Customer Online Shop MENU WHY CAN’T I JUST JUMP IN? Blog Pool Equipment Pool Maintenance Pool Service |2.10.21 When you open your pool, start the equipment, and add initial chemicals, this does not mean your pool is ready and healthy to use immediately upon opening. Every pool requires different time, chemical balancing and maintenance. Due to when the pool is opened, cover type (or lack of), winter maintenance (or lack of), dirt and debris on the deck and cover, algae growth, pollen, and filtration, a culmination of many factors will determine the readiness and length of treatment time until your pool is ready to invite swimming. Watercrafters does everything we can to address your pool’s health and issues. However, there is no magic wand to take it from yellow or green to sparkling blue in a few hours. We have a few tricks up our sleeves and use superior chemicals and treatments. However, sometimes it takes time, patience, regular filter cleanings/changes, continued pool maintenance, and several treatments. Some pools are ready in a day, some in a week and some in a month (or two). Sometimes it can be frustrating, but we suggest you keep an open line of communication. Our certified pool technicians as well as our in-house retail team are available to assist you every step of the way. Do not be overwhelmed by the process–we are here to help you! If you need guidance with your chemical treatments, we provide free, professional water testing and analysis in our showroom. Our highly trained team members can get you on your way to the balance you need. Guidelines for your pool’s health and longevity: Maintain chlorine at 3ppm or higher Maintain pH at 7.4 – 7.6 Multiple algae treatments may be necessary Run the pool pump 24/7 until the pool is clear If you have a variable speed pump, you may need to adjust speed and run times Filter cleaning and/or backwash may need to be performed multiple times based on pressure gauge reading (make sure your pressure gauge is working) Have water analyzed often during clean-up Watercrafters prides itself with providing exceptional service and exemplary knowledge by keeping our staff trained and updated in pool technology and maintenance. We strive to keep you happy and healthy. Trust our team to keep you in the right direction. Call us today for your pool needs! 301-948-8111. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Previous Next Related Posts BioGuard Smart Shield – A Safe & Effective Solution WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS & MINERALS TO REDUCE CHLORINE EQUIPMENT TO LOWER YOUR POOL’S CHLORINE USE Chlorine Shortage 2021 Blog Categories Blog News Outdoor Living Pool Equipment Pool Maintenance Pool Service Uncategorized Archives May 2021 April 2021 February 2021 October 2020 June 2020 March 2020 October 2019 June 2019 September 2017 August 2017 July 2017 June 2017 March 2017 June 2016 March 2016 CONTACT US Thank You for Contacting Us! After submitting your form please check your email's inbox / spam folder for a confirmation, and a member of our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Have a Great Day! Back to Home WATERCRAFTERS 7914 Cessna Ave Gaithersburg, MD 20879 Monday - Saturday: 9AM-5PM Sunday: Closed Nov. 25th - 28th: Closed 301-948-8111 info@watercrafters.com Customer Online Shop © 2021 Watercrafters. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy