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“Proper maintenance is the best way to keep pool on an infrequent basis can throw the chemical
air conditioners working at maximum effi ciency,” balance off as much as 10 to 12 humans.”
explains Teele. “When owners neglect taking care of When preventative measures break down, a
an a/c unit, it puts undo pressure on the system and professional is the best source for evaluating and
causes it to fail prematurely. We try to catch problems addressing problems.
before there’s any equipment failure.” “We see a lot of crises during the summer,” says
According to Teele, simple things like changing Albrecht. “The most common is probably the dreaded
fi lters every 30 days and getting an annual tune-up will green pool. Plumbing leaks, broken salt systems,
help keep the unit pumping out cool air even in triple- damaged pumps probably all tie for a close second.
digit temperatures. He emphasizes that waiting until Again, most of these problems can be avoided if the
the searing summer months to perform maintenance
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pool is maintained year round.”
is a recipe for disaster.
BALANCE: Checking a pool’s water chemistry is vital, says Steve
“We recommend preventative before it gets hot,” Albrecht, president of Arizona Household Services and manager
“Having even a small dog in the
Teele explains. “The unit has to work much harder,
of its 2 Steves Pool Care division.
and once the temperature hits 100, 105, it just can’t
pool on an infrequent basis can
keep up and the motor will fail. Neglecting your air- causes of pool issues, and neglect is by far the fi rst in
throw the chemical balance off
conditioning unit can cut the appliance’s life in half.” that category,” explains Albrecht. “Improper chemical
as much as 10 to 12 humans.”
balance can cause staining or damage the equipment,
Steve Albrecht of 2 Steves Pool Care
“Neglecting your air-conditioning unit
neglecting your fi lters can lead to expensive repairs,
can cut the appliance’s life in half.”
and failing to regularly remove debris can cause
plumbing leaks and harm your pump.” Albrecht says one of the biggest problems pool
Tony Teele of Hendel’s Air Conditioning
Albrecht advises pool owners to do weekly owners can encounter is hiring someone who is not a
inspections to spot any leaks or performance true professional.
Well-maintained systems offer the added problems. In addition, he recommends routinely “It isn’t diffi cult for pretty much anybody with a
benefi t of energy effi ciency, resulting in decreased emptying fi lter baskets, checking the water chemistry truck to print up a few business cards and start fi nding
environmental impact and signifi cant savings on and cleaning or backwashing the fi lter according to customers,” warns Teele. “Look for professionals who
electric bills. the manufacturer’s instructions. Special attention have gone to the trouble of forming a company, who
“Routine maintenance really pays off,” says Teele. should be given to pools after any unusual activity, are licensed, bonded and insured if possible.”
“It’s necessary for optimum performance and for such as a heavy storm or a pool party involving a large To learn more about proper air-conditioning care
avoiding expensive repairs or even replacement.” number of people. and maintenance, contact Hendel’s Air Conditioning
Albrecht also points out that seemingly harmless at 480-813-1700 or visit www.hendels.com. For
Pool neglect a no-no habits can cause major problems for pool owners. pool service information, call 2 Steves Pool Care at
Steve Albrecht, president of Arizona Household Tossing small toys or rocks into the water can lead to 480-650-9693 or visit www.2StevesPools.com.
Services and manager of its 2 Steves Pool Care division, signifi cant equipment damage, and allowing pets to
notes proper maintenance is vital for crystal clear use the pool can disrupt water chemistry.
Miriam Van Scott of Kerby Estates is a freelance writer and
swimming pools as well. “We discourage people from having dogs in the
Chandler transplant from the Washington, D.C. area. She can be
“Neglect and abuse are the two most frequent pool,” Albrecht says. “Having even a small dog in the
reached at Miriam@SanTanSun.com.
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