Filtration

Adequate filtration is essential. The water passes through the filter, is cleaned and returns to the pool. The correct size of pump and filter is critical. The sand in the filter (if applicable) will need to be changed every 2 years although this time period may vary depending on the factors affecting your pool. Please contact your pool professional if you are unsure as they will also be able mto assist with this process.

Circulation

Water moves through your swimming pool, distributing chemicals in the water. The aim flow(s) should be aimed 30-45 degrees down. This will give you better chemical distribution and the water flow will not affect the performance of the pool cleaner.

Cleaning

Clean the pump, filter and skimmer baskets weekly (more often if it is windy and there are trees or sandy areas around your pool). The filter must be ‘backwashed’ for 3-5 minutes and ‘rinsed’ for 1 minute weekly. If you are using a non self cleaning Salt Chlorinator, clean the Chlorinator cell weekly. Also, clean the surface of the pool with the pool skim net when required.

Testing the Water

Test the water on a weekly basis and maintain the following levels:

Chlorine 1.5 -3.0ppm.
pH 7.0 -7.6 (ranges may vary depending on pool surface). Have the water analysed at an authorized pool shop ‘laboratory’ once a month. This will save you time and money in the long run.

Adding Pool Chemicals

Always add the correct chemicals in the correct quantities for safe, sparkling and algae-free water. When dissolving chemicals, NEVER add water to chemicals only add chemicals to water and DO NOT use a metal bucket when dissolving pool or spa chemicals.

Article Obtained From Zodiac Pools Systems: http://www.zodiacpoolsystems.com/News-And-Events/Pool-Articles/Caring-for-your-Pool.aspx

Will adding a swimming pool to your property add value to your home?

Some realtors say that swimming pools are an amenity that potential buyers may shy away from, while others argue that they are a necessity – especially when it comes to homes in upscale areas.

A recent study published by the National Association of Realtors maintains that in-ground swimming pool installations can increase the value of homes from 8 percent to as much as 15 percent. There are some variations by region. In the Southeast the increase in value ranges from 5 to 10 percent, while in the Southwest this ranges from 8 to 13 percent. In addition, in the northern areas, the increase in value range is an average of 6 percent.

References to: National Association of Realtors, National Center for Real Estate Research

Give us a call at: 786.592.7900 and we can help you increase the value of your property by building a pool for you.

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Keep your kids SAFE on this Summer, Summer means FUN, not worries.

In areas such as Kendall, Pinecrest, Miami Lakes, Coral Gables and Weston (Pembroke Pines) are a high percentage of pools at family homes, residential pools, making this high risk of children having fun in these pools without supervision often, of any kind.

In areas of Miami and Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Bal Harbour, Aventura, West Palm Beach, Doral, Hialeah, etc, where the area of hotels or condos is higher, those commercial pools usually there is supervision of parents or the condominium itself.

So today our Swimming Blog I recommend as a rule number one for you and your family is learning to swim.

Here is a information from Miami-Dade where you can get more information on swimming lessons.

Swimming Lessons
Miami-Dade County is surrounded by beaches, lakes, canals and pools.  The safety of our children is of utmost importance.  As such, for the past few years, I have had the pleasure to allocate money from my discretionary funds for free swimming lessons for the children of District 11 at the Tamiami Park Pool.  I will once again be allocating these funds to promote this cause.

Tamiami Park is located at 11201 S.W 24 Street. If you would like more information on swimming lessons, call (305) 223-7077.

Some of us are lucky enough to have a pool. If you are even luckier, you get to enjoy that pool year round. But then, pool maintenance never takes a break.

Follow these pool maintenance tips to ensure that your pool is pristine:

Daily Pool Care

* Test Pool Water for Sanitizer Level

Make certain alkalinity and pH are in balance. Unbalanced pools can affect water clarity, damage pool equipment, cause erosion and even alter water chemistry.

* Add Chlorine or Bromine
Sanitizing your pool is like sterilizing your pool. This kills bacteria, algae and any other living forms in the water. Almost all swimming pools in the United States are disinfected by chlorine or bromine in one form or another.

For more tips or for a professional consultation about all concern to your residential or commercial pools, if you are located in Miami, Ft Lauderdale, Aventura, Brickell, Doral or Miami Beach, give us a call at 305-592-7900 or write us an email

Early Algae Growth - in most cases cloudy pool water is simply a sign of the earliest form of algae growth. Make sure you take action immediately at the first signs of cloudy pool water because algae can take over your pool very fast, sometimes in as little as 24 hours!

Tips for identifying why the pool water has turned cloudy

Use the following tips to help identifying why the pool water has turned cloudy

Insufficient Filtration Not Enough Sanitizer

Insufficient Circulation

Breach in Filter Media Conditioner Level Too High

High pH Level

If the pH is too highHigh Calcium Hardness

Identifying why swimming pool water gets cloudy can sometimes get complicated. If following the tips above doesn’t solve the problem, consider calling us!

We are Rosmel Pools, your local swimming pool professional for assistance.

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