Swimming pool cleaning

Early signs include water turning green or cloudy, an unpleasant smell, or a slippery or slimy feel on the walls and floor. If the filter is making an unusual sound or the water flow is weaker than usual, that points to a filter issue worth looking at.

High temperatures speed up algae growth noticeably, and heavy evaporation raises the salt concentration and throws the balance off. When the filter is also clogged and circulation slows, growth multiplies. This is why a pool in a summer behaves differently from one in cooler months.

That depends on the service agreed and the pool's condition. Some cleaning and treatment work is done on the existing water, and some requires partial or full emptying. We tell you exactly what to prepare when we agree the time.

Pool washing means scrubbing the walls, floor and surfaces clear of algae and deposits, while pool water treatment means adjusting the chemical balance of the water to keep it clear and safe. Many pools need both, and we work that out from your description of the condition.

A full pool hygiene service covers scrubbing the walls, floor and waterline, checking and cleaning the filter, treating the water to restore its balance, and disinfecting to deal with algae and bacteria. The actual steps depend on your pool's condition and what you notice in it, and that is what we agree when you call.

Yes, noticeably. An inflatable plastic pool is emptied, moved and cleaned inside and out, and its surface needs care to avoid scratches or damage. A built-in pool is worked on in place, on the walls, floor and filter. Tell us which type you have when you call and we prepare accordingly.

There is no single answer that fits every pool, because frequency depends on the pool's size, how often it is used, how exposed it is to dust, and the time of year. An outdoor pool collects fine dust every day and needs attention at shorter regular intervals than a covered or indoor one.