Swimming pool maintenance tips

Apr 16, 2016 | hot tub and spa, swimming pool service

Tipton Pools contractors, serving Knoxville, TN pool owners offer pool maintenance tips

Owning a swimming pool or spa can be confusing when it comes to upkeep and maintenance and that’s why many pool owners in Knoxville, Tennessee work with swimming pool service contractors from Tipton Pools. Pool contractors provide service and maintenance following the swimming pool or spa installation to keep it in great working order and to keep the water clean, clear, bacteria-free and always swimmable.

Here are tips for spa and swimming pool maintenance and upkeep:

  1. Invest in a pool cover. A cover reduces your overall maintenance, saving on chemical use and heating costs. A cover reduces evaporation and can also act as an additional safety barrier to keep children and pets from falling into the water.If you don’t have a retractable cover you will need somewhere to store it when you’re enjoying the water.pool service
  2. Your pool contractor will write the operating pressure on your swimming pool filter and he will note it after the installation of a new filter or after having cleaned the old one.
  3. All manuals, warranty information and operating instructions should be in an easily accessible location.
  4. The correct way to vacuum the pool between pool service visits is to work slowly around the pool or spa. Work down the walls and along the floor. Take your time because if you move quickly you will simply stir up the dirt, making it harder to remove. Ask us for advice on how to connect and disconnect the vacuum so you have proper pressure for the task.
  5. Ask us about installing the pool skimmer on the downwind side of your swimming pool; this location means the wind will help push debris toward the opening and cut down on cleaning time.
  6. If you’re adding chemicals between service visits, add them a little at a time – this is especially true when it comes to balancing the chemicals in a spa.

If you’re a do it yourselfer and want to take on your pool maintenance and upkeep, we say go for it! If you need additional help or pool service on an occasional basis, most pool contractors provide that as an option in addition to offering weekly maintenance and service programs.