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Pool Tips

Some helpful pool tips now that we are in the peak season.  Number of things to keep your pool looking clear through the summer.  Clean your filter regularly. We clean our pool filters on a documented schedule. Cartridge filters clean every 2 weeks.  De filters backwash every 4 weeks.  Regularly cleaning filter keeps water flow at optimal, also any algae that does enter your pool can be filtered out and removed.  It is easier to prevent algae than removing it.  There a several products on the market that can be added regularly.  Also keep your skimmer and pump basket free from debris. Regularly vacuuming pool if there is visible debris as well.  Weekly brushing your entire pool.

We provide weekly pool service and document services that are done each week as well as chemical readings and chemicals that are added.  As a homeowner if you take time to do these as well if you decide you want to care for your own pool we would recommend keeping a log book as well. Keep in mind if you want your pool and equipment to last as long as possible avoiding unnecessary equipment failure your pool chemistry is vitally important. Trust the experts to help you protect your investment. Visit us at seabreezepool.net

How does a salt system work?

The Salt chlorinator is installed close to the filter and pump location. There is a "cell" installed in the pool plumbing in the area by the pump and filter equipment. A power box is  installed on the wall of the home. When the pool or spa pump is running, pool water is sent through an inline cell and the salt in the pool water is converted into sodium hypo chloride. (chlorine or sanitizer) The sanitizer flows back to the body of the pool and the process continues over and over again. The power box or power supply is electrically connected to the inline cell and controls the amount of time and output of the pool sanitizer.Visit us at seabreezepool.net

Salt Systems Benefits

What we would like to discuss are the benefits of a salt system. One great benefit is a better swimming experience with no burning eyes or dry skin.  Water feels silky smooth and you can open eyes without burning in pool.  Also from a sanitation standpoint there is a more consistent type of chlorination.  Because of a consistent  way to sanitize there is generally no need to shock and fluctuation of levels.   Also no need to store chlorine jugs or tabs.Visit us at seabreezepool.net

Removing Swimming Pool algae

Pool Algae can frequently happen when warmer temperatures occur.  There are  several things that can be done to remove and prevent future out breaks of algae.  There are 3 types of algae that you will typically find in a pool Green algae, mustard algae and black algae.  Let us focus on green and mustard algae.  Both can be found together if chlorine levels are low.  It is best to treat green algae with shocking pool first with liquid chlorine or a dry chlorine that will dissolve quickly. Many dry chlorine products have stabilizer in them if your stabilizer levels are low.  Mustard algae can be resistant to just shocking the pool so it needs to be treated with a product for mustard algae and combined with shocking pool.  The products used in mustard algae enhance the chlorine in the pool and you will find a higher demand for chlorine.  If  you are able to it is recommend to check chlorine levels after a couple of days.  Filter cleaning is important in removing and preventing future algae outbreaks.  Especially cleaning after several days of treatment.  Increasing run times can speed up the process of clean up time.  Vacuuming and brushing pool prior to treatment is recommended along with proper water balance.Visit us at seabreezepool.net