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Pool Maintenance: Monthly Maintenance

This monthly maintenance will easily increase the longevity, avoid health risks, and correct chemical balance in the water.

MaintainX

09/08/2022

Pool Maintenance: Monthly Maintenance

This monthly maintenance will easily increase the longevity, avoid health risks, and correct chemical balance in the water.

Test and Adjust Calcium Hardness Levels

Scaling, or water deposits, can appear on the pool walls and equipment when too much calcium is present in the water. When there is too little calcium, surface pitting is possible. The ideal range for calcium hardness levels is 200 to 400 ppm, with a minimum of 150 ppm.

Test for Total Dissolved Solids

Total dissolved solids (TDS) is the total of all solids dissolved in water. These solids are typically metals, minerals, and salts. Swimming pools should have a maximum of about 1,500 ppm TDS. However, it is recommended that pool water be maintained at 1,200 ppm.

Chemically Clean Filter

In addition to the weekly removal of filter debris, you should also chemically clean it monthly.

Check Pool Liner Integrity

If you have a vinyl pool liner, check for holes and tears. Make any necessary repairs to the liner as soon as possible.

Inspect All Safety Equipment

Inspect ladders, handrails, diving boards, and other pool equipment to make sure that bolts are tight. If anything seems loose or if parts of the equipment are deteriorating, repair or replace them immediately. It’s also a good idea to make sure that your pool gate latch still works properly. Guest safety is a top priority!

Check Motor and Pump Seals

Check to make sure that seals on the pool’s motor and pump are properly secured.

Source: MaintainX (Community Member)