Free water testing, every day we’re open
Regular testing and the right adjustments are the keys to safe, clear, balanced water. Bring a sample to the store and our team will test it free — you’ll leave with a clear, easy-to-follow prescription telling you exactly what to add and when.
How often should you test?
- Weekly. Test at least once a week for chlorine, pH, alkalinity, and stabilizer (cyanuric acid). Regular testing catches small issues before they become big, expensive ones.
- After heavy use or weather. Also test after pool parties, rainstorms or high winds, very hot stretches, or adding fresh water — all of these can quickly throw off your balance.
What adjustments look like
Once your water is tested, small consistent adjustments beat big corrections every time. The usual suspects:
- Sanitizer. Chlorine tablets, liquid chlorine, or shock — checked and adjusted weekly, more often with heavy use.
- pH. Raised with soda ash, lowered with muriatic acid or sodium bisulfate. pH moves frequently, so it’s one of the most important levels to watch.
- Alkalinity. Sodium bicarbonate stabilizes pH and prevents sudden swings.
- Calcium hardness. Calcium chloride protects your surfaces and equipment.
- Stabilizer. Cyanuric acid shields chlorine from Florida sun — especially important here.
- Preventative treatments. Algaecide, clarifiers, and flocculants keep water clear and algae away.
Let us make it simple
If that sounds like a lot to track — that’s exactly why we’re here. Whether you test weekly at home or rely on our in-store testing, staying consistent keeps your pool looking its best all year. Stop in anytime for your free water test. Your perfect pool is just a few simple steps away.
