Why is Water Circulation So Important for a Swimming Pool?

It has been said by many professionals in the pool industry that your pool’s water pump is the heart of the pool. Good circulation is as essential to our health, as it is for the health of your swimming pool, for a number of reasons.

The experts at Hobert Pools explain how the right pool equipment can help you maintain healthy water circulation and extend the life of your pool.

Sluggish Circulation Leads to Sludgy Waters

Just as bad circulation in ones body can lead to uncomfortable or serious health consequences, improper pool maintenance and poor water circulation can lead to drastic pool water results. Poorly circulated water does not properly disperse the sanitizing agents necessary to keep your pool clean and clear. The result? An unclean, and often green or white-tinged, pool.

Negative Effects on Other Equipment

Many pieces of equipment that help support your pool depend on having a good, healthy circulation flow in order to function properly. Take your heat pump, for example. Your pool’s “flow rate” (i.e. the volume and the speed at which your water is traveling through the circulation system) can either help the heat pump maintain optimal efficiency or it can render it useless if there is an inadequate flow rate.

An Increase in Utility Costs

Poor pool water circulation ultimately means a higher utility bill for you. Having an inefficient circulation system not only means that the chemicals are not being properly dispersed (which leads to an increase in chemical usage and costs), but it also means that heated water isn’t being properly circulated from the top of the pool down to the bottom and throughout. When properly circulated, this can significantly save a pool owner on their pool heating bills.

Tips for Maintaining Proper Water Flow

Checking your pool’s water flow and circulation needs to be a priority when performing pool maintenance. Here a few common tips for maintaining proper water flow:

• Check your pool filter regularly and make sure it is clean (a dirty filter slows flow rates)
• Check to see if the pool valves are fully open
• Regularly clean out your pool’s pump basket

If you ever have questions about your pool’s performance or circulation, the experts at Hobert Pools are here to help. Our Service & Repair team is ready to set you up with the best pool equipment in the industry. Contact us to learn more!

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Hobert Pools is a Dallas pool builder proudly serving Rockwall, Frisco & surrounding areas. Family-owned and operated since 1975, Hobert Pools specializes in new pool & spa construction, outdoor living design, natural pools, and fire & water feature aesthetics. Hobert Pools is uniquely qualified to build your backyard retreat.

For more Dallas pool design tips, subscribe to their blog and YouTube Channel or ‘Like’ them on Facebook. For pool design photos and inspiration, visit the gallery on their website, and see what Hobert Pools’ client recommended pool design and construction team can do for you. Ready to get started on your own backyard oasis? Contact the Dallas pool builders and pool renovation experts at Hobert Pools today!