Having a pool in the tropics is almost a necessity, and they
can provide plenty of fun and relaxation for everyone, but they
also need care and attention to keep them looking good. A pool is a big
investment, and uses advanced machinery and technology to perform
it's function as a safe place to swim - in order to keep it
operating properly and safely it needs regular maintenance.
If you are not sure how to clean a pool then perhaps you should
get a professional like Steve's Pool Services to help, but
if you decide to look after your pool yourself then make sure
you are familiar with all the necessary maintenance procedures,
and carry them out regularly. The following is a list of the basic
tasks you should carry out even if you do have your pool professionally
serviced;
Check the water level every few days, especially in the
dry season,
Empty the skimmer basket on a daily basis,
If yours is a chlorine pool, add the correct amount to the pool
every afternoon.
If you do not have a professional pool technician like Steve's
Pool Services looking after your pool, then you will need to add
a few more tasks to the list;
Test the water or take a sample to a pool shop for analysis at
least every two weeks,
Empty the pump basket every week and after vacuuming,
Check the filter pressure weekly and after vacuuming, and
clean it as necessary,
Check the chlorinator cell weekly, and clean as necessary
Check that the chlorinator control unit is functioning correctly
Check the pump to ensure it is operating to full capacity
Check all plumbing and fittings for water leaks
Vacuum the pool as required
Of course, if you had Steve's Pool Services looking after
your pool, then all the above would be checked on every
visit, and knowing that a professional watch is being kept on
your investment means that you can simply sit back and enjoy it!
