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Proper pool maintenance is essential to keeping your water clean, safe, and inviting all season long. Regular maintenance involves checking and balancing the water chemistry—including chlorine, pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness—to prevent algae growth, cloudy water, and equipment damage. Skimming the surface daily, vacuuming the pool weekly, and brushing the walls and tile line help remove debris and prevent buildup. It’s also important to clean the skimmer and pump baskets, backwash or clean your filter as needed, and ensure your pool pump is running for an appropriate number of hours each day. For saltwater pools, maintaining the salt cell and checking salt levels is key. Consistent care not only protects your investment but also ensures your pool is always ready for use. A professional service can help manage tasks if you prefer a more hands-off approach. 

Water Chemistry

• Test and balance chlorine or sanitizer levels
   
• Check and adjust pH (ideal range: 7.2–7.6)
   
• Check and adjust total alkalinity (80–120 ppm)
   
• Check and adjust calcium hardness (200–400 ppm)
   
• For saltwater pools: check salt level (as per manufacturer)
   

Cleaning

• Skim debris from the surface
   
• Vacuum the pool (manual or robotic)
   
• Brush walls, steps, and tile line
   
• Empty skimmer and pump baskets
   

Equipment Check

• Inspect pool pump and filter for proper operation
   
• Confirm pump run time (typically 8–12 hours/day)
   
• Check water level and adjust if necessary
   

• Test and adjust cyanuric acid (stabilizer)
   
• Inspect filter (clean cartridge or backwash sand/DE filter)
   
• Check for leaks, cracks, or wear in plumbing and equipment
   
• Examine pool lights and fixtures
   
• Inspect and clean salt cell (for saltwater pools)
   
• Lubricate O-rings and seals if needed
   
• Review automation systems or timers for accuracy