Brandon / Mississippi / United States
9 Ways To Save Money 1. Once a week take the time to properly check PH (should be approximately 7.2-7.8) and Alkalinity (80ppm-140ppm) . It only takes a few minutes. Ph and Alkalinity can destroy pump seals and O-rings leading to costly repairs 2. Adjust calcium hardness levels at least twice a year to ensure that your investment is not destroyed by lack of calcium. 3.Salt water pools also require water chemistry to be checked. Failing to check the chemistry of a salt water pool can lead to costly repairs. Hint: Consider adding a sacrificial zinc anode to your equipment to decrease corrosion. 4. Keep Chlorine at proper levels of 1ppm-3ppm. This will prevent your gorgeous pool from turning swamp green in a matter of days. 5. Empty pump and skimmer baskets regularly, even in summer. 6. Check Phosphate levels because phosphates will consume all available chlorine. 7. Remove acorns and leaves are not your friends so as to avoid stains. 8. Running your pool cleaner for 2-3 hours daily is usually all that is needed and recommend by the manufacture. 9. Install energy efficient pool pumps. Today s pumps can cut cost energy consumption down by 92% a year on power.
