Arizona summers bring more than extreme heat. Between powerful monsoon storms, heavy winds, blowing dust, and sudden downpours, your swimming pool can take a beating during the summer months.
For Phoenix-area homeowners, monsoon season can quickly turn a beautiful backyard pool into a cloudy, debris-filled maintenance headache.
The good news? With a little preparation and proper maintenance, you can protect your pool, keep your equipment running properly, and get back to enjoying your backyard.
Here are some important steps every Arizona pool owner should take during monsoon season.
Monsoon storms can bring strong winds that blow leaves, branches, dirt, and other debris directly into your swimming pool.
When debris accumulates, it can:
After a major storm, skim the surface of your pool and empty your skimmer and pump baskets. Removing debris quickly helps prevent bigger problems down the road.
Arizona dust storms can introduce large amounts of fine dirt and dust into your pool.
Unlike larger debris, fine dust can pass through some filtration systems and settle along the pool floor, making your water look dull, cloudy, or brown.
After a dust storm:
If your pool remains cloudy after normal cleaning, it may need additional filtration or professional attention.
Rainwater can affect your pool's chemical balance. Heavy rainfall can dilute some chemicals, introduce contaminants, and change your pool's pH and overall water balance.
After significant rainfall, test your pool water rather than assuming everything is still balanced.
Pay attention to:
Maintaining proper water chemistry helps protect your pool surfaces, equipment, and swimmers.
Heavy monsoon rainfall can cause your pool water level to rise quickly.
When the water level gets too high, your skimmer may not function as effectively, and water can overflow into surrounding areas.
Keep an eye on your pool after major storms. Your water level should generally remain around the middle of the skimmer opening for proper circulation.
If necessary, carefully lower the water level using an appropriate drainage method.
Your pool pump and filtration system work hard throughout Arizona's hot summer months. Storm debris and dirty water can make that equipment work even harder.
After a storm, inspect:
If you notice unusual noises, leaks, poor circulation, or equipment that will not start, have the issue inspected before it becomes a larger repair.
Never handle electrical pool equipment while standing in wet conditions.
One of the biggest frustrations after a monsoon storm is discovering that your pool has turned green.
Storm debris, changing water chemistry, and reduced sanitizer levels can create conditions that allow algae to develop.
The best way to prevent algae is to stay consistent with your pool maintenance.
Regular brushing, proper chlorine levels, clean filters, and good circulation all play an important role in keeping your water clear.
If algae has already taken over, simply adding more chlorine may not solve the entire problem. Your pool may require a more thorough cleaning and treatment.
Keeping a pool clean in Arizona is already a challenge during the summer. Add monsoon storms to the equation, and maintenance becomes even more important.
Routine professional pool service helps catch small problems before they turn into expensive repairs.
At FTG Pools, we provide professional pool cleaning, maintenance, and repair services throughout the greater Phoenix area. Our goal is to keep your pool clean, your equipment operating properly, and your backyard ready for your family to enjoy.
Don't let Arizona's monsoon season ruin your swimming experience.
Whether your pool needs routine maintenance, a thorough cleaning, or equipment repairs, FTG Pools is here to help.
Contact FTG Pools today to schedule your pool service and keep your backyard swimming pool in great shape all year long.
FTG Pool Service & Repair
Phoenix, Arizona
(623) 252-1404
https://www.ftgpools.com/
