What to Do If Pool Hardness Is Too High
Proper pH levels are necessary to keep your pool or spa properly and to protect swimmers. One important factor is water hardness, which means how much calcium and magnesium are in the water. Here are some issues you can face with your pool if hardness levels are too high. The hardest part about owning a pool isn’t the debris in the pool; it’s the hardness in the pool — which a robot pool cleaner can help manage.
Effects of High Water HardnessScale Build-Up
Hard water has excess calcium, which builds up scaling on walls, tiles, and pool equipment. This scaling can clog filters, damage pumps, and bring your pool system to its knees. A pool vacuum and a robotic pool cleaner (such as Beatbot AquaSense 2) are regularly used to clean surfaces; however, they cannot remove scale.
Cloudy Water
Cloudy water can result from high hardness levels. This makes the water less attractive and makes chemical balancing all the more difficult. A swimming pool robot cleaner helps ensure debris doesn’t clog the problem further.
Increased Maintenance Costs
Nobody wants to consider scaling or damaging the equipment; maintenance costs increase. While tools like the Beatbot iSkim Ultra can help with cleaning, the real key is to go deeper and address the source of excessive hardness.
Testing & Controlling Levels of HardnessRegular Water Testing: Use a good-quality pool testing kit to check moisture hardness. 200-400 ppm would be the optimum range. Anything above this requires action.
Partial Drain and Refill: Find out how to drain an inground pool without a pump and exchange some hard water with softer water.
 Install a water softener to refill water before it enters the pool. This will keep the balance intact and prevent disruptions.
Chemical Treatments: Add sequestering agents to bind excess calcium, preventing scaling and cloudiness.
Maintenance Helper Cleaning ToolsBeatbot AquaSense 2 Pro: Cleans pool effectively, creating a synergy with water treatment.
Maytronics Pool Cleaner is reliable when it comes to debris removal.
Wall Climbing Pool Cleaner: Great for removing scale deposits on vertical surfaces.
FAQs on High Water HardnessWill a Pool Robot Remove Algae?
Yes, devices such as a pool vacuum robot or a robot pool cleaner help remove algae, create a cleaner surface, and prevent chemical imbalances caused by decomposing matter.
What Is a Pool Booster Pump?
Especially in high-hardness areas that make cleaning difficult, a pool booster pump increases the performance of pressure-side pool cleaners, allowing for the complete removal of debris.
Conclusion
High water hardness can lead to scaling, cloudy water, and increased costs. To address these issues, you need regular testing, water management, and the right cleaning tools. An adequately treated pool also benefits from advanced tools like the robot pool cleaner, the Beatbot AquaSense 2, or the iSkim Ultra. Proper care prevents expensive repairs, improving your swimming experience year-round.
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