Swimming Pool Repair

When to call a pool repair pro

Even well-maintained swimming pools eventually need repair. Tears in the pool cover, tile chips, cement cracks, leaks, or pump malfunctions are all common problems that you may encounter.

Pool cover

Your pool cover is important for keeping debris from falling into the pool and helping to maintain pool temperature. Small rips can be repaired by following the instruction manual that came with your pool. For large tears, the cover may need replacement.

Surface tiles

Broken or cracked pool tiles can be easily repaired by a pool professional. If you have a concrete pool with a flaking pool surface, it will require resurfacing your pool, which can be a time-consuming, exacting process best handled by an expert.

Leaks

It is possible that loss of water might be the result of evaporation or activity from swimmers. If you think you have a leak that is causing excess water loss you can perform a simple bucket test.

1. Fill your pool to its normal level.
2. Fill a clean bucket with pool water so that it comes up to one inch from the bucket’s rim, and place it on the first or second pool step.
3. Mark the water level inside the bucket.
4. Shut off the pool pump, and mark the water level on the outside of the bucket. Then, turn the pump back on and wait 24 hours.
5. Check the two levels (outside and inside the bucket) and see if they are different.

If the pool water on the outside mark is lower than the water level inside the bucket, you most likely have a leak and should call for professional pool repair help.

Cracked walls

Small surface cracks in your pool that are caused by impact can easily be patched. However, large cracks may indicate serious structural problems that require the pool be replaced. Contact a pool professional for a diagnosis.

Pump malfunction

Most pool manufacturers build their equipment with safety features that stops the pump´s motor from operating when it isn’t working properly. The same is true for mechanically operated pool covers. If your equipment stops working, call a pool professional to diagnose the problem.

Heater malfunction

If the filter on your heater is dirty it will block flow to the heater. If your heater isn’t working properly, try cleaning the filter, skimmer baskets, and pump basket to see if this solves the problem. If not, call a professional.