Summer is approaching and we’re all looking forward to it. However, summer in Mauritius also means rain and often, we mean rain that falls for days, almost non-stop. A little and occasional drizzle will do no harm to your swimming pool’s water. However, when we’re talking about the constant downpour that ruins the fun. 

Rain Water

So, does rainwater affect your swimming pool’s water? In short, YES! SunBoy has seen it all and often found himself facing situations where he spent more time than normal cleaning swimming pools after several days of constant rain. In such a situation, you need specific treatments and special cleaning and maintenance to restore your pool back to a crystal-clear state so that everyone can have a proper and enjoyable experience again.

Here’s how rainwater will affect your swimming pool:

Chemicals

1. Dilutes Chemicals & Chlorine

Constant downpour will increase the level of water in your swimming pool. The issue with that is that the chemicals and chlorine that have been previously added will be diluted and be ineffective. In other words, the chlorine and chemicals will be inadequate for your swimming pool. And by now, we all know what happens if there’s not enough chemicals or chlorine in a swimming pool; bacteria will proliferate making the water unsafe for swimming and your pool may even turn green.

2. Muddy Water In Your Pool

The main issue with the rainy summer season is that there’s always unexpected flash floods that will carry mud straight into your swimming pool. Not only is it unavoidable, but it carries with it plenty of dirt, chemicals, phosphates, chemicals, plants, insects, etc. All that will end up in your pool; a perfect environment for bacteria, toxins, algae, etc.

Filters

3. Your Pump & Filters Can Break Down

Muddy water, debris and higher levels of water can damage your sand pumps and filters. Larger debris can get stuck easily and break a filter breaking and your sand pump can easily be damaged by muddy water. Even the main drains will be affected.

These are things that are unavoidable but you shouldn’t be the one having to deal with all the hassle of cleaning a swimming pool after floods and huge rainfall. SunBoy will make sure that everything is properly cleaned, he will check and service your pumps, filters and other equipment and also do the necessary to bring your swimming pool back to its pristine and crystal-clear state.