FAQ

Taking care of a pool is an extremely difficult job. Every pool owner wants their water to be clean, clear, and healthy? Unfortunately, it can be hard to know where to start if your pool is having problems. If you have cloudy water, algae problems, or leaks, don’t worry. Lubbock Pool Service has helped countless pool owners solve their problems. Our team of professional pool technicians are available today to diagnose your pool and provide affordable solutions to your problems. If you would like to discuss your pool’s problems give us a call. Below are some of the most common questions our team receives.

Why do I Need to Keep my Pool Chemically Balanced?
Crystal clear and healthy water should be the goal of every pool owner. The water in your pool needs a delicate chemical balance to achieve this goal. High or low pH levels can cause corrosion, skin and eye irritation, cloudy water, or clogs in your filter. Incorrect alkalinity can cause similar problems. Luckily, the team at Lubbock Pool Service has years of experience perfectly balancing water in all types of pools. We will test your pool and help you achieve a perfect pool water chemical balance.

What does Shocking a Pool Mean?
You’ve probably heard the term shocking a pool by many pool owners. Shock is a sanitizer that eliminates waste and kills bacteria in your pool. It comes as a package of calcium hypochlorite. Shock can be used as part of your weekly pool cleaning regiment. The chemicals in pool shock can be dangerous and safety equipment should always be used when applying it. Gloves, googles and masks should be used during the application. Our team will provide pool shock services during our weekly pool cleaning services.

Why does my Pool have Algae or Mold?
Algae and mold are common a pool owner may face. Sanitizing and maintaining a perfect chemical balance are a great start to avoid algae. Regularly skimming and vacuuming leaves and debris will also help reduce the risk of algae and mold growth. A malfunctioning filter could also be the cause of your algae growth. Our team can help you solve your algae and mold problem. We will diagnose your pool and water and provide the appropriate solution. We are available today to rid your pool of algae and mold.

Is my Pool Leaking?
All pools lose some water daily to evaporation. A leak normally means you are losing more than 1/2” of water daily. If you pool liner has multiple water stain levels, this could mean you have a leak. If there are puddles of water or overgrown grass on your property, you may have an underground pipe leak. Most leaks will have to be repaired by a professional. Lubbock Pool Service provides expert leak detection and leak repair services. We have years of experience repairing all types of leaks and will have your leak repaired in no time. Feel free to email or call our customer service team if you have a pool leak.