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Pool Water Balance

Balance is one of the most crucial steps in proper pool care, for when the pool chemistry is balanced then care is a breeze.  Balance factors in pH , Calcium Hardness and total alkalinity

The following information is applicable to above ground pools and portable pools

Test Frequency of Test Best results Range
Alkalinity monthly 125-150 ppm*
Calcium Hardness bi-monthly 175-225 ppm*
pH twice a week 7.2-7.6

Correct  Levels Ensure:

Effectiveness of bacteria killing chemicals

Chemical build ups or corrosions will not effect vital pool parts

Skin and eye irritations will be at a minimum

If pH is low add a pH Plus Product  Like Pool Life Plus

If pH is High add a pH Minus Product Like Pool Life Minus

If Calcium is low add a water hardener agent

if Calcium is High add a sequestering agent

If Alkalinity is Too high, add an Alkalinity Decreaser

If Alkalinity is Too low, add an Alkalinity Increaser

 

 

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