What Is the Ideal pH Level for Pool Water?
Maintaining the right pH level in your pool is essential for water quality and swimmer comfort. Seaway Water Supply explains how to achieve the ideal pH level for your pool water.
Understanding the pH Scale and Pool Water Balance
The pH level of your pool water measures how acidic or alkaline the water is. The ideal pH range for pool water is between 7.4 and 7.6. This slightly alkaline range is optimal because it keeps your water safe for swimmers while ensuring proper chemical balance. If your pool’s pH is too low (acidic), it can lead to skin irritation, eye discomfort, and damage to the pool’s surfaces and equipment. Conversely, a high pH (alkaline) level can cause scale buildup on the pool’s walls and equipment, as well as make chlorine less effective at disinfecting.
At Seaway Water Supply, we understand that achieving the correct pH balance is essential for your pool’s health and safety. While pH can fluctuate due to various factors like rain, debris, and pool chemicals, maintaining a consistent pH level is key to ensuring clear, clean water. Our bulk water services provide clean, treated water to help you achieve the ideal pH balance from the start, giving you a head start in maintaining water quality.
How to Monitor and Adjust Pool pH Levels
To maintain the ideal pH level in your pool, regular testing is crucial. You can test your pool’s pH using test strips or a liquid test kit. It’s recommended to check the pH level at least once a week, especially during the swimming season. If your pool’s pH level is outside the ideal range, you can adjust it using chemicals. Adding muriatic acid or sodium bisulfate can lower the pH if it's too high, while adding sodium carbonate (soda ash) can raise the pH if it's too low.
Seaway Water Supply can help you ensure that the water you receive for your pool is free from impurities that may affect its pH. Our treated water delivery service helps establish a stable pH level right from the start, so you don’t have to deal with imbalanced water issues. Additionally, our experts can provide guidance on how to maintain that balance over time, ensuring that your pool stays healthy, safe, and enjoyable for swimmers. By starting with the right water from Seaway Water Supply, you set the foundation for easy pool care.