No one will want to swim in a dirty pool, whether it’s privately owned or otherwise. The risks of diarrhea, rashes, pneumonia, or eye irritation are reasons pools should be properly cleaned. Surface cleaning, brushing, vacuuming, testing, and adjusting chlorine levels are the steps to effective pool cleaning, which we will be talking about in this article.

Pool Cleaning Surface level

Remove debris from the pool’s surface using a pool skimmer. Additionally, install the weir door when using the skimmer, so the weir door traps all the debris when the pump stops. The skimmer is the first line of defense in pool service and maintenance.  You can manually use a leaf net to remove leaves floating on the water. A leaf net is a simple and effective tool every pool owner should have.

Brush the pool walls and floor.

The pool brush is the least yet most important tool in cleaning a pool. The pool brush is a pool cleaner. To clean the pool wall, use a brush and employ the foot method to remove algae, as algae develop from spores on the plaster. The pool brush, when used, will brush the spores out of the porous wall and into the body of water, where chlorine can kill them. Keep the pool clean by brushing the pool walls weekly. See the video on how to brush the wall and floor of the pool. 

Vacuum the pool floor

To vacuum your pool, you’ll need a vacuum head, pole, vacuum hose, and vacuum plate. The hose has two ends: a rotating end that attaches to the vacuum head and a stationary end that connects to the vacuum plate. Attach the pole to the vacuum head and throw the hose with the plate into the pool to prime it. Once primed, remove the plate and hook it into the skimmer. After vacuuming, turn off the pump and remove the vacuum from the water. See this video to vacuum properly. 

Test and Adjust Chlorine Level

Chlorine is a powerful disinfectant that protects your pool from harmful microorganisms. After cleaning the pool, test the pH level by using of pH measurement. Consider using Hach’s portable pH meters, which are accurate, convenient, and reliable. If the level is below 1 ppm, chlorine should be added. The Chlorine safe level is within the range of 1.0 to 3.0 ppm. Wait 4 hours or let it sit overnight, depending on the type of chlorine used, before using the pool. 

Conclusion

For effective pool cleaning, it is important to clean your pool’s floor, walls, and surfaces regularly in order to prevent contamination of the pool water and extensive damage to the structure. A clean pool is inviting and enjoyable to swim in, however, maintenance can be difficult when done incorrectly. With the above steps, cleaning your pools will be hassle-free, and results will be achieved. See our article on how to prevent pool contamination.