There is a specific pH range that pool water needs to be in to be safe for swimming. However, many homeowners aren’t as diligent with having their pool water pH tested as they should be. The pH levels of your pool should be tested regularly, not just when you suspect there might be an issue.
Pool water pH refers to how acidic or alkaline your pool water is. There are a number of reasons why maintaining a specific pH for your pool water is important. For one, it plays a role in the effectiveness of the chlorine in your pool. Chlorine helps keep your pool water clean and safe to swim in. When your pool water is too alkaline, meaning it has a pH above 7.8 on a scale measuring between 0 and 14, chlorine begins to lose its effectiveness and your pool water won’t be as clean as a result. You’ll often notice issues like cloudy water with a pool water pH that’s too high.
Another reason you should monitor your pool water pH is the destruction that can happen when the water is too acidic. Any metal components in your pool, such as a ladder or mechanical equipment, can be corroded by acidic water. Over time, this can pose a major risk both for the pool and the people swimming in it.
Pool water that’s too acidic or too alkaline can be harmful to swimmers and is an irritant for skin and eyes. It’s best to keep an active watch on the pH levels of your pool, and you can do that by hiring our pool testing service here at All Seasons Pools. We’ll test your pool water pH to make sure it’s in a healthy range, and if it isn’t, we’ll let you know how you can address conditions that are either too acidic or too alkaline.