Swimming pools require proper water levels to ensure their safety and function. When levels get too low due to evaporation, filters may not work properly, chemical balances may be disrupted, and maintenance becomes more difficult. It can also be costly to restore water levels. Taking a few simple steps will greatly reduce the impact of evaporation on your enjoyment and budget.

How to Prevent Water From Evaporating From the Swimming Pool

1. Turn off Features

Pool water will splash onto the concrete and evaporate as it cascades out of a fountain or stream. Water features also increase the surface area of liquid that’s exposed to air, promoting more evaporation. Keep features turned off unless there’s someone around to enjoy them.

2. Cover It

Reduce evaporation by 95% with a well-fitted cover. They’re available at a wide range of costs and deliver additional benefits, like equipment protection, heat conservation, and water-quality maintenance.

Although it isn’t as efficient as a physical layer, a solar blanket is an ideal solution for people who may experience difficulty maneuvering a cover. Dispensed by tablets, bottles, or floaters, this covering is a molecular film that’s dispersed across the swimming pool’s surface. This microscopic layer creates a safe, non-toxic barrier that protects the liquid against evaporation.

3. Create Windbreaks

Air movement accelerates evaporation, especially when breezes move across the water’s surface. Windbreaks, like shrubs and bushes around the swimming pool, will minimize air movement and reduce evaporation. You can also install a solid fence to direct wind around the pool.

If you’re noticing lower water levels, the solution may be as simple as preventing evaporation. However, some swimming pools may have more serious problems related to leaks, which should be investigated by professionals. Throughout Maui, the licensed and CPO-certified experts at Pool Pro in Kihei, HI, have been designing, servicing, and repairing pools since 1985. Call (808) 879-3294 to schedule an inspection, or visit them online to view their complete list of services.