Cloudy pool water typically results from inadequate filtration, imbalanced water chemistry, or the early stages of algae development. Start by cleaning or backwashing your filter system, then test and adjust your chemical levels including pH, alkalinity, and sanitizer. If needed, shock your pool to restore water clarity.

Yes, an inground pool can increase your home's value. However, several factors should be considered before installation. Annual maintenance costs average approximately $2,000, with higher expenses for heated pools. These ongoing costs will offset some of the added value. Despite this, pools remain highly desirable features. A pool can justify a higher listing price and often helps homes sell more quickly when placed on the market.

Many homeowners assume their yard is too small or sloped for pool installation, but this is rarely the case. We offer numerous backyard pool designs, and our experienced designers excel at creating solutions for challenging spaces. Compact pool designs provide the same enjoyment as larger installations, so we encourage you to contact us for a professional assessment of your property.

Regular water testing is a critical responsibility for inground pool owners. Testing ensures proper chemical levels, including chlorine, are maintained in your pool. We recommend testing your water at minimum every two weeks. Allow your system to circulate for one hour before collecting a sample from 12 to 18 inches below the water surface. Following rainfall, let the water circulate for a full day before testing. Never add chemicals prior to testing. You are measuring pH levels on a scale from zero to 14. Readings below seven indicate acidic water, while readings above seven indicate basic water. The ideal pH level is 7.4, which matches the natural pH of the human eye.

Cartridge filters require chemical cleaning once per year. You should rinse the filter with a hose each time you collect water samples for pH testing. Additionally, monitor your pool's pressure levels. When pressure increases by eight to ten pounds per square inch above normal operating levels, the cartridge needs cleaning. Always use a standard garden hose for rinsing and never use a pressure washer on the cartridge.

The benefits of pool ownership are extensive. Beyond creating a gathering space for family and friends, custom pools offer significant advantages. We design pools that maximize your backyard's unique characteristics, ensuring the perfect size and shape for your property. Our construction team can work with multi-level terrain, which means homeowners with sloped backyards can still experience all the advantages of pool ownership.

Swimming pool design and construction follows a structured, multi-phase approach. We begin with an on-site visit to measure your yard and design a pool specifically suited to your property. After obtaining all necessary permits in compliance with local codes, we proceed with construction. The preparation phase includes excavation, grading, and leveling your backyard. During installation, we complete framing and plumbing work, followed by concrete pouring for the liner. We then handle masonry, tile, and coping installation before adding filtration equipment and pumps. The final steps include pool plaster application, water testing, and a comprehensive inspection of all components.

Cloudy water has multiple potential causes that require systematic troubleshooting. The most frequent causes include poor circulation or filtration, which can be addressed by backwashing and cleaning the pool filter, cleaning skimmer baskets and the pump strainer basket, or chemically treating the filter. Water imbalance is another common issue requiring you to test and adjust pH, total alkalinity, and calcium hardness. High total dissolved solids over 3,000 ppm or calcium hardness exceeding 400 ppm require draining one-third to one-half of your pool and refilling with fresh water. Excess organic waste requires shocking the pool with super shock treatment. High total alkalinity can be corrected with pH reducer, while low sanitizer levels need additional chlorine to return to proper ranges.

Green water most commonly indicates a green algae outbreak. Prompt action is essential because delayed treatment makes the problem increasingly difficult to resolve. Begin by shocking your pool, then apply algaecide according to the package directions for your pool size. A less frequent cause is low total alkalinity, which can be corrected using an alkalinity increaser product.

Eye irritation from pool water indicates problems with pH or sanitizer levels. This issue is straightforward to correct. Conduct a standard water test and adjust pH levels to the 7.4 to 7.6 range. If irritation persists after pH correction, check your automatic chlorinator settings as excessive chlorine may be present in your pool.