Pool Tips From Someone Who Actually Works on Pools

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should a pool be cleaned in Florida?

Weekly, year-round. Florida's heat, UV, and daily summer rain keep chlorine demand and algae pressure high even in winter — a pool that gets a little attention every week will always outperform one that gets a big service every month.

Why aren't test strip readings enough to manage pool chemistry?

Because pool chemistry is a system of six interacting parameters — pH, chlorine, alkalinity, stabilizer, calcium hardness, and salt. A number that looks fine in isolation can be the source of a problem when another parameter is off, which is why strips give you a number but not an answer.

When should I clean or backwash my pool filter?

When the pressure gauge reads 8–10 PSI above its normal clean baseline. Rising pressure means the filter is loaded and water flow is dropping — filter and pump checks are included in every weekly maintenance visit.