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Are salt water pools worth it?

Many homeowners find that saltwater pools are well worth the investment. Saltwater pools contain less chlorine than traditional pools. They are gentler on the skin, causing less irritation to the eyes and hair and less damage to swimsuits. Plus, they have lower maintenance costs than chlorinated pools.

What are the disadvantages of salt water pools?

Saltwater pools are slightly more expensive to install than chlorinated pools with similar features. In addition, salt pools contain more complex filtration systems, which often require the help of experienced technicians even for minor problems.

Are salt water pools high maintenance?

Saltwater pools require less maintenance than chlorinated pools. This is because the salt cells in a saltwater system only produce chlorine as needed.

How long does salt water last in a pool?

The salt added to your pool water will last indefinitely, continuously cycling between salt and chlorine. It will only need to be replenished with splash out, backwashing, and rainstorm overflows.

How often does a salt water pool need to be resurfaced?

This will vary depending on the type of pool. For example, cement or plaster pools require resurfacing every 3 to 7 years, while fiberglass pools can go as long as 15 to 30 years before needing resurfacing.

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Tetiana Sitiugina-Babiuk

Tetiana Sitiugina-Babiuk

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