Rode Pools have got you covered
/Pool covers are a great investment, they save water, and chemicals as well as keep debris out of your pool. Whether you have one or not though, we’ve put together some "tech savvy info" below to help you look after your pool water with these simple initiatives that will save money... FACT.
Covered Pools
Using a pool cover during winter is smart but you will need to regularly check on the water clarity and chlorine level.
Pool covers trap chlorine in the water and a result of this, if not properly managed, is excessive chlorine levels. If chlorine levels climb too high, water is considered corrosive. This highly corrosive water will detrimentally effect everything it comes in contact with (pool surface, cleaners, pool covers etc).
Using a chlorine remover will reduce chlorine levels within a couple of hours, thus eliminating the harmful effects of excessive chlorine levels rapidly.
By turning off automatic chlorine production and removing the pool cover for weeks is an effective, albeit slower alternative.
Regularly check your pool.
If you are using a pool cover, partially remove the cover to check debris that may be building up on the pool floor. Pool covers will not prevent everything from entering your pool and any leaves & debris left in pool water for prolonged periods of time will increase phosphates and therefore the potential for algae to bloom. You can also run into issues like organic staining from the debris sitting on the pool floor for long periods.
Transitioning to a Mineral Swim or MagnaPool system that uses Magnesium and Ozone to keep the pool sanitised with a very low chlorine level could be an option to ease the pressures of having to continually check your pool through the cooler months. Read more via the links below.
Uncovered Pools
Regardless if your pool is covered or uncovered, the pool water still requires some TLC.
You can lose up to 10mm of water every day, with the majority of evaporation occurring in the evening and very early morning due to the cool air and warm water.
Pool covers are an economical and eco-friendly option for all pool owners. They essentially eliminate the issues associated with evaporation.
Increased wind and lower levels of rain will see the pool level drop, it is very important to keep the water level at least halfway up the skimmer box opening.
Pool covers will halve your heating costs... FACT.
Now is a great time to start the conversation with our staff about heating your swimming pool and adding value to your swimming life and your property!
Read more about heating options and different covers and rollers that could suit your pool and then contact us on 1300 007 665
For more information or if you have any questions, simply contact your nearest store here. Contact our Service Department below to book in a visit from one of our Service Technicians.
