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How Often Should You Service Your Pool? A Practical Maintenance Guide

Having a pool is one of the best ways to enjoy Adelaide’s good weather, but it does require a bit of effort to maintain. A properly maintained pool is not all about sparkling clear water—it’s about ensuring everything is operating at peak efficiency, avoiding expensive repairs, and making sure your pool is always safe to swim in.

So what’s the answer? How often should your pool be serviced? While every pool is different, a routine maintenance schedule makes life a lot easier. If you do it yourself or hire someone else, sticking to regular servicing will ultimately save you hassle, money, and time.

Every Day Pool Maintenance – The Simple To-Dos

Taking a few minutes each day to check your pool can prevent minor issues from turning into major ones:

  • Skim the surface – Leaves, bugs, and debris can quickly build up, so skimming them off daily keeps water clean and reduces stress on your filtration system.
  • Check the water level – If the water level drops too low, it may damage your pump. If it’s too high, your skimmer will not function as well.
  • Look for signs of trouble – Murky water, algae buildup, or strange noises coming from your pool equipment might be signs that something needs to be fixed before a major problem occurs.

A pool cover can help lower maintenance on a daily basis by keeping debris out and preventing evaporation.

Weekly Pool Maintenance: Water Remains Clean and Balanced

Taking the time each week to give your pool a bit of extra care will keep it in top shape.

  • Test and balance the water – Testing pH, chlorine, and alkalinity ensures your water is safe and comfortable to swim in.
  • Clean steps and walls – Algal growth and mineral staining can occur if surfaces are not cleaned on a regular basis.
  • Vacuum the pool – By hand or by automatic cleaner. This pulls dirt and trash down to the bottom.
  • Drain skimmer and pump baskets – Clearing leaves and other trash improves water flow and prevents clogging.
  • Check pool equipment – Make sure the pump, filter, and other systems are functioning properly.

If balancing chemicals is not for you, Adelaide Pool Mart offers professional service to do it for you.

Monthly Pool Maintenance: Deep Cleaning and System Checks

Every month, go beyond simple cleaning and inspect the general health of your pool.

  • Backwash or filter clean – A clogged filter will not function properly, causing cloudy water and putting added stress on your pool system.
  • Inspect pool lighting – If your pool has underwater lights, check that they’re working properly.
  • Check your pool cover – If you own one, sweep it off and check for damage.
  • Shock the pool – A shock treatment eliminates bacteria, algae, and other contaminants.

Stay tuned for part II of this series as we help you guide pool owners on maintenance tips and tricks. 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!