2018 Pool Openings in Glendale and Greater Phoenix

May 1, 2018 by

2018 Pool Openings in Glendale and Greater Phoenix

With these increasing temperatures, you know summer is upon us and that means it’s time to break out the swim gear. But swimming and finding fun in the heat doesn’t happen without a pool. Your pool has probably been on lock-down for the winter and now it’s time for 2018 pool openings in Glendale and Greater Phoenix. Opening your pool for the 2018 summer takes some time, but the process can go quickly if you know what to do:

2018 Pool Openings in Glendale and Greater Phoenix

Drain and Clean Pool Cover

If you have a winter pool cover, it can catch a lot of debris and sometimes even water from moisture in the air. You’ll want to make sure to drain and clean it as much as possible before removing it from your pool. This will reduce the amount of debris that ends up in your pool and a clean cover will make for an easy pool closing later.

Raise and Reconnect

Your pool water will most likely have diminished over the winter, a lot of it evaporating into the air. You’ll want to supplement the water by using a garden hose to fill it back up to its normal level, which is usually around the middle of the skimmer opening. Next, you’ll want to reconnect all your pool equipment that had been disconnected in case of winter freezing. This equipment includes your pool pump, filter, heater, and any other items you disconnected. Once everything is reconnected, turn your system back on and begin the filtering process.

Test Pool Chemistry

After you’ve let the pool system circulate for a few hours, you’ll want to test your pool water for pH, Total Alkalinity, and Chlorine levels. If these chemicals aren’t at their proper levels, your pool water might not be safe to swim in. The ideal levels should be:

●        pH: 7.4 to 7.6

●        Total Alkalinity: 80 to 120 ppm

●        Chlorine: 2.0 to 4.0 ppm

If you want to make sure your 2018 pool opening in Glendale and Greater Phoenix goes off without a hitch, call Pink Dolphin Pool Care today at (602) 688-7465. Our pool experts have years of experience opening pools up for the summer, making it safe and easy for you to have fun in the sun!

 

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Think Ahead for Spring with Pool Pump Repairs & Upgrades

February 15, 2018 by

Think Ahead for Spring with Pool Pump Repairs & Upgrades

Now that winter is well underway and will soon be coming to a close, spring is right around the corner and you know what that means! Your Arizona pool will soon be opening up and ready for heavy use. During the winter, you most likely didn’t use your pool all that often which means you haven’t been keeping up with regular maintenance like you do during the spring and summer.

Without that regular maintenance, dust and debris can build up on your pool equipment, especially the pool pump, and that can cause some unforeseen damages. Think ahead for spring with pool pump repairs and upgrades by contacting Pink Dolphin Pool Care.

Think Ahead for Spring with Pool Pump Repairs & Upgrades

Pool Pump Role and Problems

Your pool pump has the most crucial role in your entire pool system. It pulls water from your pool, sends it through a filter, and pushes clean water back into your pool. The sole purpose of your pool pump is to clean the pool water and make it safe for you and your family to swim in. This is an important process and sometimes certain situations can prevent the pool pump from working properly. These situations can include:

●        Low pool water levels

●        The pump-o ring is damaged or missing entirely

●        The skimmer basket and drain are clogged with debris

●        Pool pump lid is cracked

●        The pool pump needs to be upgraded

If you want to think ahead for spring and get pool pump repairs and upgrades, contact Pink Dolphin Pool care today for an inspection.

Pool Pump Repairs and Upgrades

If you don’t know if your pool pump needs repairs or an upgrade, but you want to make sure everything is in good working conditions, call Pink Dolphin Pool Care today. We can come to your home and do an inspection on your pool pump before you open up your pool for the spring. If you know your pool pump needs repairs or an upgrade, it’s best to let us handle the problem because fixing repairs or installing an upgrade can be a difficult process that you want to be sure is done properly.

By letting us repair or upgrade your pool pump, you will experience a cleaner and safer pool, a fast and efficient repair or upgrade procedure, and you won’t be wasting your time and energy. For kind, professional pool pump repairs and upgrades, call our pool pump experts today at (602) 688-7465.

 

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Pros and Cons of Dogs in Your Phoenix Pool

July 5, 2017 by

Pros and Cons of Dogs in Your Phoenix Pool

Summer is here and that means your pool is being used a lot, but your human family members aren’t the only ones who want in on the cooling down. If you have dogs, you know that they want to get right on in there with you and swim around or simply lay on the steps to cool down. But is it really the best idea to have your dogs in the pool? Here are some pros and cons of dogs in your Phoenix pool to be aware of:

Pros and Cons of Dogs in Your Phoenix Pool

Swimming is Good for Your Dogs

Just like for humans, swimming is a great, low-impact total body workout. Swimming in the pool is easy on the limbs and joints of your dog which is great for young and aging dogs alike. While many dogs love being in the pool because it is a fun way to cool off and spend time with you, it is also the perfect spot for rehabilitation for dogs recovering from any type of procedure.

Chlorine and Dogs

One of the biggest concerns dog owners have is whether or not it is safe for your dog to swim around in chlorine and other pool chemicals. Just like their human owners, chlorine can slightly irritate your dog’s eyes and nose, but a couple hours in the pool here and there is harmless. After a nice swim, it is a good idea to hose your dog down because, like humans, the chlorine can dry out their fur and skin.

Dogs Drinking Pool Water

It is inevitable that your dog will drink the pool water. You can’t really train your dog not to drink the water when all they see is a giant water dish ready for their parched tongues. There isn’t a lot of information that tells us if dogs get sick from drinking pool water, but if you find that your dog starts developing stomach issues after drinking from the pool you can try lowering the chemicals in your pool and limiting their swim time.

Dog Hair in the Pool

Do not be discouraged from letting your pup into the pool because you think their hair will break your pool’s cleaning system. Their hair and other things such as nails will not break your cleaning system. Yes your pool’s filtration system will have to work harder and you may have to do some extra skimming after your dog is out, but there is no need to worry about having your pool break. The only downside is you having to put in a little extra work, but it’s all worth it when you see how happy your dog is swimming around in the pool.

Dog Ear Infections

The last item on pros and cons list of dogs in your Phoenix pool is ear infections. Allowing your dog in your Phoenix pool increases their chances of getting an ear infection. No matter how well-maintained your pool is, there is still bacteria floating around which can get lodged in your dog’s sensitive ears. To avoid this problem, simply be sure to thoroughly dry your dog’s ears once you get out of the pool.

For more pros and cons of dogs in your Phoenix pool, call Pink Dolphin Pool Care today at (602) 688-7465.

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Pink Dolphin Pool Care Q&A

May 21, 2017 by

Pink Dolphin Pool Care Q&A

When you’re hiring a professional pool cleaning service, there are a lot of questions on your mind. You want to make sure you are getting the best service for what you are paying. You also want to know that your pool is being properly taken care of. To help you decide whether or not you should hire us, here is a little Pink Dolphin Pool Care Q&A for our frequently asked questions:

1.       What is included in your full-service pool cleaning?

With our full-service pool cleaning, you don’t have to worry about a thing. We conduct weekly cleanings that include: testing the water chemistry; adjusting pool chemicals and shocking the pool if necessary; backwash pool filter; empty pool skimmer and pump baskets; brush pool walls, steps and seats; vacuum pool as needed; and skim leaves and debris off the top.

2.       Is there a less expensive option than your full-service pool cleaning?

Yes. If you want a more inexpensive option and are the type of person who likes to be outside and do some of your own pool cleaning, we offer two other pool cleaning services: Chemical Pool Plus Cleaning Service where we do everything the full-service cleaning offers minus the vacuuming and skimming; and our Chemical Only Pool Service where all we do is balance the pool chemicals.

3.       What’s your most popular cleaning service?

Our full-service cleaning option is the most popular. Since Arizona summers can be extremely hot, many of our clients don’t like working up a sweat to clean their pool. They just want to relax in an already taken care of pool. We don’t mind the hot work.

4.       Will my pool be serviced on the same day every week?

Yes. We schedule our technicians to come out to clean your pool on a consistent basis. This makes sure that your pool remains clean and safe for you to swim in regularly. If there is ever a schedule change due to holiday or an emergency, we will communicate that with you right away.

5.       Do you conduct pool repairs?

Yes. We are not just a pool cleaning service. We know everything about pools and the way they run. Our pool repair experts can handle any repair you need to be done, no matter how big or how small.

For more information contact us today at (602) 688-7465.

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Tips for Preparing Your Pool for Sunny Days

May 9, 2017 by

Tips for Preparing Your Pool for Sunny Days

After hibernating for the winter, your pool is probably a green and debris-infested tub of not going to happen. If you didn’t plan on using your pool during the winter, you probably didn’t have any maintenance done for your pool and it’s been a couple weeks, months even, since you’ve last had your pool cleaned. Now that summer is well on its way, there is a lot that needs to be done before your pool is ready to reopen. It’s more than just filling it up with water and diving in. Here are a few tips for preparing your pool for sunny days:

Tips for Your Phoenix Pool for Sunny Days | Pink Dolphin Pool Care

Clean It Up

First and foremost, you need to get your pool clean. Start by skimming out all the debris that accumulated over months of not using your pool. Once all the junk has been removed, it’s time to put together the filtration system so you can apply the proper chemicals. If the water level has gotten low, fill it back up to the right level so the filtration system puts in the right amount of chemicals for the amount of water your pool is holding.

Balance Chemicals

When it comes time to add chemicals to your pool, there are a few things to check to make sure everything is balanced and safe:

  • pH levels should be between 7.2 and 7.4
  • Alkalinity levels should be between 80 and 120
  • Calcium hardness should be between 150 parts per minute and 250 ppm
  • Chlorine levels should be between 1 ppm and 3 ppm

Wait for Clear Water

Even though your chemical levels are balanced and there’s no longer any gunk in your pool, it’s not time to swim yet. You don’t want to dive in until the water is clear. You must clean your pool filter every day until the water is clear and the process can take about a week. Through all this waiting, you may need to add more chlorine to keep it at the right level and help the clearing process along.

Call a Professional

There are many people who get their pools ready for sunny days all by themselves, but it never hurts to call a professional and have them look at it. Here at Pink Dolphin Pool Care, we know how important your pool is to you during sunny days and we know exactly how to get it safely ready for you to use. Call us today at (602) 688-7465.

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