Crystal Clear Water, Every Time
Pool Water Testing and Treatment in Southampton NY
The Art of Complete Pool Care
Your pool should be the easiest part of your property. We keep it that way through dependable care and consistent service year after year.
Clear and Balanced Water for Every Visit
Water chemistry shifts fast in Southampton. We stabilize and maintain balance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to the most common questions about our pool construction, maintenance, and upgrade services.
Pool water should be tested weekly during swimming season to maintain proper chemical balance and safe swimming conditions. Test for pH, chlorine/sanitizer levels, alkalinity, and calcium hardness at minimum. During peak summer use, heavy rain, or after pool parties, test water 2-3 times per week as conditions change rapidly. Monthly professional testing should include a full analysis of all chemical parameters including cyanuric acid (stabilizer), phosphates, metals, and total dissolved solids (TDS). After opening the pool in spring, closing in fall, or any major chemical adjustments, test daily until levels stabilize. Consistent testing prevents problems like algae growth, cloudy water, equipment corrosion, and eye/skin irritation. Professional testing is more accurate than home test kits and catches problems before they become visible.
Pool chemical needs vary significantly based on current water test results, weather, usage, and pool type—there's no one-size-fits-all chemical routine. Common chemicals include chlorine or alternative sanitizers (to kill bacteria and algae), pH increasers and decreasers (to maintain 7.2-7.6 pH), alkalinity increaser (to stabilize pH), calcium hardness increaser (to prevent corrosion), cyanuric acid stabilizer (to protect chlorine from sunlight), shock treatment (to eliminate organic contaminants), and algaecide (to prevent algae growth). Our professional service team tests your water and customizes chemical treatment based on your pool's specific needs that day. Over-treating or under-treating can both cause problems—proper dosing based on accurate testing is essential. We handle all chemical balancing during our service visits, taking the guesswork out of pool chemistry.
When pool chemistry becomes severely imbalanced (pH above 8.0 or below 6.8, alkalinity outside 80-120 ppm, or total dissolved solids too high), we may need to partially drain and refill the pool to restore proper chemical balance. Severe chemical imbalance can't always be corrected simply by adding more chemicals—sometimes the water has accumulated so many dissolved minerals and compounds that it prevents proper balance. Typical scenarios requiring partial draining include high cyanuric acid levels (over-stabilized water), excessive total dissolved solids (minerals have accumulated from chemicals and fill water), severe pH problems that won't correct, persistent algae despite proper treatment, and calcium hardness too high (causing scaling). We typically drain 25-50% of the water, refill with fresh water, then rebalance chemistry. This process takes 1-2 days but restores water quality and makes future chemical maintenance much easier.
Chlorine levels should be checked at least weekly during swimming season, or 2-3 times per week for heavily used pools, after storms, or during heat waves when chlorine depletes faster. Ideal chlorine levels are 1-3 ppm (parts per million) for traditionally chlorinated pools or 2-4 ppm for saltwater pools. Chlorine is your pool's primary defense against bacteria, viruses, and algae, so maintaining proper levels is critical for safe swimming. Check chlorine more frequently after shocking the pool, adding significant amounts of fresh water, heavy pool usage (parties, many swimmers), or extended periods of hot weather. Low chlorine allows algae and bacteria to grow, while excessive chlorine can cause skin and eye irritation. Our weekly service includes chlorine testing and adjustment to maintain optimal sanitizer levels.
Chlorine levels should be checked at least weekly during swimming season, or 2-3 times per week for heavily used pools, after storms, or during heat waves when chlorine depletes faster. Ideal chlorine levels are 1-3 ppm (parts per million) for traditionally chlorinated pools or 2-4 ppm for saltwater pools. Chlorine is your pool's primary defense against bacteria, viruses, and algae, so maintaining proper levels is critical for safe swimming. Check chlorine more frequently after shocking the pool, adding significant amounts of fresh water, heavy pool usage (parties, many swimmers), or extended periods of hot weather. Low chlorine allows algae and bacteria to grow, while excessive chlorine can cause skin and eye irritation. Our weekly service includes chlorine testing and adjustment to maintain optimal sanitizer levels.
Yes, we offer several environmentally friendly pool treatment options that reduce chemical usage while maintaining safe, clean water. Saltwater chlorine generator systems produce chlorine naturally from salt, eliminating the need to purchase, transport, and store harsh chlorine chemicals while providing gentler water that's easier on skin and eyes. Ozone treatment systems use ozone gas to sanitize water, reducing chlorine requirements by up to 90% while destroying bacteria, viruses, and organic contaminants more effectively than chlorine alone. UV sanitization systems use ultraviolet light to kill microorganisms. Mineral systems use silver and copper ions for natural sanitization. Variable-speed energy-efficient pumps reduce electricity consumption by 50-90%. These eco-friendly systems cost more initially but save money long-term through reduced chemical purchases and energy costs while being gentler on swimmers and the environment.