For many people, Memorial Day ushers in the start of the warm weather season. To mark the occasion, homeowners often invite friends and family over for a backyard barbecue and to take a dip in their swimming pool. After spending the winter months under a cover, your pool will need cleaning and maintenance to ensure it’s ready to use. If you’re planning a Memorial Day party, below are a few reasons you shouldn’t wait until the last minute to open the pool.  

Why Professionals Should Open Your Swimming Pool Weeks Before Memorial Day 

There Are More Available Slots for Appointments

Swimming pool contractors’ appointment books fill up quickly the closer it gets to Memorial Day. If you wait until a few days before the holiday weekend to schedule an appointment, chances are professionals won’t be able to fit you into their schedule. You’ll have more scheduling flexibility by arranging the appointment for a month or a few weeks before you plan to use the swimming pool.  

Treatment Takes Time

Exposure to the elements makes swimming pools susceptible to bacteria, algae and chemical imbalances. It can take up to two weeks for swimming pool maintenance specialists to remove algae from installations with mesh covers. Removing leaves, debris and standing water from pools with solid covers also takes time, potentially increasing your overall cost of opening. By scheduling the appointment no later than May 13th, you can rest easy knowing your pool can be safe for swimmers by the holiday weekend. 

You Can Concentrate on Other Tasks to Get the Pool Ready

From cleaning the grill to mowing the lawn, there are a lot of other chores on the to-do list to get ready for your Memorial Day party. Scrubbing the pool deck and getting outdoor furniture ready are also important aspects of preparing your backyard oasis for warmer weather. Opening the pool a few weeks beforehand reduces the likelihood that these tasks will fall through the cracks.

To encourage people in the Greater Cincinnati area to open their swimming pools well in advance of Memorial Day, the staff at Mid-States Pool Services in Cincinnati is offering an early bird special. Those who schedule their pool opening for a date before April 15^th will receive a special rate. The team boasts over five decades of combined experience and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau®, which makes them qualified to maintain and repair your investment. To learn more about the offer, call (513) 521-7000. Visit the company online to learn more about the pool opening and closing process.