Getting your swimming pool ready for spring
While you might be ready to dive in, is your swimming pool ready for spring?
Here at Sunsetter Pools & Spas we know getting your swimming pool ready for spring is about more than just pulling back the covering and removing a few leaves, it’s about preparing for the fun months ahead.
A little effort now to have that swimming pool ready for spring means more time enjoying Melbourne’s sunny days beneath the water when they finally arrive. Before you start wistfully thinking about those lazy relaxing days ahead, now is the perfect time to breathe new life into your swimming pool. Here’s how to do it.
Start with the basics
If you have had your pool covered up during the harshness of winter, now is the time to take the cover off and ensure it’s clean before you store it away for the warm months ahead. While you’re at it, sweep around the pool area and trim back any plants that have gone wild over the cooler months. Melbourne’s unpredictable weather can bring sudden gusts of wind, so keeping the space neat helps reduce the chance of debris falling into your water.
Check your water levels and equipment
Over winter, water often evaporates, so now is the time to top up the pool until it’s about halfway up the skimmer opening. Before you switch on your pump and filter, take a moment to inspect everything including pumps, heaters and filters. Melbourne’s cool, damp winters can cause potential wear and tear to equipment and surrounds, so it’s worth checking everything now before you dive in later.
Time to clean the pool
Remove all leaves and other debris before you give the pool a really good scrub to remove the build-up of any algae. Give the pool a good vacuum as well. Now is also a really opportunity to check any pool accessories or toys to ensure they are in good working order.
Test the pool water
If the pool has been dormant for months, the water needs to be tested. Melbourne’s winter weather and of course rain can change the balance of your pool water. Check all the required chemical levels and if in doubt about anything, check in with the team at Sunsetter Pools & Spas.
With these steps taken care of, you’ll be ready for long afternoons and family fun in the pool. For more tips and advice, talk to the team here at Sunsetter Pools & Spas.