How do i get started keeping a new 10′ diameter easy set pool clean? all of this is new to me. do i need to check ph and bacteria levels every day? Are there any good products that are natural? Help!! thought i was just getting an inexpensive way to keep my kids cool and occupied this summer.

Question:

How do i get started keeping a new 10′ diameter easy set pool clean? all of this is new to me. do i need to check ph and bacteria levels every day? Are there any good products that are natural? Help!! thought i was just getting an inexpensive way to keep my kids cool and occupied this summer.

Answer:

Free chlorine, pH and total alkalinity are you 3 key tests to monitor 2 - 3 times a week. Keep the chlorine up between 1 - 3 ppm in order to keep the bacteria and other contaminants in check. The balance will come easier with experience.