by Joy Lajom | Jun 14, 2018 | Myrtle Beach Pools
When it comes to swimming in your Myrtle Beach pool water, it is imperative to understand that your tap water does not equal your pool water! There’s much that has to be done to treat your swimming pool water in order to make it safe and healthy for you and your family. Some of the tests needed will be to check for alkalinity levels, as well as the calcium hardness. It is necessary to sequester the various minerals and metals in the water and something known as a stabilizer will need to be added to the water to ensure that the chlorine stays in and does its job. Finally, the pH balance in the water has to be checked frequently to determine how much chlorine is needed. Treating New Water In Your Myrtle Beach Pool One thing that is often forgotten is that you must treat any new pool water that gets added. This means if the pool overflows, gets a lot of rainwater or if the water level gets low and more new water is added. All new water has to be treated! Failing to do this will result in the plaster being damaged or stained, equipment being damaged and also it can cause algae to grow and the water to be unsafe. Any time you have 10-12 inches of water added or replaced, new treatment should be done. Pets In Pools A few things about dogs in pools. First of all, yes it is ok to let your pet swim in the pool. You should understand, however, that you’ll need to pay more attention to cleaning out the...
by Joy Lajom | May 3, 2018 | Myrtle Beach Pools
If you’ve had a swimming pool for any length of time, you may find yourself wanting to do a re-design. Perhaps to match a home renovation or new landscaping, but whatever the reason, there are some fantastic ways to breathe new life to your swimming pool. Keep reading to get some great ideas! Ideas For Re-Designing Your Pool Changing the shape or size of the pool. You are not stuck with the current design. You can make it deeper, wider or even bigger. Perhaps you have a shallow pool three feet deep all over and would like a deep end that you can safely dive into. Or maybe you’d like to make the pool fit into a new landscape design or home addition. Changing The Overall Design. Changing the color of the plaster or concrete is a great way to get a new look. You could also get a Spectrum quartz finish to get some texture or more of a sparkle look. It can be done to match your existing tiles or you might like to get a mosaic look with new tiles. There are several pool designs to choose from Adding Features. Why not add some features you’ve never had in the pool before? If you want to spend a little money, you can do things like adding raised decks for lounge chairs or picnic tables, umbrellas, etc. Or, you could add water elements like a water wall or fountain, slides or diving boards. Don’t forget too that simple garden elements can really enhance the overall appearance. Multi-colored lights underwater can be a fun addition as well. If...
by Joy Lajom | Feb 22, 2018 | Myrtle Beach Pools
One of the keys to effectively maintain proper water chemistry is choosing the right pool chemicals. It is important for every pool owner to learn how to properly keep their pool’s chemical balance as this helps to ensure the safety and cleanliness of their swimming pool. As a result, they no longer need to pay for pool repairs. Despite this, not every pool owner knows how to effectively choose the right chemicals for their swimming pool. This article details helpful tips and information to help pool owners choose the right chemicals, primarily chlorine and cyanuric acid. Chlorine to sanitize your swimming pool Chlorine is the most popular among pool chemicals. It is required regardless of the type and size of your swimming pool because chlorine kills bacteria and algae as well as other types of microorganisms that can grow and develop in your swimming pool. Chlorine is available in different forms including 3-inch and 1-inch tablets, granular forms and in sticks. These forms also differ in their active ingredients. Chlorine sticks and tablets contain Trichlor while granular chlorine contains Dichlor. These also differ in price. The most affordable is the 3-inch tablet. It is also the most common and can be used in different types of swimming pool because it dissolves quickly and requires less maintenance. One inch tablet dissolve more quickly as it is smaller. This is why it is more commonly used in smaller sized swimming pools and spas. Chlorine sticks have the longest dissolving time because it is the largest among all chlorine forms. When buying chlorine in stick or tablet form, pool owners should beware...
by Joy Lajom | Dec 18, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
You’ve planned a lot of activities for the holidays and you are super excited to spend quality time with family and friends. You’ll probably be too busy to do some of your household chores especially swimming pool maintenance. So how do you make sure that your pool is well maintained during this festive season? Provided below are some time saving recommendations as to how you can keep your swimming pool sparkling this Christmas. Clean Before You Go On A Vacation If you are scheduled to go on a vacation during the Christmas break then you need to give your swimming pool some good cleaning before you leave. Don’t forget to give your swimming pool’s walls a good scrub to get rid of algae or dirt. Once done, vacuum it. You should also scoop up or skimmer box the leaves that are floating on the surface of your swimming pool Myrtle Beach. Check PH and Chlorine Levels If you notice green water on your swimming pool, then that is a good indicator that chlorine levels are way too low. In case you try to check the level of chlorine and you found out that it is below 0.5ppm then you have to shock your swimming pool water with a good dose of chlorine to boost the chlorine level to 10ppm. You also have to check on the pool’s PH level. When you do so, the result should be between 7 and 7.6. You have to add some acid if the PH level is too high. Check The Filter It is also very important for you to check the filter. Apart...
by Joy Lajom | Nov 6, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
With a huge variety of swimming pool layouts and the many different equipment, the safety considerations could be quite confusing. From various swimming pool liners to purchasing an array of toys, you have a whole lot to choose from. You could always ask for assistance from the swimming pool experts at Elko Spas Billiards & Pools if you wish to know more. You will need a lot of things for your swimming pool, which also requires constant upkeep. The very first point to do when inspecting your swimming pool is to determine the average depth. Knowing this will assist you in determining the capacity of your swimming pool. You can identify the average depth through the addition of the shallow end and the deep end, and then divide the result by two. The average depth informs you a great deal about your swimming pool, including the capacity and design. As soon as you know your average depth, you would be able to get the swimming pool devices that you need without any troubles. The Myrtle Beach swimming pool design can also help you in finding the right kind of pool cover. There are a few covers to choose from, a lot of which differ from season to season. You could make use of different pool covers for the summer season, springtime, as well as the winter season. Each variation gives you something different with regards to security. Elko Spas Billiards & Pools has a wide selection of covers to pick from. Provided that you know your swimming pool design, choosing the right cover will be easy. Once you know...
by Joy Lajom | Aug 25, 2017 | Myrtle Beach Pools
We are in prime hurricane season. If you have a swimming pool you may be wondering what you need to do to prepare. Here are some tips to help you be ready for any storm. Do Not Empty Your Myrtle Beach Swimming Pool Often the first response is to drain the swimming pool – don’t. Water in the swimming pool provides weight to keep the swimming pool anchored in the ground. When you leave your swimming pool empty it can come out of the ground or simply float up due to pressure build up from ground water caused by the storm. Shut off Power The breaker at the main electrical panel ought to be switched off. Pump motors, chlorinators, lighting, and heating units need to not operate in the storm. Protect Electric Swimming Pool Equipment Wrap the pump motor, light transformers, time clock, and electrical heating units with waterproof plastic. Make sure to tie firmly in place to avoid sand and water from getting in. If flooding is anticipated, disconnect these devices and store them in a dry location. Remove any loose items around the pool Chairs, tables, toys, pool tools or other loose items can become harmful projectiles in high winds. It’s best to keep them inside away from storm. Try to avoid tossing furniture into swimming pool, unless it is a last option. If so, carefully place items in swimming pool Myrtle Beach to prevent damage and staining. Add Extra Chlorine to the Pool To avoid contamination from debris and extreme storm water, add a granular shock, ideally Power Powder Plus or Chlor Brite. Stop by our...
