Autumn Pool Maintenance Tips

 With the Autumn Equinox coming around soon, it's going to be that time of the year when everything's beautiful and slow. While you'd love to sit in your backyard and sip tea gazing at the autumn hues, your backyard pool will need your attention. This guides common pool maintenance problems in the fall season and how to deal with them.

1. Leaves & Pool

The falling leaves in autumn are debris that can clog your pool filter and cause algal growth. If the leaves sink to the pool floor, they can leave unsightly stains. Clean your pool regularly to remove fallen leaves.

2. Chlorine and pH checks

Pool water in autumn does not require the same chlorine level as during summers. With the reduction in evaporation and less frequent use of the pool, the water is better able to retain its chlorine. Therefore, make regular chlorine and pH checks to ensure your pool has the correct chemical balance. (Maintain your pool pH at 7-7.6). Cold water temperatures do not allow algae to breed, but the pool water can still contain bacteria. As soon as warmer temperatures arrive, the algae will quickly reproduce. Therefore, maintaining pool sanitation even when it is not being used is a must.

3. Pool filtration

More pool debris means your pool filter has to work more efficiently. Consult your pool contractor to check the filter in your outdoor pool. A sand filter needs backwashing for cleaning, while a cartridge filter needs to be replaced. Since your pool use might lessen during fall, you can reduce your pump duration. Run it for at least 4 hours each day. Make regular filter and pump checks to ensure adequate pool filtration and circulation.

4. Pool cover

While using skimmers and pool brooms can help keep the pool clean, the best way is to install a pool cover. This will reduce your effort and prevent the accumulation of debris in your backyard pool. A pool cover will also provide safety and minimize accident risks.  

To prepare for the fall season this year, here's a list of some pool accessories you'll require.

● Pool broom: helps to remove debris from the pool surface

● Chemical floater: slowly releases chemicals into the pool water, thereby decreasing the onset of bacterial growth

● Pool vacuum cleaner: helps remove algae and stains from pool walls and floor

● Filter cartridge cleaner: keeps the pool filtered and clean

● Algaecide: will increase your pool longevity by reducing algal growth

You should also check if you need to winterize your pool.

Fall time is a good time of the year to get your pool renovation done. You'll get cheaper services and will be able to find the best pool builders. If you're looking for a pool builder in Leesburg or South Riding, you can contact Perfect Pools. It is a well-known company with a reliable team of swimming pool designers and landscape architects. You can look at their services here and contact them for any of your queries.