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Top 10 Questions About Pool Water Care For Fiberglass Pools

Owning a fiberglass swimming pool is a great experience for everyone that gets the joy of jumping into, playing or lounging in one. And while it will be a great journey of ownership it does not come without some maintenance and upkeep requirements on your part. Over the years we have come across some common issues that most pool owners eventually deal with.  Below you will find our 10 most commonly asked pool questions and answers. 

top 10 questions about pool water care

Question 1 : Why does the pool water turn green?

  1. The sanitizer is low in the pool.
  2. Algae has an opportunity to grow.
  3. Algae starts at the bottom of the pool and works its way up.
  4. Attaches to the pool shell.
  5. Pool water does not have an algaecide protectant. 

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Having a proper level of sanitization.
  2. Adjust pH levels.
  3. Boost your pool’s chlorine level.
  4. Use an algae repellent or destroyer to get rid of black algae.

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Question 2 : What causes cloudy water?

  1. Unbalanced pool water, cloudy/dull water.
  2. Related to pH, alkalinity, or chlorine levels have fallen too low.
  3. The pool water becomes milky white.
  4. A further progression of the cloudy water can lead to several other issues.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. You may need to shock the pool.
  2. May require multiple shock treatments over the  course of several days.
  3. Re-establishing the proper water chemistry again.

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Question 3 : How does a filter get dirty?

  1. A filter is always filtering out fine debris, minerals and other particulate matter.
  2. Helps to remove lotions and oils from swimmers.
  3. There are several types of filter systems for keeping your system clean.
  4. Clean and care for your system per the manufacturers recommended guidelines.
  5. Be sure to ask your pool installer for information on the pool filter.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Remove with filter cleaner and use a filter degreaser.
  2. Common filter cleaning, weekly.
  3. Backwash the sand filter.
  4. Removing and clean the cartridge filter.
  5. Track the systems pressure for flow rate.
  6. Deep clean scenario, periodically.

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Question 4 : What causes low/high pH?

When the pH is low:

  1. The water is acidic.
  2. Can harm swimming pool
  3. Rainwater cause change.
  4. Chemicals you use could be causing damage.

 

When the pH is high:

  1. The pool water is basic and alkaline.
  2. Can harm the swimming pool system.
  3. Chemicals you use could be causing damage.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Learn about your source water.
  2. Measuring and testing pH frequently.
  3. Unscheduled maintenance after pool usage.

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Question 5 : What causes the scum line to appear?

  1. Anything oil-based will float on the pool water.
  2. Perfumes.
  3. Lotions, suntan products and make-up.
  4. The scum line can harbor algae, bacteria.
  5. Remove for a healthier pool.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Use cotton cloth with a scum line remover.
  2. Magic eraser (type of sponge) with a scum line remover.
  3. Walk around the pool and remove.
  4. Check your pool’s skimmer, clean if necessary.

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Question 6 : What causes dark or slippery spots on the pool bottom or side walls?

Black algae:

  1. Can form in a pool that is crystal clear.
  2. Forms in corners and in clusters.
  3. Somewhat resistant to chlorine.
  4. Can be very harmful if swallowed.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Boost chlorine levels.
  2. Use a product that removes black algae.
  3. Use a nylon pool brush to remove the bacteria waxy coating.
  4. Brush to expose the algae to any chlorine and algaecide present in the pool.

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Question 7 : Why are my eyes irritated from my swimming pool water?

  1. The water is more acidic causing eye irritation.
  2. Due to neutral pH of your eyes.
  3. Combined chlorine aka Total Chlorine (the bad) is too high.
  4. Not enough free (the good) chlorine kills bacteria and algae.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Adjust your pool’s pH.
  2. Shock your pool to rid of chloramines.
  3. Allows the free chlorine to do its job with no eye or skin irritation.

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Question 8 : Why am I seeing rust spots on my fiberglass pool shell?

Caused by:
  1. Mineral deposits.
  2. Metal stains.
  3. Insects and other biological material break down.

How do you go about solving that issue?

  1. Remove the spots with a nylon fiber scotch pad and lightly rub the pool shell.

 

Use a product to:

  1. Remove metals and other minerals.
  2. Reduce stains and calcification on the fiberglass shell.

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Question 9 : Why does my water not have that sparkle anymore?

  1. Water is missing that sparkle.
  2. Fine particulate matter can cause dullness.

How do you go about solving that issue?

Use a product that:

  1. Binds small particles together.
  2. Causes a bigger particle from clumping.
  3. Because the particulates are larger they are easier to filter.

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Question 10 : Why is my fiberglass pool shell becoming dull and cloudy?

Caused by:

  1. Improper balance.
  2. High levels of chlorine and hardness.
  3. Calcium build up.

How do you go about solving that issue?

Use a product that:

  1. Prevents calcium build up.
  2. Removes metals.
  3. Removes minerals.
  4. Provides a silky smooth swimming experience.
  5. Protects the fiberglass gel coat from leeching.

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