With summer heat in full swing, your pool will behave differently than it does in cooler conditions.
- (Submitted by Dan Dietrich)
First off, algae growth becomes more common with warmer temperatures, storms that bring wind and rain and heavier usage. Most algae can be prevented with good chemistry and longer filter run times. We highly recommend a monthly dose of phosphate remover.
Let’s talk about mustard algae. It often starts as one or two small spots but can very quickly—within a week—turn your pool into what looks like pea soup. This algae is resistant to chlorine. You will need a strong algaecide and phosphate remover. Please feel free to contact us if you think you have this algae.
When using the pool (which we hope you do), remember to hydrate. Although you’re in the water, you can become dehydrated very quickly. Please be safe when enjoying your pool and let’s keep our pets out of the pool. Yes, it’s very cute to see them in the water, but it can be very hard on your pool system. Remember that even a small dog, like a Chihuahua, can have the same impact as ten people in the pool.
If you do allow pets in the pool, please rinse them off afterward, as chlorine can dry their skin.
- (Submitted by Dan Dietrich)
- (Submitted by Dan Dietrich)
So, let’s enjoy our pools this summer—but let’s do it safely.
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