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Gain Peace of Mind with Our Free Water Testing, Instead of Just Hoping the Water is Safe
Challenges of Pool Water Balancing
It might seem like regular swimming pool water testing isn’t needed. However, if you have ever struggled to balance your pool water as you frustratingly looked at a cloudy or even green condition, you know how tricky it can be to get it balanced and the right combination and quantity of chemicals introduced. If you go the typical trial-and-error method, you can experience unsatisfactory results and have spent more on chemicals than was necessary.
Revitalize Your Pool
If your family is looking at you with sad eyes because they want to swim, but the water isn’t looking very inviting, let us help with swimming pool water testing and quality chemicals to make it crystal clear and ready for them to dive right in! We are here to answer any questions you may have about how to get the most enjoyment from your pool this summer. We also have the equipment and supplies you might need and provide cleaning and repair services should you require them.
FAQs About Swimming Pool Water Testing
One of the many services we offer here at Baker Pool & Spa is pool water testing, which is a vital step in making sure your water remains clean and safe for swimming. Below, our team has put together the answers to a few of our most frequently asked questions on this subject to help you get a better idea of why swimming pool water testing matters and how to do it.
Why is swimming pool water testing important?
How do I test my pool water?
What should I do if my pool water tests poorly?
Comprehensive Pool Water Testing: From Chlorine to Total Dissolved Solids and Why They Matter
Free & Total Chlorine
If your chlorine level is too low you may get algae and bacteria growth. However, if it’s too high you may get staining. Plus, you will be spending more money than necessary on chlorine.
Total Alkalinity
Low alkalinity can cause rapid deterioration of some types of pool surfaces and fittings or even lead to metal stains. High alkalinity can also cause stains and may lead to scale build-up, which can impact the efficiency of your pool equipment.
Calcium
When the calcium hardness is too low the water becomes corrosive, which may lead to staining and etching of your pool’s finish. It will also wear down and damage your equipment and metal fittings which may cause your pool equipment to run inefficiently.
Phosphates
Salt Levels
Total Dissolved Solids
pH
When your pH is low it means your pool water is too acidic. This can cause burning eyes and skin irritation, and, is corrosive to your pool finish and equipment. High pH can also cause skin and eye irritation, and causes your chemicals to be less effective.
Stabilizer (CYA)
Low stabilizer levels will cause your pool to use more chlorine than necessary which costs you money! High stabilizer levels can lead to stains or spot etching of your pool’s finish.
Metals
Pool water, equipment and surfaces can become discolored due to contamination, sunlight and the presence of metals in pool water. Metals are often introduced into the water via source water, equipment (corrosion of heater parts), pool chemicals or other pool devices.
Optimizer (Borates)
Free & Total Chlorine
If your chlorine level is too low you may get algae and bacteria growth. However, if it’s too high you may get staining. Plus, you will be spending more money than necessary on chlorine.