{"id":854,"date":"2022-07-11T10:41:35","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T14:41:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jfpiscines.com\/?p=854"},"modified":"2022-07-12T16:09:56","modified_gmt":"2022-07-12T20:09:56","slug":"pool-water-testing-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jfpiscines.com\/en\/2022\/07\/pool-water-testing-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Pool Water Testing Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

With pool season being back in full swing, you\u2019re likely worrying about keeping the waters clean and safe to swim in. You might even find yourself scratching your head at the idea of having to keep your pool water chemically balanced, especially if you\u2019re a new pool owner. Don\u2019t worry \u2014 we\u2019ve got you covered.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why should you test the pool water?<\/h2>\n

Keeping your pool water clean and properly chemically balanced is essential for the well-being in those that are swimming in your pool. In fact, too much chlorine is known to cause many negative side-effects<\/a>, such as eye and lung irritation, dry skin, hair, and nails, chlorine poisoning, and even burns. On the other hand, not enough chlorine can lead to all sorts of microscopic impurities that are bad for your health. So it\u2019s important that you regularly test your pool water so that you can keep yourself, as well as your loved ones, safe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How often should you conduct pool water tests?<\/h2>\n

Pool water testing should be done on a regular basis, but the general rule of thumb is that you test the waters at least once per week. However, when it comes to testing, many factors come into play.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, if you tested the water on Monday, and your area saw a huge rainstorm on Tuesday, you should test it again on Wednesday to make sure the chemical levels are where they should be. Similarly, if you had many people over for a swim, you should test your waters afterwards. Factors to look out for include the weather (warm or rainy), frequency\/amount of usage, and clarity issues. That being said, testing once a week will usually satisfy the minimum requirements for keeping your pool waters clean and safe to swim in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What should you be testing your pool water for?<\/h2>\n

In order for your pool water to be safe to swim in, Hayward<\/span><\/a> suggests that your chemical levels should stay within the following ranges:<\/p>\n