We recommend that a water sample be brought in about once a month for routine testing & analysis. Water samples should also be brought in at pool opening & closing. Many customers bring in samples weekly, just to be sure. Its FREE, so why not?! Q. My water is cloudy, why?
A. Cloudy water is caused my many things & is an indicator of other pool issues such as: high pH or Total Alkalinity high Calcium Hardness (especially true for regular users of calcium hypochlorite in mid-season as the water warms) early algae growth improper filtration improper circulation unfilterable matter such as suntan lotion, body oils, urine, etc., need to be oxidized from the water. Chlorinated/brominated pools need to be shocked at least every 2 weeks. Softswim® pools, every 3 – 4 weeks. Be sure to bring in a 1 qt Water Sample for Testing & Analysis. Prevention is normally the solution!
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