Beware of Pests: How To Keep Your Pool Area Clean

February 7th, 2024

JR Pool Plastering & Texas Gunite Ltd. is committed to your health and safety above all. We offer excellent pool remodeling and repair services, as well as tips on how best to keep your pool in tip-top shape all year long.

We have over 40 years in the pool business and know everything there is to know about pool remodeling and maintenance. To get started on your pool journey, don’t hesitate to call our team today! We also offer financial services, so no matter your budget, you can rest assured your pool can look as beautiful as ever.

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Avoid Mosquito Infestations Around Your Pool

Pools can be tricky beasts to care for, taking up a lot of time, effort, and maintenance. Without careful management, you could wind up with a pool that is slowly falling apart at the seams. For instance, your pool’s plaster could disintegrate, leaving you and your loved ones in danger of injuries. Your pool’s coping and tile may break; this could lead to bloody toes and feet, as well as a too-hot surface.

Another health hazard that could develop is a possible mosquito infestation. Mosquitos are particularly dangerous in that they spread many diseases, such as the West Nile or Zuka virus. Most unfortunate of all, they thrive in places with dirty, stagnant water, such as pools. Mosquitos lay their larvae in this water, which grow to maturity to form other mosquitos and thus spread more disease.

To avoid this, you must ensure your pool has the right amount of chlorine. The rule of thumb is one ounce of chlorine per 75,000 gallons of water. Your pool’s pH should ideally be around 7; anything higher than 8 can lead to skin rashes. You should also ensure your pool’s filter is working as it should and make any necessary repairs, as that could be the cause of dirty pool water.

If you happen to have a saltwater pool, you pass water through a salt-chlorine generator instead of adding chlorine tablets. If the pH drops too low, then adding muriatic acid is recommended. Otherwise, you could be faced with skin irritation and other adverse effects.

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Ensure Your Pool Is Pest-Free Today!

Taking care of your pool doesn’t have to be a drama with JR Pool Plastering & Texas Gunite on your side. We help ensure your pool is working as it should through our pool services. We can replaster your pool, fix your tile and coping, and ensure your pool equipment is working as it should. If your filter is down and out, we can repair it, and of course, we can ensure your water is clean and pest-free.

Many of the problems of insect infestations and dirty pool water stem from an old, ailing, outdated pool. If your pool has seen better days, it may be time to consider a pool remodeling. We can update your pool and even add nifty water features for more aesthetically pleasing results. More practically, we can install handrails, lights, and even pool decking for accommodation purposes.

So what are you waiting for? Call JR Pool Plastering & Texas Gunite Ltd. today! Our team will ensure your pool is functional, beautiful, and – most importantly – pest-free.

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