Administer Shock and Algaecide every two weeks . Even if you maintain the proper chlorine and pH levels in your swimming pool, the water may need a little boost to keep it clear and sparkling. Every two weeks you should shock or super-chlorinate your pool to kill any lingering bacteria or algae that may be…
Even though we think it’s nearly always summer in Australia, your pool has probably been used less over the winter months. Now that the hot weather is back, it is tempting just to grab the kids, dig out the pool toys and jump in. But even though the water looks clean, it’s important to take…
Skimming the pool’s surface by hand every few days is one of the fastest and easiest ways to keep your pool clean. Floating debris will eventually sink, becoming harder to remove. Use a long-handled net called a hand skimmer or leaf skimmer to remove leaves, bugs and other unwanted items. Skimming significantly increases the efficiency…
Check pool chemistry 1-2 times per week during the summer and once per 1-2 weeks in the winter. pH should be kept between 7.2 and 7.8 the lower the pH on this scale the less chlorine your pool will need. Why? Because as pH rises chlorine starts becoming less and less active therefor many consumers…
