Is it safe to swim with a low pH?

• <div><p>It's not ideal, and if your pool’s pH is seriously low (below 7), swimming can be dangerous until you raise it, potentially causing severe irritation and damage to the skin and eyes.</p><p>Keep in mind that low pH can also be responsible for damaging the pool itself. Acidic water can contribute to the cracking of your pool's liner, which may cost up to<b> $2,500 </b>to replace, making this an expensive fix.</p></div>

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Q: What should I consider when determining the cost of a spool pool?

• <div><p>Upkeep. Like standard pools, the cost to maintain and service your pool is a factor. However, the benefit of a spool is that it can warm up in as little as 15 minutes, while it may take several hours to heat a standard pool. This makes owning a spool more cost-effective and energy-conscious.</p></div>

Q: Where should you place a pool alarm?

• <div><p>You can place a pool alarm on the surface of the water or mounter underwater with motion detectors. Alarms placed on the surface will alert you if it detects wave movement. If mounted below the surface, known as &quot;sub-surface,&rdquo; the alarm detects changes in water pressure.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to swim with a low pH?

• <div><p>It's not ideal, and if your pool&rsquo;s pH is seriously low (below 7), swimming can be dangerous until you raise it, potentially causing severe irritation and damage to the skin and eyes.</p><p>Keep in mind that low pH can also be responsible for damaging the pool itself. Acidic water can contribute to the cracking of your pool's liner, which may cost up to<b> $2,500 </b>to replace, making this an expensive fix.</p></div>

Q: What is the average gallon pool size?

• <div><p>The average pool size in gallons is 15,360. This number is for a 16&rsquo; x 32&rsquo; pool with a four-foot depth. However, many pools have different depths at each end or irregular sizes, so you may need to use the formulas above to calculate exactly how many gallons of water you need.</p></div>

Q: Do you run a pool pump when adding salt?

• <div><p>Yes, you should keep your pool pump running when adding salt, and leave it running for 24 to 48 hours. This will help circulate the salt to ensure even distribution. You will want to turn off your pool&rsquo;s salt chlorine generator before adding salt and leave it off until it fully dissolves. Check your manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for steps specific to your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/salt-water-pool-maintenance-checklist.htm">saltwater pool maintenance</a>.</p></div>

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We at Denson's Dream Team are family owned and operated with over 20 years of experience. We pride ourselves in our quality, price and promptness. We offer free estimates! Call us today to come take a look at your project, no job is too big or too small! You can also contact Catherine at (504) 294-9258 & Keith at (985) 870-3606! We are standing by to schedule your FREE estimate today!

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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

Upkeep. Like standard pools, the cost to maintain and service your pool is a factor. However, the benefit of a spool is that it can warm up in as little as 15 minutes, while it may take several hours to heat a standard pool. This makes owning a spool more cost-effective and energy-conscious.

You can place a pool alarm on the surface of the water or mounter underwater with motion detectors. Alarms placed on the surface will alert you if it detects wave movement. If mounted below the surface, known as "sub-surface,” the alarm detects changes in water pressure.

It's not ideal, and if your pool’s pH is seriously low (below 7), swimming can be dangerous until you raise it, potentially causing severe irritation and damage to the skin and eyes.

Keep in mind that low pH can also be responsible for damaging the pool itself. Acidic water can contribute to the cracking of your pool's liner, which may cost up to $2,500 to replace, making this an expensive fix.

The average pool size in gallons is 15,360. This number is for a 16’ x 32’ pool with a four-foot depth. However, many pools have different depths at each end or irregular sizes, so you may need to use the formulas above to calculate exactly how many gallons of water you need.

Yes, you should keep your pool pump running when adding salt, and leave it running for 24 to 48 hours. This will help circulate the salt to ensure even distribution. You will want to turn off your pool’s salt chlorine generator before adding salt and leave it off until it fully dissolves. Check your manufacturer’s instructions for steps specific to your saltwater pool maintenance.

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