Boscoe's Pools Blog

We get this question a lot: What are the advantages and disadvantages of salt water swimming pools versus chlorinated pools? Below is a short list of items. Call us to discuss this topic in detail or visit our web site at BoscoesPools.com for more information.

• Saltwater is an expense when it is installed, but after that you do not have to add chlorine as salt makes chlorine. This saves you $60 for every bucket you buy.

• Salt is softer on your skin.

• The new salt systems are great, as they monitor and clean themselves.

• You also do not have the floater in your pool all the time with salt.

• Both systems generate Disinfection By Products (DBP). Both systems are very climate dependent and also vary based on pool usage.

One of the most asked questions in pool maintenance is about the best pH levels for pools. The proper pH level for a swimming pool is between 7.2 and 7.8, with 7.4 being the recommended optimum. Maintaining a pH of 7.4 will reduce the incidence of eye and skin irritation and ensure the effectiveness of sanitizing cleaners. If the pH is above 7.0, the pool is alkaline; if lower, it’s acidic.

For best results, keep your pool slightly alkaline for family  and friends.

Welcome to the Boscoe’s Pools Blog. Boscoe’s Pools is your kind of custom pool and spa company. From design to completion, the owners are personally hands-on to create the most extraordinary vacation destination resort in your very own backyard.

We will update this site from time to time with helpful articles on pool design, maintenance, and backyard lifestyle planning.

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