FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: I know it would
be a lot more convenient to have a pool service but isn’t it expensive?
A: To the contrary, basic “Chemical
Only” service usually starts at just $55 per month*.
Q: At times our kids complain about their eyes burning
and the fact that the water smells like chlorine?
A: Most pool owners use chlorine to sanitize their pool. Sometimes
however chlorine can combine with ammonia and nitrogen-based organics primarily from swimmer waste and form chloramines ,
which can impede water clarity, cause eye irritation, and cause “smelly” water. The solution is to keep a safe
level (2.0-4.0 ppm) of FREE Available Chlorine, ie; chlorine that is NOT combined.into chloramines. This is most easily accomplished
by using a chlorine-free “shock” at a rate of 1# per 10,000 gallons of water. “Shocking” your pool
should be done regularly, especially during heavy use.
Q: The water in my pool always seems to be cloudy. I can see
the bottom but it just doesn’t seem to sparkle?
A: There are many possible causes for “cloudy” water.
Some of the likely causes are: High levels of chloramines as described above; Dirty or clogged pool filter; Insufficient filter
run-time; Algae growth. Sand, Cartridge, and D.E. filters have different levels of efficiency and require varying levels of
maintenance. We recommend a regular cleaning schedule for all pool filters. This schedule will vary by filter type and manufacturer
directions, but a good rule of thumb for most pools is every 6 months or when filter pressures rises 6-8lbs. All filters must
“run” for enough time to keep your pool clear. Recommended Times are as follows: DAILY SAND- 12 hours CARTRIDGE-
10 hours D.E.- 8 hours
Q: What can I do about a persistent problem with yellow algae in my pool?
A: Yellow
algae can be a Very Difficult problem in some pools. Algaecides can often control but not eliminate the problem. The latest
technology suggests that removing Phosphates (the FOOD algae lives on) from the water on a regular basis can eliminate persistent
algae problems.
* Depending on pool size. See the services page for more details.
