Calcium deposits are formed on surfaces that touch hard water. Even though these deposits occur naturally, they can cost you a lot of money if you do not eliminate them. Calcium deposits can cause a water heater to increase fuel use by 40 percent or more. It is beneficial to observe these deposits and withdrawals when possible.
Measure the amount of lime in swimming pool water
Measuring the level of lime in the water in your swimming pool is in fact the same as measuring the hardness of the water, always given in TH (hydrometric strength). Very easily carried out thanks to bands with colorimetric indicators, this test will make it possible to determine the concentration of calcium and magnesium carbonate (and therefore of limestone) in the water in our basin.
Generally speaking, it is estimated that the ideal TH for swimming pool water should be between 10°F and 20°F. Beyond 20°F, the east is said to be hard. And above 25°F , it is considered that its lime concentration is too high: it must therefore be treated with an anti-lime product.
Why is having lime in your swimming pool a problem?
If pool owners hunt limestone like this, it’s not for nothing. Having excess lime in your swimming pool can indeed be the cause of various problems.
First of all, at the level of the interior of the basin. Because the more our pool is loaded with limestone, the more “chance” we have of seeing it build up from the inside.
And this is well at the level of the waterline as at the level of the walls and the bottom (especially if one has opted for a swimming pool liner as a coating). And a scaled pool is a pool whose water will be cloudy, and whose walls will be covered with gray or whitish deposits.
Stains which, in addition to being unsightly, will promote the appearance of ‘impurities and algae development. Without forgetting the possible inconvenience for swimmers: possible irritation of the skin and eyes.
But that’s not all: having too much lime can also be dangerous for the filtration system of the swimming pool. Indeed, when there is too much lime in our water, it will simply build up scale and prevent the proper functioning of the swimming pool filter.
Instructions to remove large calcium deposits from water heater
- Drain all water from the water heater tank.
- Remove the drain valve. With a wrench, unscrew the valve.
- Insert a long, narrow brush through space from which you have removed the drain valve. Rub each inside surface of the bottom of the tank with the brush.
- Reinstall the drain valve. Apply Teflon tape on the outside of the valve to prevent leaks.
- Open the drain valve and attach a garden hose to it.
- Open the water supply through the hose and in the water heater. Leave on for 15 to 20 seconds and then turn it off.
- Let all the water drain out of the tank.
- Repeat this filling and draining process until the water draining from the stove is clear.
How to remove limescale in the swimming pool
If you live in an area where the water is hard (TH greater than 20), the limestone will represent a real danger for our pool and our equipment. To avoid having to change our liner or completely empty our pool to scrub the limestone from the walls, it is better to act upstream.
To do this, we can:
- Buy a lime stabilizer from a pool equipment store to prevent lime deposits in the pool.
- Check that the pool water is not too hot, as a high temperature favors the formation of scale.
- Carry out at least 3 limescale removal treatments per year. The first to commissioning the pool, the next in mid-season, and finally the last before putting the pool in winter. Obviously, if our pool shows signs of scaling outside of these 3 periods, we apply an limescale removal treatment and we rub the walls well.
Professional Limescale Removal Services for Your Pool
Here at the specialty aquatic tile cleaning by limescale removal, we offer a wide range of pool cleaning with limescale removal services! I will first start off by telling you that a clean pool is a lot more enjoyable. When your pool is clean and everything is right, you can expect to swim with your eyes open and not worry!
Pool Tile Cleaning and Replacement
When you get your pool tile repaired or replaced by us, you can expect everything to look as good as new. We can help you if they’re discolored as well!
Pool Makeover Special
Another service that we offer as well would be our pool makeover special. If your pool hasn’t received the care and attention that it requires you can probably start to notice some discoloration going on. How we address this issue is first we have to completely drain the pool, followed by an acid wash to clean the plaster, and then lastly calcium removal on the tiles. But just like any other job, it all depends on the pool size!
Power Washing
The third most popular service that we offer would be power washing. When we power wash you can expect to have your deck completely clear of any old dirt marks. This is usually what people get as well as the pool makeover. These both go together really well, leaving your backyard as you could remember it years ago.
Many pool owners know that owning a pool can be difficult at first and very irritating. So why go through all the problems that arise with pool owners when you could have a trusted company like specialty aquatic tile cleaning take care of it for you!
Here at specialty aquatic tile cleaning, we charge by the linear foot. Sometimes very rarely, though, it is by the square foot. Our goal is to satisfy our customers and demolish the competition. We offer free estimates to anyone within 35 miles of us. So why are you waiting?
Pick up the phone and call 626-275-8959 and get your free estimate!
Why Should You Work With a Pool Maintenance Professional?
There are several reasons why you should hire a professional to take care of your pool.
The first and most important reason is to maintain the chemical integrity of your pool water.
Chemically treating a swimming pool can be very frustrating for pool owners, at least if you want to maintain a level of quality!
In fact, this is a big reason why people prefer a professional review of their pool, as it can be confusing for someone who doesn’t know what they are doing.
Most importantly, your swimming pool is a breeding ground for nasty little organisms. Proper chemical treatment can effectively treat water and ensure the health and well-being of your family.
The next big reason for hiring a pool maintenance professional is to properly maintain the pool equipment. Most owners are not good at mechanically and are a little intimidated by the pool equipment.
In addition, there are many moving parts and if anything moved, it could drastically affect the normal operation of your pool and its filtration process.
A pool maintenance professional will not only keep your pool running smoothly, but will also use preventative maintenance techniques to save you time and money.
The last and most important reason to hire professionals is to enjoy your pool!
Pick up the phone and call 626-275-8959 and get your free estimate! Proudly taking care of Covina CA and all of its pool owners!
Also, call us with questions regarding your pool!