Preventative Maintenance Tips to Prevent Costly Pool and Spa Repair Jobs
Every pool and spa will require regular maintenance, so if you want to avoid paying a professional for a costly pool and spa repair, you need to adhere to the following swimming pool and spa maintenance checklist.
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Make sure to keep the water clean and clear.
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Every day, leaves and similar materials must be removed.
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Vacuum every day to remove dirt, sand, and debris.
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Clean the pump baskets and skimmer on a regular basis.
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Make sure the water has been treated properly, and that it contains the correct levels of chemicals.
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Make sure you adhere to the instructions on pool chlorine containers when dealing with the safe handling and disposal of the product.
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Only a spa and swimming pool that has been fitted with a filter and automatic chlorinator is safe to use.
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Keep the pool and spa surfaces clean and in good condition. Any cracks in the shell and tiled surroundings must be repaired as soon as possible.
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Make sure that the surroundings drain away and don’t collect puddles. Clean surrounds regularly.
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Clean filters when required.
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Keep pipes, filters, and motors in good working order.
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Service all pool equipment according to the manufacturer’s directions.
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Make sure the electrical equipment is maintained. All repairs must be done by a licensed electrician.
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Use an automatic pool cleaner that will help keep the pool clean and free of any debris.
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All top-up water should be added via the skimmer box with the filtration system running.
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Hire a professional swimming pool and spa technician every month to come and make sure that your pool and spa are safe to use.
If you would like to make an appointment with a professional pool and spa repair service provider or would like to ask us questions, please contact JFS Pool & Spa Service at (310) 693-5551 now if you live in the Los Angeles, CA region.