Pool Service FAQs: The Experts Answer Your Questions

Having a pool is an awesome addition to the household, especially in the warmer months – they look great, give you an easy way to cool off and are perfect for entertaining. However, with a pool also comes maintenance which, let’s be honest, can be a little time consuming. To make life easier, a lot of people organise professional pool servicing to take care of the hard stuff. If you’ve never had a pool service before, we’re here to answer some of the most commonly asked questions we get from our customers.

How often should I get my pool serviced?

The main thing to remember with professional pool servicing is that you can decide on the best schedule which suits your lifestyle. You might love the convenience of regular fortnightly service so you don’t have to do much in the way of maintenance yourself. On the other hand, you might only want a service at the beginning and end of the swimming season, or before a special event. A good pool service company will flexible!

What maintenance should I do in between services?

The maintenance that your pool needs will depend on how frequently you have it serviced and what time of year it is. However, during the summer months you should aim to test your water weekly – this will be less frequent in the colder weather. Also, remember to keep on top of dirt and debris so you don’t put too much pressure on your pump and filter.  You should backwash your sand filter around once a month and this may increase in the summer. Keep an eye on your cartridge filter element and hose it off to get rid of build-up..

Can you help with pool equipment recommendations?

Absolutely! Your pool technician is the expert when it comes to pool equipment so if you’re thinking up upgrading or getting additional equipment, such as a robotic cleaner, have a chat to your technician at your next service. They’ll be able to make specific recommendations based on your pool and can also carry out installation.

What if I need repairs carried out?

A general service will generally consist of emptying baskets, brushing and raking the pool, vacuuming, backwashing the filter, checking the system, recording pressure, testing the water and adding chemicals where appropriate. However, your pool technician can also carry out repairs as necessary and will carry spare parts with them to carry out any minor repairs on the spot.

If you’re in the market for a pool service, Perth based company Pool Assist are here to help. Our certified technicians can carry out regular maintenance or come whenever needed for a once-off service – whatever works for you. We can also carry out repairs to ensure that your pool equipment is operating at its best. Trust us to deliver pristine results!

For a professional swimming pool service, contact the expert team at Pool Assist today on 1300 62 82 62.