The Hidden Benefits of a Professional Pool Startup After a Remodel

Remodeling your pool is an exciting process, whether you’re upgrading the aesthetics, enhancing functionality, or reviving an aging structure. However, one crucial step often overlooked by homeowners is the professional pool startup process. Ensuring your pool is properly balanced and maintained after a remodel is key to protecting your investment and enjoying long-term benefits. Here’s why a professional startup by Emerald Pool Care makes all the difference.

Why a Professional Pool Startup Matters

A pool startup is more than just filling the pool with water and turning on the pump. The first few weeks after a build are critical for the longevity of your pool’s surface and equipment. Proper care during this period prevents costly repairs down the road.

1. Ensuring Proper Plaster Curing The first 28 days post-build are crucial for curing. Improper water chemistry or neglect during this time can lead to scaling, etching, or mottling of the surface. Our team at Emerald Pool Care closely monitors calcium hardness, alkalinity, and pH levels to ensure a smooth and uniform finish, preserving the beauty of your pool.
2. Preventing Plaster Dust and Staining New plaster often releases calcium hydroxide, forming what is known as plaster dust. If left unattended, this can lead to staining and rough patches. Our team recommends a meticulous brushing and vacuuming schedule to remove excess plaster dust and prevent it from settling, ensuring a smooth and durable surface.
3. Perfecting Water Chemistry Balance

The first 30 days post-pool build require frequent adjustments to water chemistry to avoid damage to the new surface. Our experts carefully manage pH, alkalinity, and calcium levels, preventing issues like:

Etching: Caused by overly acidic water

Scaling: Due to high calcium levels

Discoloration: From improper chemical balance

Emerald Pool Care uses industry-best practices to keep your pool’s chemistry in check, ensuring long-term structural integrity.

4. Protecting Pool Equipment Unbalanced water can corrode pool equipment, including heaters, pumps, and filters. A professional startup ensures that your equipment operates efficiently without being exposed to harsh chemical imbalances that could lead to premature wear and tear.
5. Enhancing Long-Term Pool Longevity A proper startup isn’t just about the first month—it sets the foundation for the years to come. Poor startup practices can lead to recurring maintenance issues and costly repairs. By investing in a professional pool startup, you’re ensuring a pristine finish, balanced water chemistry, and optimized equipment performance for the long haul.

Trust Emerald Pool Care for a Flawless Post-Remodel Startup

At Emerald Pool Care, we specialize in ensuring your new pool starts off right. Our meticulous startup process guarantees a perfectly balanced pool, protecting your investment and giving you peace of mind.

Currently in the pool building process? Let our experts handle the startup process for a hassle-free transition. Contact us today to learn more!