06/01/2026
A few tips from our pool experts on how to take care of your pool during the hot summer days! 🥵
Bridgeswade
A few easy tips during the heat wave this week...🥵
Q - Should I take the cover off if it gets too hot?
A - Yes. If the air temperature exceeds 35ºC, it is better to remove the cover and place it in a protected, cooler spot. If you have it on a roller with the over-cover on and the temperature reaches this level, it is better to move the cover and roller into the shade.
Q - How do I protect the cover when it is off the pool?
A - If you have a Roller System, use the white over-cover supplied every time you recover the cover. If you don’t have a Roller System, the cover must be removed and placed completely in the shade. It must never – not even for a few minutes – be left in the sun when folded. This is because the heat generating effect of the cover is magnified immensely when folded, and it will very quickly self-destruct. The results may not be immediately visible, but they can be very serious.
There can be so much heat created that the air expansion creates sufficient pressure to force the lamination of the two sheets apart, causing the bubbles to join and form lines of larger bubbles. This is not life-threatening to the cover unless repeated consistently, however, the cover can get so hot that it becomes molten and welds itself together – completely ruining it.
Q - Test Your Pool Water 2-3 Times a Week
A - Testing your pool water once a week is usually enough. However, when the weather heats up, water chemistry can change quickly. During hotter periods, it’s best to test your pool water twice—or even three times—a week so you can catch any imbalances early.
Chlorine is the most affected by heat and sunlight, as direct UV rays cause it to break down faster. Keep a close eye on your chlorine levels, especially during hot spells. Increased pool use can also impact your water chemistry, so extra swimming time means extra attention is needed to keep your water balanced and healthy.
Q - Boost Your Chlorine
A - As temperatures rise, algae begin to grow more rapidly. When algae increase, your chlorine is used up faster to keep the water clean. Combined with chlorine breaking down more quickly in direct sunlight, you’re more likely to see drops in chlorine levels during periods of extreme heat.
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