With warmer temperatures upon us, we're all spending more time outdoors! Warm weather means pool weather!!! If you have an in ground pool in Middle Tennessee, I bet you're anxious to take that pool cover off and start swimming!
Before you start swimming, Pool Masters has some tips on how to correctly open your swimming pool!
Obviously, the first thing you must do is remove the swimming pool cover. After your cover is put away and stored for the warm months, you need to add water - bringing the level up to its normal operating level.
Remove any freeze plugs and other items you might have installed to protect your pool against freezing. You should have had your pool filter cleaned thoroughly when you closed it or the winter. If not, do it now! Pool Masters can take care of all that for you!
When starting your filter system up, be sure to prime your pump before starting the motor. Also make sure to purge all the air from the plumbing and equipment. Check for any leaks! As long as you had a good solid cover on your pool, your water should be as clear as it was when you shut it down last season! If not, call Pool Masters of Nashville!
After cleaning your pool, it's time to check the water chemistry. If this isn't something you're comfortable with, Pool Masters specializes in pool maintenance. If you think you're up to the task here area few tips!
Before you begin, you will need to allow the water to circulate for at least 8-12 hours so that the new water that was added has time to mix with the current water in the pool. After that time has passed, test it thoroughly, then add the necessary chemicals in the proper sequence to balance the water chemistry.
It's a good idea to take a water sample to your local pool professional like Pool Masters to have it tested for pH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, etc.
And please, always follow the directions!
If you're ready to open your pool, but maybe you're like me and a little nervous with such large tasks, it might be a good idea to call Pool Masters! We offer service and repair for in-ground and above-ground pools, decks, and equipment in all of Middle Tennessee including Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin and more!
Give us a call today at 615-481-2685. As always, be sure to LIKE us on Facebook and visit us HERE to sign up for our special offers and coupons!
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