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How to Keep Leaves Out of Your Pool
Greenery is lovely to see, but not when it ends up in your pool. Even if you're diligent when it comes to maintaining your pool, leaves can be a constant nuisance. Here are some of the best ways to keep leaves out of your swimming pool.
At first glance, a couple of leaves may seem like a minor issue. However, ignoring the problem will only mean the issue will build up over time.
Aside from looking unsightly, leaves can also cause damage to your swimming pool, such as:
It’s safe to say that leaves are a problem you’ll want to nip in the bud.
Here are a few tips on keeping your pool free of clutter:
Windy days generate a lot of debris. The most crucial way of dealing with debris, in general, is using a swimming pool solar cover.
A cover will provide a protective barrier against common contaminants, such as leaves, to prevent bacteria growth (among other problems).
Here at 1st Direct Pools, we have a wide range of solar pool covers to help keep leaves out of your pool.
Another option to protect your pool from leaf pollution is the extremely effective pool enclosure. We have many Albixon Swimming Pool Enclosures available, perfect for protecting your pool’s water from being exposed to the elements.
Use a pool skimmer, and if you don’t mind splashing a bit of cash, get an automated skimmer. This equipment is easy enough to maintain and is an effective solution to getting rid of leaves.
Needless to say, keeping your pool clean regularly is important. To find out more, take a look at the basics of weekly pool maintenance to help you out.
To make sure leaves haven't made your water unsanitary, browse our swimming pool chemicals here to fight against harmful microbes.
Yet another option for protection is considering what surrounds your pool.
Retaining walls can be added along the outskirts of your property, ideal for privacy and hindering unwanted impurities.
A leaf block is small fencing that could go around the outskirts of your pool. As the name suggests, it’s ideal for blocking leaves from getting into the water.
While it may seem counterintuitive to use hedgerows as a form of protection, they are quite effective at blocking wind from blowing leaves into your pool. Not to mention, they look a bit nicer than leaf blocks or retaining walls.
Our expert team at 1st Direct Pools is available to provide any information you may need on our products, so don’t hesitate to get in touch!
