Above Ground Pool Maintenance Checklist

Practice an ounce of prevention

Taking preventive maintenance steps before and after opening above ground swimming pools allows you to get more enjoyment out of your pools. Preparing and following a checklist makes it easier to maintain your above ground pool.

Check the key components There are three major components of an oval above ground pool that need close monitoring. They are: Condition of the above ground pool filter Water chemistry The above ground pool heater The swimming pool filter removes oils, dirt, and unwanted debris, keeping the water fresh and clean. A cartridge filter should be rinsed off if necessary or replaced if damaged. Check the above ground swimming pool filter more frequently if the Sharkline above ground pool gets heavy use. Water chemistry must be maintained at the proper level to ensure that pool users stay safe. Use test strips to determine the levels of chlorine, alkaline, pH, and bromine. It's a good idea to have a pool company test the water chemistry at the beginning of the season, then check the chemical levels daily. An above ground pool heater needs to be checked for problems that might have developed during offseason storage. Inspect the heater for gas leaks, soot around the pilot assembly, and animal infestation. Make sure the pilot assembly is working efficiently.

Above ground swimming pool accessories help with maintenance

There are various swimming pool accessories that help while performing maintenance checks. Among them are:

• Leaf racks
• Vacuum cleaner heads
• Vacuum hose
• Swimming pool brushes

Swimming pool leaf racks help rid leaves and debris that could clog your swimming pool filter and dirty the water. A swimming pool vacuum head grabs water-borne debris from above the vacuum head and also vacuums debris on the swimming pool surface underneath the vacuum head.

A vacuum hose is important for proper cleaning of debris. Quality swimming pool brushes with polypropylene or nylon bristles keep the floor and walls of the pool clean.

Above ground pool maintenance kits are available to help you perform your annual and ongoing checks. By taking the time to follow a checklist, you'll get more years of worry-free use out of your aluminum above ground swimming pool.