Quality Pool Water Testing in Cairns
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Testing For Pool Health
Get a clear idea about your swimming pool’s health with our pool water testing service at NQ Pool Supplies.
Our free in-house service tests more than just chlorine levels and pH balance. We also test for calcium hardness, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. For saltwater pools, we also test the salt levels.
Bring in a water sample to our Smithfield shop for an on-the-spot result and we’ll make recommendations on the types of chemical treatments needed.
We recommend taking your water sample no sooner than 48 hours after adding chemicals. Or leave the whole process to us as part of our
regular pool servicing program that covers the Cairns region.
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Getting The Balance Right
Did you know that weather conditions play a role in the chemical balance of your pool? At NQ Pool Supplies, we recommend the following program for your pool’s health:
- In winter: Testing can be done every two weeks as the need for chlorine is reduced. Keeping the summer chlorine schedule when it is not needed can damage your pool equipment.
- In summer: It’s peak season for swimming, which means testing should be performed twice a week – particularly for pH and chlorine levels. Other tests include calcium hardness, salt level, stabiliser and alkalinity.
- In the wet season: Torrential rain and storms play havoc with pH and chlorine levels. So, when the skies have cleared, test your water and monitor for algae outbreaks.
