The weather’s getting warmer, and it’s almost time to open up your pool for the summer. This process requires a fair amount of work, but the rewards are worth it. From chemicals to crack repairs, here’s a guide to getting the pool ready for swimming.

How to Open Your Pool for the Summer

1. Open Early

It might seem like you should wait until the weather is nice enough to use the pool all the time. However, you should open the pool while the weather is still a little cool. The colder spring weather prevents algae growth, which loves warm places. Getting it ready now makes it easier to treat the water.

2. Clean Up Debris

Before opening the pool, look at the area around it. Sweep away leaves and clean up dirt and grime. Once the cover comes off, skim the surface and vacuum the bottom to get rid of any mess you missed in the fall.

3. Prepare the Chemicals

Chemicals are integral parts of your pool’s ecosystem. Before you open, ensure you have all of the items you need to balance the water so it’s safe for swimming. Use a test kit or strips to check the pH, calcium, and alkalinity. Then, adjust levels with chlorine, shock treatment, algaecide, stain treatment, and increaser or decreaser chemicals.

Avoid using any expired products because they might not work as effectively. Dispose of these chemicals safely; don’t throw them in the trash. Instead, take them to a local pool company, ask your waste management department what to do, or bring them to the nearest hazardous waste facility.

4. Inspect for Damage

Before you get too far in the process, look over everything to see if there are any issues. Check for cracks, damaged parts, or worn out lightbulbs. A crack in an in-ground pool can affect its structural integrity, so seek a pool crack repair specialist as soon as possible. A crack repair company can also provide sealing, skimmer repair, and deck repair.

 

If you need pool crack repair in Cincinnati, Dayton, or Columbus, OH; Indianapolis, IN; or northern Kentucky, contact Jaco Waterproofing. Renowned as a leading basement and foundation repair contractor with over 40 years in business, they specialize in both residential and commercial waterproofing and repair. To have a professional technician evaluate your specific challenges, call (317) 721-9379 for Indianapolis or (513) 738-0084 for Cincinnati. Visit their website for more information.