How To Maintain A Swimming Pool in Summer

Now that summer has arrived again, you will likely be spending hot weekend days lounging around the pool and even throwing pool parties for friends and family. However, warm weather and increased usage will require you to adjust your pool maintenance routine. Staying on top of pool maintenance will help to ensure that your pool is clean and inviting whenever you want to use it this summer. To help you stay on top of things, here is a quick look at steps that you can take to keep your pool clean this summer. 

Adjust How Much Chlorine You Add

During summer, it is likely that you will have to adjust the amount of chlorine you add to your pool. High use can throw off the chemicals in your pool, and you will need to test the chlorine levels regularly to make sure that they are safe and will keep your pool clean. One thing many pool owners are surprised to learn is that they also need to use more chlorine in the summer because there are more daylight hours. Chlorine breaks down quickly when exposed to sunlight, so you will likely find yourself using more chlorine in the summer to compensate for more sun exposure.

Maintain The pH Level 

In addition to keeping your pool properly chlorinated, you will also want to make sure that you maintain a safe pH level in your pool in order to create a safe environment for swimming. In order to ensure that your pool water is safe and does not cause injuries, you should keep the pH between 7.2 and 7.8. You can easily check the pH level in your pool with testing strips that you can find online, at a hardware store, or at your local pool supply store. They will also have chemicals you can purchase that will allow you to raise or lower the pH level as needed.

Hire a Pool Service

Of course, keeping the chemicals balanced in your pool is a complex process, and at times, it may feel as though you are constantly fighting to keep the chemical levels in your pool safe. If this is the case, you may want to consider hiring a professional pool service to maintain your pool this summer. A pool service can take care of all of the hard work for you, allowing you to sit back and enjoy your pool all summer long.