. If the pH needs to be corrected, the professional has the tools and skills to do it.
Arrange for Weekly Service
Ideally, professionals should come to check the pool regularly during the spring and then once a week during the pool season. They’ll make sure the filter is clean, the pH is where it needs to be, and debris is removed from the water.
Contact Us to Learn More About Pool Spring Cleaning
Spring is the ideal time to prepare your pool for the summer. To make sure your pool is clean and ready for the pool season, get in touch with our experts at S&R Pool & Spa of Hillsborough, New Jersey.