What Is The Best Pool Equipment To Have This Summer?
Summer is right around the corner, and as the weather heats up your pool is sure to get a whole lot of use. Be sure to enjoy the Summer swim-season with Poolwerx
Pool Equipment You Need This Summer
The key to healthy pool is having the right equipment; but it can be confusing to know what you need, especially coming out of the cooler months.
Below is the must-have pool equipment you'll need this Summer.
1. Pool cover
Did you know evaporation is the main cause of water loss in your pool? The hotter the weather, the faster the rate of water loss – and this could be a costly expense after a long, hot summer. Not only are you incurring more water costs, but you’ll be spending more money on chemicals to get your water balanced.
This extra cost can also be thanks to the leaves, rain, debris and dirt that get into your pool water and contaminant it.
With a pool cover, excess heat is blocked from the water and moisture gets trapped so it can’t evaporate into the air. This keeps things cleaner for longer, cutting costs on chemicals as well as energy, water, and the time spent on maintenance.
If you’re someone who’s pressed for time and you’re worried about taking the pool cover on and off each day, a pool roller is a good accessory to consider.
Benefits of a Pool Cover in Summer:
Reduce your energy costs
Reduce evaporation and the amount of water you’re using
Protects and reduces the time you spend on pool maintenance.
If you’re unsure what size, style, or type of pool cover you need, or you’re after assistance with an install, your local Poolwerx can help!
2. Robotic pool cleaner
Part of keeping your pool healthy involves cleaning your pool walls and floor, which can seem like a big job – especially when you want to be enjoying your pool rather than cleaning it! But if your pool isn’t cleaned regularly your water health will suffer and result in maintenance costs that you’ll have to wear. That’s why a robotic pool cleaner is a great tool that will make your life so much easier.
There are several reasons why a robotic pool cleaner can make your life a lot easier, no matter what the season is.
They keep your pool healthy: A clean pool is much safer (and better looking!) to swim in. It is usually the neglected pools that have turned cloudy or green and take longer and cost more to repair.
They help you save, money: A robotic pool cleaner can help you save on power, water and on chemicals.
They’re efficient: A robotic pool cleaner will be able to clean your pool faster and more effectively as it has advanced computer technology which actually maps out the surface of your pool, ensuring it doesn’t miss any spots and won’t get stuck in the corner.
They’re easy to use: Pool owners simply need to plug the pool cleaner in, place it in the pool and hit the ‘Go’ button that can be used via the app with most models.
Clean your pool faster with a robotic pool cleaner, and with advanced technology, modern-day pool cleaners can map out the surface of your pool, cleaning, scrubbing, and vacuuming the pool walls and floor.
Save on time, power, water, and pool chemicals.
With smart technology that maps out your pool every time it’s turned on, it will clean, scrub and vacuum your pool walls and floor in half the time it would take a suction cleaner. This will keep your pool a whole lot healthier, making it much safer for swimmers, and saving you on pool chemicals. It’s also energy efficient, running on an independent, low energy motor, with zero reliance on other equipment to work, helping you save on power. It’s a great investment.
Wondering which pool cleaner is best? Poolwerx’s Aquawize robotic pool cleaners provide the ultimate pool cleaning experience, with caddy included as standard, 18m cable, and a two-year warranty. Contact your local Poolwerx to learn more.
3. Scoop and brush
If you don’t have a pool cover or robotic cleaner, a scoop and brush will go a long way in helping to keep your pool cleaner (and healthier) for longer this summer.
Sticks and leaves carry bacteria, and when they’re left too long in your pool they can cause algae to grow, which in turn can turn your pool cloudy or green. A pool scoop offers an easy way to skim this debris from the surface and stop it from throwing off your pool water balance.
Algae can also grow when your pool walls and floor are left uncleaned, and scum begins to build up. Giving them a good scrub with a quality brush can stop this from happening, and maintain your pool health.
4. Water sample bottle
It’s important to test your water all year round, increasing the frequency as your bather load increases – i.e. Summer! Once you’re in the thick of warmer weather, you should be testing your water before every use.
Pools typically get used alot more in summer compared to cooler months and the increase in bather load can often result in more hair, dead skin and germs in your pool water.
It’s a good idea to have a water sample bottle handy. You can stay on top of your water testing, which in turn will keep you on top of your pool maintenance. And don’t forget to place your bottle approx. 30 cms from the top of the pool waterline (about elbow deep) to collect the water sample and try to get your water tested within 2 hours of retrieving it.
After a 60-second water test from Poolwerx using our advanced technology, our experienced technicians can recommend the pool chemicals you need to keep your pool at a healthy balance. It can also identify any issues you may be having with your equipment. This will save costs in the long run since it stops smaller issues from becoming a much bigger, more expensive problems.
Head into your local Poolwerx store and grab your water sample bottle!
5. Pool shock
When chlorines mix with nitrogen from oil, sweat, and urine it causes chloramines to form, which affect the sanitising power of your chemicals, and cause stinging, red eyes, along with respiratory irritation.
You know that strong chlorine smell that so many people dislike? That’s usually from the chloramines, not the chlorine, and they form a lot more frequently in summertime
A pool shock treatment will oxidise the chloramines in your pool water, cleaning the water and destroying any bacteria. It will provide maximum sanitiser efficiency, keeping your water sparkling and safe.
6. Lighting
Having a swim-ready pool is more than just prepping for maintenance. Withlighting in your pool, you can enjoy your summer nights poolside, and extend your swimming time into the evenings. Just picture yourself lying back with a drink, or watching the kids and their friends do tricks by the iridescent glow of your pool lights.
No matter if you’ve got a concrete, fibreglass or vinyl pool, Poolwerx can find a lighting solution to bring the wow factor to your pool area.
7. Pool Minerals
The experience of swimming in a mineral pool has been prized over the centuries, in part because it feels incredible, and for its therapeutic qualities.
Mineral pools are packed full of benefits and hugely popular in backyards across the country. With the ability to alleviate aches and pains, soothe skin, promote relaxation and improve wellbeing, there are many reasons why we love a magnesium mineral pool.
Benefits of a Mineral Pool System:
Gentle on skin and eyes
Reduces the need for multiple chemicals, saving on time, money, and maintenance
If you’re looking to install a new pool or would like to transition your existing pool to a mineral pool, your local Poolwerx can help! For more information on our products, get in touch with our experts!
8. Pool Chemicals for Maintenance:
Pool chemicals are essential in keeping your swimming pool clean, healthy, and sparkling, as they keep algae and bacterial growth at bay. This means, no green pools!
We stock a wide range of industry-leading chemicals at Poolwerx, such as algaecides, balancers, stabilisers, cleaners, stain removers, spa chemicals, and much more!
When it comes to formulating the correct pool chemical mix for your swimming pool, trust an expert.
Talk to Poolwerx
Now that you know all the must-haves this swimming season, it’s time to get your pool ready for summer. All these products and more are available from Poolwerx. Check out our pool shop to get your hands on them, and talk to our experienced technicians for advice specific to your pool.
