Swimming pools are a lot of fun, but they are also a lot of work. If you aren't performing the right maintenance on your pool, you could end up without a pool before long. If you don't take good care of your swimming pool, your pool is going to first get dirty, then it will start to get algae growth, which can eat its way through your pool liner and break down the liner until your entire pool collapses. If you aren't sure what type of maintenance your pool needs, read on for helpful information to use as a guide.

Change Your Filter Sand

The sand in your filter is used to clean the water in your pool as it passes through the filter. Over time this sand will accumulate with dirt and debris, and possibly algae. You should change this sand every new pool season to ensure your pool is being cleaned to the best of its ability. The sand in the filter may need to be changed during the pool season if your pool has had algae in it to prevent the algae from getting back into your pool.

Check Your Chemical Levels

The pool water needs to be tested to ensure it has the right amount of chemicals in it. Your pool is going to need chlorine and stabilizer, and the pH levels need to be at the right level as well. If any of these chemicals are off, you need to add the right chemicals to increase or decrease them. When adding chlorine to your pool, you need to add it after the sun goes down, as the sun will burn off the chlorine in your pool. Read the manufacturer's instructions on the other types of chemicals to see how much needs to be added to your pool depending on the size pool you have.

Add Water

Your pool is going to need enough water in it so it can be filtered through the pump and filter to keep it clean. If you don't have enough water, you should add water to it. There should be a line on the skimmer opening that will tell you what is the fill level on your pool. Add more water to your pool when necessary with a garden hose.

If you don't maintain your pool, it may not be long before you need to have a new pool installed. Keep your pool clean and clear by maintaining it properly. This can be a lot of work, so hiring a professional pool maintenance company may be the way to go for you to free up more of your time