Whether or not pool maintenance is worth it depends on a number of factors. Most importantly the knowledge, systems, and training of the specific provider you’re looking into. But equally as important is your own expertise, the size and complexity of your pool, and the value of your time. I always tell new pool owners, “Pool maintenance is not rocket science, but there is a very steep learning curve”. In general, hiring a professional to maintain your pool can provide a number of benefits that will often make it worth the cost.

One of the most important benefits of hiring a professional to maintain your pool is safety. Properly maintaining your pool’s water chemistry is essential for preventing algae growth and not propagating other potential health hazards. It may not seem like it, but a swimming pool with clear water can still be a dangerous breeding ground for germs. An un-sanitized pool not only makes a nice home for dangerous bacteria and virus’s to grow, it will also provide an easy transmission path to spread those pathogens between swimmers. Proper pH and chlorine levels are critical to ensuring pathogens are being eliminated and before they have a chance to make someone sick.

Another advantage of hiring a professional to maintain your pool is the expertise and proficiency they bring to the job. Improper water chemistry balance is the root cause of most of the pool issues we run into. Whether it be a simple algae bloom, or a broken heater, a professional pool service provider should have the specialized knowledge, training, and equipment to properly test and balance your pools water. Which will help to you avoid problems and ensure that your pool stays clean and properly maintained.

Additionally, hiring a professional to maintain your pool can save you time and be a great convenience. Maintaining a pool can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive task that requires specialized equipment. Hiring a professional can save you the time and effort of climbing that steep learning curve, as well as staying on top of the routine tasks that need to be done on a regular basis if you’re going to keep your pool ready to enjoy.

Ultimately, pool maintenance is a task that can be completed by the average home owner but hiring a professional can ensure your pool is safe, save you time, and prevent problems before they have a chance to arise. It usually takes between 150 and 200 hours for a new hire at to graduate to pool specialist, so if you have the extra time to to learn, and don’t mind spending an hour or two a week long term then it doing it yourself might be an option. If thats not the case a good pool service company is well worth their cost.

To learn more about taking a proactive approach to pool care, check out this article, The Four Pillars of Proactive Pool Care, by Orenda Technologies.