K & J Pool Service

Did you know that the core of your swimming pool is located in the motor and pump, which helps keep the water circulating and properly filtered? If you hear any abnormal humming or grinding coming from these units, it’s important to have them checked by a technician as soon as possible.

Did you know that prepping your pool for the off season will help extend its life? Algae treatments will prevent algae buildup when the pool is not in use, and steps can be taken to protect the pool from the effects of inclement weather.

In some cases, algaecide needs be applied to pool water to help rebalance the chemistry. Algaecides are surfactants that work on the surface of the pool to prevent any algae from growing.

Chlorine levels in a pool should be monitored on a regular basis. Although chlorine in small doses is fine for your body in fact, it’s used to treat drinking water exposure to too much chlorine can cause skin to become dry and flaky.

There are several different elements in pool water that need to be monitored on a regular basis. These include pH levels, total alkalinity, calcium hardness, and total dissolved solids. All of these things can affect the quality and even the safety of the water.