Why follow a weekly maintenance checklist?
Less improvisation, more peace of mind
When you know exactly what to check and when to do it, pool care stops being a burden. A well-structured checklist turns maintenance into a simple, effective routine, eliminating unpleasant surprises.
A routine that saves time, water, and chemicals
Reviewing key points each week helps you catch small deviations early, preventing bigger issues. It protects water quality and your wallet.
What to review every week in your pool
Water level and potential losses
Make sure the water level sits between half and two thirds of the skimmer. If it drops more than normal without an obvious cause, there may be a leak. Heat and splashing also lower the level, so watch closely.
Water’s visual condition: clarity, color, and odors
The first look says a lot. Water should appear clear, without greenish tones or cloudiness. It should also “smell clean,” not of chemicals or stagnation. If something stands out, it’s time to act.
Cleaning walls, floor, and waterline
Brushing and vacuuming are essential. The waterline often accumulates oily residues or pollen; keeping it clean improves the overall look. The floor can hide fine particles that cloud the water.
Filter and pump prefilter check
The filter is your pool’s lung. Clean the pump’s prefilter and check whether the sand or cartridge filter needs cleaning. If it’s saturated, it won’t filter properly—and the water will show it.
Water testing: pH, chlorine, and other key parameters
Use a quick test kit to measure pH, chlorine, alkalinity, or hardness. Adjust values as needed. An off-balance pH can make chlorine underperform or irritate the skin.
Detailed checklist: step by step so you don’t miss a thing
Monday: general inspection and basic testing
- Check the water level
- Assess clarity and odor
- Measure pH and chlorine
- Adjust if needed
Wednesday: partial cleaning and tweaks if needed
- Brush walls and the waterline
- Clean the floor with a leaf net or robotic cleaner
- Check the pump prefilter
Friday: shock treatment or preventive boost
- If there’s been rain, heavy use, or heat, apply a shock treatment
- Add algaecide if due
- Inspect the filter and do a backwash if it’s a sand filter
Sunday: full cleaning and prep for the week
- Thoroughly clean floor and walls
- Test all key parameters
- Add slow-dissolving chlorine or multifunction tablets
- Final check of the filter and skimmers
Tools that make your weekly checklist easier
Apps, reminders, and home automation to stay on track
Use weekly alarms or pool-specific apps to track completed tasks. If you have home automation, schedule filtration or receive automatic alerts.
Quick test kits and multifunction products
A good test kit speeds up water checks. Multifunction tablets also simplify treatment by combining chlorine, flocculant, and algaecide in one step.
A checklist tailored to your pool: flexibility and common sense
Pools aren’t all the same, and what works for one may be unnecessary for another. Adapt this guide to your case: very large pools, daily use, or trees nearby may require reinforcing some tasks. The key is to observe and adjust.
