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How to Run My Swimming Pool Efficiently
Owning your own swimming pool is a hugely exciting endeavour! Summer days sat poolside with a nice drink, or waking up early for a morning swim is the height of home luxury.
Owning a swimming pool is quite a significant commitment, particularly when compared to running a hot tub! Not only is there a lot to consider, but it can become quite costly, particularly if good practices aren’t maintained.
We at 1st Direct Pools have helped countless people across the UK choose and maintain their dream swimming pool with our array of equipment such as our swimming pool covers. Here, we share some of our tips for new pool owners which will hopefully help you run your pool more efficiently.
If you’re using a swimming pool in the UK, the chances are that you’ll need a pool heating system. These products are incredibly useful, particularly if you want to extend your swimming pool season. However, this is often the most significant expense, so how you heat your pool must be considered in detail.
There are many options as to how to heat your swimming pool, and it’s crucial that you make the right choice. While solar panels may seem like a popular option, when it comes to efficiency and cost savings, it can be more beneficial to consider a heat pump or even a gas heater, depending on your circumstance.
Make sure that you pick the right heating solution for your pool, depending on its size, usage, sun exposure and other factors. If you use your pool regularly, it will also be more efficient to keep your pool heated throughout, as opposed to allowing it to cool down and re-heat too frequently.
One of the best ways you can ensure your pool retains its heat continuously is through the use of a pool cover. However, these covers do much more than simply keep your pool warm. A good pool cover will also keep debris from falling into the pool and protect the water from the sun, helping to maintain chemical balance.
Ensuring that you have the correct cover for your circumstance is a must. You should also ensure that it’s correctly fitted, as a cover that doesn’t cover to the edges is not a cover at all! Investing in a quality pool cover will save you time, money and effort in the long run.
A point that is worth repeating is that owning a swimming pool is a long-term commitment, especially if you want to use it year-round. A home swimming pool – particularly a below-ground or built-in pool – should be considered a multi-year investment, and what you spend on its maintenance should reflect its quality.
Swimming pool chemicals are a vital part of maintaining the cleanliness of your water. You should make sure you always have everything you need, so you’re not left in a situation where algae or anything else can develop. However, it can also pay to purchase your chemicals in larger quantities, as this can be cheaper in the long-term.
Of course, if you purchase large amounts of chemicals, you must ensure they are correctly stored. However, if you want to reduce how much running your pool costs, this can be a good option.
Ultimately, the efficient running of a swimming pool is only achievable through creating a routine. There’s much that goes into ensuring your pool is clean and usable all year, from chemical balance to pump and filter maintenance.
Establishing a daily, weekly and monthly routine outlining all work that needs to be done will make sure every task is completed, which will help you save on unwanted costs in the future.
Every situation is unique depending on the nature of your pool and how much it is used. However, these tips may help you to run your pool more efficiently going forward!
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