Pools are a big reason many people look forward to the spring and summer seasons. After months of chilly weather, it can be tempting to just throw off the cover and cannonball into the water, but it’s important to prepare your swimming pool first. Distinctive Swimming Pools of Washington, CT, has been helping residents across Fairfield and Litchfield counties with swimming pool repairs, supplies, and cleaning for nearly 30 years. Working with these swimming pool contractors leads to a healthy and fun pool experience.

Since most swimming pools in the northeast lie dormant during the winter months, certain steps must be taken to transition your pool back to working order. When you first remove the covering, you may be surprised that your water has taken on a green hue. It must be cleaned before it’s safe for swimming. Start by bringing the water level up by adding in more water with your garden hose. Then, begin a rigorous retrieval effort to remove unclean detritus and fallen leaves. Next, Distinctive Swimming Pools recommends turning on your filtration system to boost the cleaning process.

A crucial step when getting your pool ready for summer is testing your pool water. An expert from Distinctive Swimming Pools will come to your home to analyze the pH, alkalinity, and chlorine levels. Generally, some adjustment will need to be made after the long winter months. The professionals will treat your water, and you’ll need to wait a few days for it to settle. Then, your swimming pool will officially be open for the season!

Distinctive Swimming Pools offers expert guidance on setting up your pool and performs pool maintenance and repairs, including renovations. Call (860) 868-3622 to speak to one of their pool contractors today. If you’d like to learn more about the company and see pictures of their work, feel free to browse their website.