If a pool is properly winterized, it can easily be reopened come swimming season. Most importantly, don't remove the pool cover until you've cleaned the area around the pool. Sweep or hose away debris to prevent it from getting into the pool. Next, use a garden hose to fill the pool to its normal water level. Reconnect everything that was disconnected. Water will need to flow through the circulation system, so open the skimmer line valve. Test the water for its pH level, then shock the pool. It'll take a week or more before the pool gets balanced and becomes swimmable. Leave the pump running 24 hours a day, and reduce the run by only an hour or two each day until the water is balanced.
The price of a pool depends on several factor. Do you want fountains? What about vinyl liners? Do you prefer stamped concrete? What size of pool do you want, and what type of amenities would you like? Each pool is custom made to order, and is based on your exact specification. It's best to give us a call for a free consultation to determine how much your pool will cost.
Yes, we can certainly help winterize your pool and then open it for the season. Give us a call to learn more about how we can help. It's best to schedule in advance so we can be sure to cover all your needs before the start of winter.
Organic contaminants like ammonia or nitrogen build up in a pool over time. Massive amounts of such contaminants can interact with a pool's chlorine to form chloramines, which give off that potent chlorine smell that many people associate with pools. To get rid of this harsh odor, it's necessary to superchlorinate -- or shock -- pool water back to normal chlorine levels. While it may seem counterintuitive, adding a large amount of chlorine to a pool can make the undesired odor go away. Some pools should be shocked once a week, while others can go a significantly longer time. Follow manufacturers' instructions before superchlorinating your pool to get the best results.
Pool water should be tested regularly to make sure it's clean and healthy. The pH scale is a measurement of acidity or alkalinity that runs from 0 to 14. A reading between 7.2 and 7.8 is ideal; this range is safe for swimmers and helps sanitizers work at top efficiency.
You can monitor your pool's pH level with a testing kit. There are many kinds of testing kits available; however, most homeowner versions are either reagent kits or test-strips. Reagent kits aren't too difficult to use. You take a sample of pool water, then add liquids or tablets to it. The water changes color, indicating its chemical balance. Test-strips work differently. When you submerge them in the pool for a few seconds, dyes they contain cause them to change color. Next, match up the strip to a color chart to determine the pool's pH level. Use this information to gauge what kind and how much of the chemicals your pool needs.
Yes, when we install your pool, we take care of everything from start to finish. This includes concrete, electrical and cleanup. If there is something in particular that you need with your new pool installation, please let us know. We will most likely be able to take care of that too.
Yes, all of our Latham pools, vinyl liners, safety covers and pool steps and spa come with a Manufacturers warranty. Get the peace of mind you deserve.
Yes, we can provide and install safety covers for your pool. They are a great option to help mitigate risk, especially if you do not have a fence. They also help reduce maintenance by keeping out debris from trees and outdoor elements. We offer great rates and provide safety covers even if we did not install your pool.
