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Swim Pools Inc

(on franke park)
Contractors in Fort Wayne, IN
Contractors
Home Services
Swimming Pool Supplies

Location

515 Franke Park Dr
Fort Wayne, IN
46808

About

Swim Pools Inc., in Fort Wayne Indiana, has been servicing the Fort Wayne area since 1955. When you visit us, you will see the difference in not only our service, but our expertise as well. From chemicals to filters, we have what you need to help protect and clean your pool. Visit us today at 515 Franke Park Drive in Fort Wayne, or give us a call at 260-482-4679, and find out why we are more than your average pool cleaning store!

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Maintaining the water balance of your pool can be extremely important. If not maintained correctly, you can expect problems to multiple areas like an abundance of germs and bacteria, damage to the skin and eyes of swimmers, and corrosion to pieces of pool equipment.
Do you know how to backwash your pool filter, or if your filter requires backwashing? If you have a sand or D.E. filter, reversing the flow of water through the filter periodically is necessary to flush out debris and dirt in the system.
Bather load is defined as the capacity of a swimming pool, usually over a given period of time. Bather load is often determined by the capacity of water treatment equipment rather than the literal volume of the pool.
Maintaining swimming pools is no easy task. The importance of a pool cleaning routine means time and knowledge of chemistry, plumbing, filtration and cleaning. Considering the expense of building a pool, proper maintenance is the best way to protect that investment.
The American Diabetes Association stresses the important of regular exercise, such as swimming, and that diabetics get 150 minutes a week of moderate exercise. This exercise can help aid glycemic control.
There’s nothing less inviting than a dirty swimming pool, particularly if it’s the beginning of a new season. We can use chlorine and other chemicals to get your pool clean and to keep it that way until the winter.
Maintaining the proper chemical balance in your pool can be an exercise in advanced chemistry. Our crews have the expertise to deliver the proper mix so that the water is safe and not irritating to the eyes and skin of swimmers.
Did you know that suntan lotion, hair spray and even perspiration and dead skin can build up in your pool? These contaminants can stop your chlorine from keeping the pool clean. We know when to apply shock, when necessary, as part of regular pool cleaning.
There are several important reasons why your pool water must be kept at a specific chemical balance. Not only will it keep the pool safe and healthy to swim it, but it will maximize the lifespan of your pool equipment as well.
As part of our pool services, we will be able to detect signs of deterioration such as cracked or chipped floor tiles early on. This way, it can be repaired before it has time to become a safety issue and you end up with a much larger repair bill.
Remember, keeping the water in your pool properly balanced is critical to your family’s health. Not only does it keep harmful bacteria and algae from moving in, it can also create a more enjoyable swimming atmosphere.
Did you know that your swimming pool could help you to live longer? That's actually the conclusion of a study by University of South Carolina researchers. The study focused on more than 40,000 men, but researchers say the results should be the same for women.
Pure water has a natural pH very close to 7, which indicates a balance between acidic and alkaline compounds. For safe swimming conditions and optimal chemical performance, pool water should have a pH rating between 7.2 and 7.8.
When summer heat sets in, a solar pool heater can be used to help cool the water in your pool. Simply adjust the settings so that the pump runs it through the system at night to remove the heat absorbed during the day.
So what’s involved in weekly professional pool service? Your technician will generally shock the pool (add chlorine and other chemicals as needed), skim surface debris, vacuum the pool, check the filters for debris, and clean the pump and pump basket.
We recognize that not everyone realizes the level of maintenance and care they’ll have to put into their pool when they buy a home that already has one. If you need a little help keeping up with everything, we’re always happy to lend a hand.
It’s important to remember that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. If you’re considering putting your home on the real estate market, it’s smart to start bringing in a pool service now to get your pool into shape.
There are alternatives to chlorine purification available. Besides saltwater systems, there is also ozone, UV, or oxidation reduction. We can discuss these systems with you and explain what maintenance will need to be performed to keep them in good condition.
We understand that many homeowners don’t like the idea of keeping pool chemicals around the house because of curious children and pets. Using our service could give you extra peace of mind.
If you have an older pool, and it is equipped with lights, check to make sure it has a GFI (ground fault interrupter) switch. If not, there is a danger of being shocked while swimming with the lights turned on. Have one installed.
Did you know that swimming pools require maintenance even when you are on vacation? Whether anyone has been swimming in it or not, your pool needs to be regularly cleaned and the chemicals monitored/adjusted.
As part of servicing your pool, your technician will check your strainer baskets to ensure they are not clogged, are free of algae growth, and show no evidence of cracking. This is important, as evidence of cracking can indicate an issue with the motor and pump.
Your pool is going to need a great deal of work to open it for summer if it was neglected during winter. We will take everything from pH balancing to screening out leaves and debris, sweeping the pool floor, and measuring chlorine levels.
Does it ever feel like you can never take a swim in the evenings because of maintenance you have to do for your pool before you can use it? When you want to ensure your pool is always in shape for a swim, we’re here to help.
Proper maintenance of your swimming pool’s pump and motor is critical to keeping your water clean and healthy. Regular servicing of these components helps ensure that the units are dry and free of debris and clutter, and that there are no obvious signs of leaks.
Real estate agents say swimming pools are desirable features for many house buyers. You should be able to add approximately 50 to 70 percent of the cost of a swimming pool to the purchase price for your home when you decide to sell.
Your standard swimming pool usually has seven major elements: a basin to hold the water, a motorized pump to move the water, filters to clean out debris, a chemical feeder system to balance water additives, drains to empty the pool, returns to get water back to the pool and PVC plumbing to connect everything together.

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Company name
Swim Pools Inc
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FAQs

  • What is the phone number for Swim Pools Inc in Fort Wayne IN?
    You can reach them at: 260-482-4679. It’s best to call Swim Pools Inc during business hours.
  • What is the address for Swim Pools Inc on franke park in Fort Wayne?
    Swim Pools Inc is located at this address: 515 Franke Park Dr Fort Wayne, IN 46808.