Pool Maintenance While on Vacation

What to do With Your Backyard Pool While on Vacation?

Planning a summer vacation is always exciting, but it can also be stressful. Packing, shopping and arranging a house sitter are just a few of the things that need to be completed before you leave. But what about your pool? Is it okay to leave your in-ground pool unattended for a week? What about two weeks?

 Proper pool maintenance is essential for safe and clean swimming. Leaving your pool unattended is never a good idea as it can lead to imbalanced water chemistry, debris buildup, equipment malfunctions and more. Regular maintenance on the other hand, prevents costly repairs and ensures an optimal swimming experience.

In this post, we'll discuss how to maintain your pool while away and why hiring a professional may be the right choice for you.

How to Maintain Your Pool While Away

1. Balance the Water Chemistry

Test the water before leaving and adjust the chemical levels accordingly. Aim for the appropriate pH, alkalinity, and sanitizer levels. This will help prevent issues like algae growth and cloudy water.

2. Shock the Pool Before leaving

Shock your pool with a higher dose of chlorine. This will help maintain the sanitizer levels and stop the growth of bacteria and algae while you’re away.

 3. Clean the Pool 

Remove any debris, such as leaves or twigs, from the pool before leaving. Skimming the surface and cleaning out the skimmer baskets will prevent clogging and ensure proper water circulation.

4. Use a Pool Cover

Use a pool cover to minimise debris accumulation and evaporation. A cover will also help retain heat if you have a heated pool.

5. Set the Timer

If you have a pool pump and filtration system, adjust the timer to run each day you’re on vacation. This will ensure water circulation and filtration, preventing any potential issues.

6. Enlist Help

Ask a trusted neighbour, friend, or family member to check on the pool periodically. They can skim the surface, empty the skimmer baskets, and visually inspect for any obvious problems.

7. Hire a Professional Pool Maintenance Service

If possible, consider hiring a professional pool maintenance company to handle the maintenance tasks while you're away. At Pool Ninjas, we offer pool maintenance packages so you have one less thing to worry about when you come home. If you’d like more information please feel free to reach out to us here.

Happy swimming!