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Your Type Of Pool Filter?

January 4, 2021 By Mel Wolfe

All swimming pools are not created equal. You need to know your pool. Pool owner mistakes are caused by insufficient knowledge of pool equipment. This is one main reason why hiring a pool service is best to properly maintain your pool. With that said, there are three main types of pool filters (sand filter, cartridge filter, and diatomaceous earth filter or DE). Let’s explore each type.

  • Sand Filter – This type of filter uses special sand. Sand filters can remove particles up to 20 microns. They typically last between 5 – 10 years. This is the oldest form of filtration for swimming pools. Sand filters clean by letting water flow into the filter and pass through the sand. Debris then gets stuck in the sand and then allows the clean filtered water back into the pool. It is important to note that this type of pool filtration system requires regular maintenance.
  • Cartridge Filter – Instead of using sand, this type of filter uses a fibrous element which water passes through. The maintenance for cartridge filters is less than sand filters. They are very similar to the air filters used in your car. Cartridge filters can typically trap debris up to 10 microns. This type of pool filter usually lasts between 1-3 years before needing to be replaced. These are commonly used in above ground swimming pools.
  • Diatomaceous Earth Filter (DE) – This type of filter cleans by passing water through a thin layer of DE that is coated onto a grid. Like sand filters, DE filters require backwashing to remove debris from the filter itself. This is usually completed annually. Older DE filters may require more frequent backwashing.

Pool filter maintenance depends on your filter type. It is important to know what type of pool filtration you have. Swimming pool filters are often called the kidneys of pool equipment. They need to be maintained on a regular basis. Contact a reliable pool service company if pool maintenance seems challenging.

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Swimming Pool Safety

June 30, 2020 By Mel Wolfe

Swimming pools are great for family fun. With all that fun, comes a downside. Big responsibilities come with being a swimming pool owner. Pool safety is a must when it comes to friends and family swimming in your pool. There is much more to it than pool covers, alarms, and gates. Adults should always be home when children are swimming in the pool. Owners should follow a set of safety rules to in order to swim safely.

  1. Teach your kids how to swim. Immediately. – Start swim lessons as an infant. Mommy and me classes are a great asset that many Red Cross programs include.
  2. Never leave a child unattended in or near water. – Always watch them when they are in the water without distraction. Even if they know how to swim. Kids get tired quickly when swimming.
  3. Watch out for pool drains. – Teach kids to stay away from swimming pool drains. Children’s hair, limbs, clothing, etc. can get stuck in drains. Make sure your drain covers are not broken or damaged.
  4. Have proper barriers. – Install alarms, fences, gates, safety pool covers in and around your pool. Teach children to never climb a gate or a fence.
  5. Have every adult be CPR certified. – Get certified on CPR for all age groups not just infants and children. Bystanders are the first to aid a drowning victim. CPR classes are available through many hospitals, community centers, or by contacting the American Red Cross.

Pool safety facts to swim safely:

  • Drowning is usually silent. – It can be light splashing, waving, or screaming.
  • It’s Your Responsibility. – Watching a child in the pool is your responsibility if you are the homeowner.
  • Drowning is quick. – Once active drowning begins, you have less than 1 minute to react.
  • Swim lessons are essential. – Skill levels do vary. Make sure everyone in your household finishes a Red Cross swim program.

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Pool Maintenance Tips & Tricks

June 15, 2020 By Mel Wolfe

Having a swimming pool in your back yard brings a ton of enjoyment, relaxation, and quality family time. Unfortunately, the fun comes at a price. One crucial element of pool ownership is maintenance. You cannot have fun without pool maintenance. Besides being unsightly, A dirty pool can be a breeding ground for harmful bacteria. Below are 7 swimming pool maintenance tips to keep you happily swimming all year long.

POOL MAINTENANCE TIPS & TRICKS

  1. Check Pool Chemistry

    You should check your pool chemicals 2x a week. Testing your pool water is simple. Testing kits are readily available from your local pool store or online. Improperly balanced water looks murky, irritates skin & eyes, and can cause your pool to become a breeding ground for bacteria.
    pH should be between 7.2 – 7.6
    Alkalinity 100 -120 ppm
    Total Hardness 200 – 400 ppm
    Cyanuric Acid 30 – 50 ppm
    Free Chlorine 1.0 -1.5 ppm

  2. Skimming & Scrubbing

    Skim the top of the pool surface as well as rinse out the skimmer basket(s). Skimming should be done daily in order to keep unwanted debris out of the pool (leaves, grass, mulch, etc.). Along with skimming, you need to scrub. Scrub your pool tiles to prevent algae buildup.

  3. Clean Pool Filters

    Pool filters are the “kidneys” of your swimming pool. Clean your pool filters regularly or as needed. They should also be cleaned after a heavy storm.

  4. Keep An Eye On Your Water Level

    Your pool water level should not be too high or too low. Water levels will naturally fluctuate after a heavy rainstorm or an afternoon of kids doing cannonballs. Your pool water should be right at the center level of your pool skimmer for best results. If the water is too low it can run the pump dry and burn it up. If the water is too high your skimmer door will not work properly.

  5. Tennis Balls Are Great For Your Pool

    Use a tennis ball to absorb oils, sunscreens, hair product etc. Just simply toss a tennis ball into your pool and let it do the work. Tennis ball fibers help reduce that slick sheen on top of your pool water.

  6. Shock Your Pool

    Don’t be afraid to shock your pool if it looks like it needs it. Did you just have a pool party or did your dogs swim in your pool? Is your pool murky and clouded? That is bacteria that you will want to get rid of as soon as possible. Shocking drastically raises the chlorine levels for a short period of time to kill bacteria.

  7. Power Wash Your Pool Deck

    Pressure washing will help get rid of any rust or weather stains that occur over time. The area that surrounds your pool is as important as your pool itself. A dirty pool deck means a dirty pool. Dirty pool decks track dirt, algae spores, & bacteria right into the pool.

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