The Best Q&A for Pool Maintenance: Circulation, Filtration, Chemistry | Backyard Family Fun

Backyard Family Fun brought to you by Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products   Dee Daniels sits down with Marshall Smith at Pride Pools’ Savannah location to answer common pool and spa questions for the May swim season. Marshall explains three core pillars of easy DIY pool maintenance—circulation (run the pump to prevent stagnation and reduce chemical costs), filtration (sand, cartridge, or DE, with sand being easiest to maintain), and chemistry (balancing pH, calcium hardness, total alkalinity, and metals, plus sanitizing, oxidizing/shocking, and algae treatment).   They define “shocking” as oxidation and recommend at least every two weeks during peak season, adjusting for bather load, pool size, environment, and adding fresh water. Ideal pH range is 7.2–7.6 (about 7.4 preferred) for swimmer comfort, water clarity, and equipment longevity. They also cover proper water-sample collection, Pride Pools’ free labeled bottles, where to take samples, and convenient drop-off boxes at Savannah and Claxton locations.   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:  00:00 Welcome and Season Kickoff 01:16 Pool Care Three Pillars 02:47 Circulation Run the Pump 04:03 Filtration Types Explained 05:44 Chemistry Balance and Sanitize 09:27 Shocking Oxidizing Basics 12:12 How Often to Shock 13:32 pH Sweet Spot 17:20 Water Testing Sample Tips 22:49 Drop Off Convenience and Wrap Up     LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS: TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to [email protected] PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK PRIDE POOLS on X PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE