How to Keep Your Pool Cool and Inviting this Summer

There is nothing better than jumping into a cool and inviting swimming pool on a hot summer day. So you want to be sure you keep your swimming pool looking great this summer so your residents and their friends can enjoy it during the entire season. So here are a few tips from the certified pool operators here at Building Maintenance Management. You can call us any time you need commercial pool maintenance in Minneapolis and the surrounding areas.

Make sure you regularly skim the pool’s surface and clean the baskets. Do these tasks every couple of days to ensure that scum and sludge do not build up on the bottom of the pool. It can also help increase the pool’s circulation ability and lower the amount of chlorine it demands.

Once a week, vacuum the pool and brush the tiles and walls. This helps to keep the pool looking nice and clear while reducing the amount of chemicals it needs.

Keeping the pool filter clean is another important aspect of maintaining your swimming pool. It should be cleaned periodically, but you are going to want to look at the filter itself to see how often the manufacturer recommends cleaning it. A bit of dirt on the filter is a good thing since that helps catch more of the dirt that is passing through, but the filter should definitely be cleaned when there is a lot of dirt in it.

It might surprise you, but the part of your pool that actually requires the least amount of maintenance is your pool heater. Just be sure you get it looked at by professionals every couple of years to make sure it’s running like it should be.

Be sure you check the water level of your pool regularly. Water evaporates or gets splashed out of the pool, so check water levels as you are skimming the surface. Use a hose to replenish the water levels if it’s needed. That way, there is less of a strain on the pump too.

Keep an eye on your pool’s pH level. You want to aim for about 7.2 to 7.8. That is the best range for safe swimming and it allows the pool chemicals to work the most effectively.

Be sure you shock the water on occasion too. Depending on your pool’s manual, this should be done about once a week. This helps with that distinctive chlorine smells that pools are known to give off.

We hope you learned some things about how to keep your pool nice and clear this summer, but if you need commercial pool maintenance in Minneapolis, call us at 763-541-4886 or you can Contact Us.