by the Pool Service & Repair Experts at GL Pools
When it comes to your pool, unsightly imperfections can be a real bummer. You can skim the surface all day long, but in the end, it just doesn’t promote the same clean and welcoming appearance of a spotless pool. And even with regular pool service, repair and pool maintenance, stubborn stains can easily be left behind. Luckily, there is an answer. Acid washing services are the confident solution for restoring all underwater surfaces, leaving you with a much brighter, fresher feeling pool.
While acid washing is often mentioned, it’s nature and importance are often overlooked—especially when it comes to regular swimming pool maintenance. But less than regular maintenance, and prolonged stagnancy can cause hard to clean imperfections beneath the water’s surface. Fortunately, pool acid washing services when performed by a licensed contractor can help your pool look new again, free from mineral stains, calcium deposits, chlorine, and dirt stains.
While we’ve covered the basics of pool acid washing– you likely still have a few questions. So, let’s review some common inquiries regarding pool acid washing.
While pool acid washing is purely cosmetic, it is necessary for anyone with scaling issues. Scaling or calcium buildup can spread across your pool’s floor and sides, causing unsightly white or white-grey stains due to imbalances or saltwater exposure. Calcium scales can be difficult to remove otherwise and acid washing can further serve to prevent its reforming.
Beginning with non-apparent signs; testing your pool’s chemistry for the calcium levels is a great way to diagnose scaling before it gets worse. The ideal level should be between 200 and 400 PPM. Anything higher is likely to cause scaling.
While pool acid washing is not entirely necessary per say, opting out will cause the spots affected by calcium to get rougher and ultimately worsen over time.
The acid in the acid wash process breaks down the calcium deposits or stains to reveal the plaster underneath. And with our team working for you, we’ll spray, scrub, rinse, and repeat until your pool is sparkling.
If your acid wash is performed too aggressively, your plaster could be destroyed. And should you choose to take this task on yourself without prior experience, you run the risk of damaging your lungs or property with corrosive and toxic acid. Instead, let our professionals handle this sensitive task.
Step 1: Completely drain the pool
Step 2: Apply mixture of acid and water. Bio-Dex the bottom and sides of the pool so they’re white and bright while capturing fumes. Our tech then sprays, scrubs, and rinses the surfaces until they’re sparkling clean. Note: Our professionals take extra care to not eat away plaster during the process.
Step 3: Rebalance chemistry once refilled
Day 1: Begin draining
Day 2: Complete acid washing
Day 3: Our team returns to configure optimal chemistry
We also focus on calcium removal if necessary either on the day of service or scheduled on your timeline. Descaling or calcium removal is most often necessary in pools with saltwater.
As San Diego’s leading pool service provider, we are well equipped to handle all your swimming pool maintenance and pool repair duties; acid washing included. For more information, reach out today. Our staff is happy to answer any questions you might have.
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