It’s springtime and, with the weather getting significantly nicer, pool owners may be wondering when they should get their pool ready for the swimming season.
The answer to the question of when to open an in-ground pool can vary drastically depending on the region you live in, however there are some general guidelines you can follow.
When daytime temperatures are consistently above 70 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s time to open the pool. The reasons for this are as follows:
Avoiding Algae
Too much sunlight coming through a covered pool will breed algae and make it that much harder to clean. Warmer temperatures breed algae, which is unsightly, slimy and hard to get rid of. If you open your pool a little earlier in the season, you’ll avoid having to deal with it.
Mother Nature is Fickle
Mother Nature often plays tricks on us. If April temperatures happen to hit summertime highs, as they did in some provinces recently, you and your family will want to be able to take advantage of the warm weather to take a dip in the pool.
In any event, when you open your pool sooner, you’ll be able to enjoy it for that much longer. You won’t have to listen to the kids complain about not being able to get in the pool and you can pre-plan family events like family barbecues and birthday parties.
Avoid Pollen Buildup
Pollen can wreak havoc on pool water that’s not circulating. If pollen is allowed to get into the pool water and just sit there, it will be more difficult to clean the pool. Pools that are open and circulating will keep pollen from turning your pool yellow.
Not Expensive
People may hesitate to open their pool early because of the extra expense but, chemical and electrical costs are nominal if you have a salt water pool and a two-speed motor on your filter system. Compared to the extra chemicals and cleaning required if you open your pool later, an early opening makes sense.
Avoid the Summer Heat
When summer actually gets here, you’ll want to be able to just hop into the pool right away, rather than standing in the heat, removing debris and measuring chemicals.
Time for Repairs
When you first uncover your pool, you may spot signs of damage such as tears in liners, busted decking and loose hand railings. By opening your pool early, you’ll have lots of time to have these issues looked after before the summer swimming season arrives.
Backyard Beauty
A swimming pool that’s open and running adds to the outdoor ambience when you have friends over for a barbecue. The average person spends more time on the patio than they do in the pool, so the sooner the pool is open, the sooner you can enjoy the beauty of your backyard investment.