Not every swimming pool needs exactly the same level of care as a pool that is used most afternoons, sits beneath a few large gum trees and gets plenty of summer sun is going to need more attention than a quieter backyard pool that is covered for much of the year. It sounds obvious but it is something homeowners can easily overlook.
So, when it comes to pool servicing in Adelaide, is weekly or monthly maintenance the better option? The answer depends on your pool, your routine and what is happening around it.
When weekly pool servicing makes sense
For many busy family pools, weekly servicing is the safer option. If the pool gets regular use, swimmers are constantly introducing sunscreen, oils and other contaminants into the water. Add Adelaide’s hot summer weather and your pool chemistry can shift fairly quickly.
Then there are the trees – if your backyard has established gum trees, palms or other leafy plants nearby, you’ll probably notice more leaves, blossoms and general debris finding their way into the water. A few leaves are harmless enough but when organic matter sits in the pool, it can affect water quality and put extra pressure on your filtration system.
Regular pool maintenance helps keep on top of those smaller problems before they become bigger ones. Weekly servicing is also worth considering if you have a pool that is difficult to keep balanced, has high bather loads or simply gets a lot of use.
What about monthly servicing?
Monthly servicing can work well for pools that are relatively low maintenance. Perhaps you use the pool occasionally, have few trees nearby and feel comfortable handling simple tasks such as checking the chlorine, skimming the surface and cleaning the basket between professional visits.
A professional visit each month can then provide a more thorough check of the water chemistry, equipment and overall condition. That said, monthly servicing does not mean the pool can be ignored for four weeks.
You’ll still need to keep an eye on the water between visits, particularly after heavy rain, a heatwave or a weekend when half the neighbourhood seems to have been swimming.
Adelaide’s seasons matter
Pool care can change throughout the year – during an Adelaide summer, higher temperatures, stronger sunlight and increased swimming can all place extra demand on your pool. Water evaporates faster, chlorine can be consumed more quickly and the pool is generally working harder.
Winter is different because you may use the pool far less, but leaves, rain and changing weather can still affect the water. Spring can bring its own surprise, especially if your backyard has plenty of established vegetation. A pool can go from looking fairly clean to having a layer of debris on the surface surprisingly quickly.
Look at the whole picture
There is no magic rule requiring every Adelaide pool to receive professional servicing every seven days or once a month. Consider how often you use the pool, what surrounds it, how much time you have for maintenance, and how quickly the water changes.
If you are constantly correcting cloudy water or adjusting chemicals, that is usually a sign that your current routine needs a rethink. For reliable pool servicing, Adelaide Pool Mart can help you work out a maintenance schedule that suits your pool rather than simply following a one-size-fits-all routine.
Sometimes weekly is the right answer. Sometimes monthly is perfectly adequate. And for many pools, the best approach sits somewhere in between.
Contact us today at (08) 8431 9199 or visit our store at Shop 2, 443 Magill Rd, St Morris SA 5068. Let’s make your pool dreams come true.
