Pool Cleaning Tips Debris When preparing to open your pool for the season, clean all leaves and other debris off the cover before removing it. By emptying your skimmer baskets frequently, you'll help minimize the amount of leaves that end up on the bottom of your pool. When cleaning the surface of your pool with a leaf net, work your way around the sides first, then clean from the middle of the pool to the sides. Be sure to empty your leaf net occasionally when cleaning your pool's surface. Otherwise, the net's contents may accidentally end up back in the pool. Keep the trees and shrubs around your pool trimmed back to minimize the amount of leaves and debris that end up in the pool. Water Clarity When opening your pool at the beginning of the season, run your filter around the clock until the water is completely clear. If your pool water appears green or has an unpleasant odor, algae probably cause the problem. Test for proper chlorine level, and consult Kubiak Swimming Pools if the problem persists. Keeping your filter, pump basket, and skimmer baskets clean and in proper working condition will help ensure that your pool water stays sparkling clear. Pool inlets should be adjusted so the surface water is moving in a circular direction. Make a habit of checking and emptying skimmer and pump baskets regularly To efficiently vacuum your pool you will first need to concentrate all the suction from the filtration system to the skimmer that is going to be used for vacuuming. This can be achieved by closing the valve that controls the main drain, and opening the valve that controls the skimmer. The most important procedure to ensure proper suction for vacuuming is to be sure to properly eliminate all air from your vacuum hose and prime the hose with water. The following method will help in this step of vacuuming. Attach the vacuum head to the telescopic pool pole. Attach the vacuum hose to the vac head. Lower the vacuum into the pool. Feed the hose, slowly and straight down into the pool water. Be sure to check that the hose is completely filled with water when the end reaches the waters surface. By placing your hand over the open end of the hose, so that no air enters the hose. Firmly attach it into the suction hole inside the skimmer. Be Sure Not To Allow Vacuum Head To Break Through The Waters Surface Until You Are Done Vacuuming. Back To FAQ's