Testing the water properly in above ground pools on a routine basis is vital to maintaining a healthy, sanitary swimming environment.
During hot summer months when pools get a lot of us, it is very important to test the water in your swimming pool to keep swimmers safe.
In regions that have seasonal weather changes, testing of pool water should be performed to check for water quality changes because of weather and temperature fluctuations.
Because of technology improvements, homeowners can now do a majority of the needed water maintenance on their own above ground pools, including the testing of pool water.
You can buy a dependable testing kit from your local pool supply store.
Be sure to follow the instructions on the kit, and if you have questions, ask a store associate for help.
To get a correct reading on your water sample, do not use water from the surface of your pool.
Instead, reach your arm way below the pool's surface to get a water sample.
For even more accurate results, collect the sample of water at the same time of day as your most recent collected sample.
It is much easier now for owners to keep their above ground pools chemically balanced than it was in the past.
Chemicals disinfect the water and keep it sanitary and ready to swim in! Chlorine or bromine can kill germs and algae that may be harmful to swimmers.
Pool supply stores will often offer free water testing and analysis, and will make specific advice for your pool's water based on the test results.
One you have tested your pool water, charts that are inside the test kit will register and display your water's pH balance.
The best pH level for pool water is between 7.
2 and 7.
6.
Keeping your water's pH at suggested levels will help the chemicals do a good job of disinfecting your pool, and will also keep ugly and unhealthy scale from forming on the sides of your pool.
Water chemistry differs with your geographical location, so don't listen to your friend's advice on what works for his pool.
Your swimming pool is unique and needs to have its results tested and analyzed independently.
If you are interested in alternatives to traditional chemicals, you might ask the pool supply store about ozonators.
Ozonators, which have been widely used in European pools for years, are only now gaining popularity in North America as an alternative for those who are sensitive to chemicals.
Ozone is an effective remover of sunscreen and body oils, and can also destroy cryptosporidium which can cause intestinal upset.
The pH of your pool will tell you which chemicals you need to add to maintain a 7.
2 to 7.
6 pH level.
Most pool supply stores are very willing to explain the benefits of specific chemicals and how they should be used in your pool.
Chemicals in liquid, powder or tablet forms are usually used in residential above ground pools.
When doing your own pool water testing, be sure to store chemicals and cleaners in a safe place away from children and pets.
Always check expiration dates on the containers, use protective gear and follow the manufacturers' guidelines.
During hot summer months when pools get a lot of us, it is very important to test the water in your swimming pool to keep swimmers safe.
In regions that have seasonal weather changes, testing of pool water should be performed to check for water quality changes because of weather and temperature fluctuations.
Because of technology improvements, homeowners can now do a majority of the needed water maintenance on their own above ground pools, including the testing of pool water.
You can buy a dependable testing kit from your local pool supply store.
Be sure to follow the instructions on the kit, and if you have questions, ask a store associate for help.
To get a correct reading on your water sample, do not use water from the surface of your pool.
Instead, reach your arm way below the pool's surface to get a water sample.
For even more accurate results, collect the sample of water at the same time of day as your most recent collected sample.
It is much easier now for owners to keep their above ground pools chemically balanced than it was in the past.
Chemicals disinfect the water and keep it sanitary and ready to swim in! Chlorine or bromine can kill germs and algae that may be harmful to swimmers.
Pool supply stores will often offer free water testing and analysis, and will make specific advice for your pool's water based on the test results.
One you have tested your pool water, charts that are inside the test kit will register and display your water's pH balance.
The best pH level for pool water is between 7.
2 and 7.
6.
Keeping your water's pH at suggested levels will help the chemicals do a good job of disinfecting your pool, and will also keep ugly and unhealthy scale from forming on the sides of your pool.
Water chemistry differs with your geographical location, so don't listen to your friend's advice on what works for his pool.
Your swimming pool is unique and needs to have its results tested and analyzed independently.
If you are interested in alternatives to traditional chemicals, you might ask the pool supply store about ozonators.
Ozonators, which have been widely used in European pools for years, are only now gaining popularity in North America as an alternative for those who are sensitive to chemicals.
Ozone is an effective remover of sunscreen and body oils, and can also destroy cryptosporidium which can cause intestinal upset.
The pH of your pool will tell you which chemicals you need to add to maintain a 7.
2 to 7.
6 pH level.
Most pool supply stores are very willing to explain the benefits of specific chemicals and how they should be used in your pool.
Chemicals in liquid, powder or tablet forms are usually used in residential above ground pools.
When doing your own pool water testing, be sure to store chemicals and cleaners in a safe place away from children and pets.
Always check expiration dates on the containers, use protective gear and follow the manufacturers' guidelines.