Pool

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
07/02/2008 21:36

Can anyone give me advice on skimmer pools ie water cleaning,how long before we change water etc.

kind regards jock

glencoe


Joined: 01/02/2008
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
07/02/2008 21:47

Hi Jock,

You should not have to change the water at all providing the pool is properly looked after, if the pool is a chlorine one the chemicals do all the work, the pool may require to be topped up occasionally, it does not matter whether it is a skimmer pool or an overflow one the principal is the same if the pool is maintained filters regularly cleaned out, backwashed, and the PH levels monitored regularly you should have no bother, the same applies to saline pools although the cell in a saline pool requires a lot more care

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
07/02/2008 22:12

Thanks glencoe, all information greatfully recived, the builder told us our house will be ready this month, however we will be over by april thanks again jock.

simma



Joined: 03/02/2008
Posts: 346

Message Posted:
08/02/2008 00:58

where have you purchased glencoe?

glencoe


Joined: 01/02/2008
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
08/02/2008 06:41

Hi Simma,

I Am in Esentepe and have been here for five years

Jock if you want me to check progress just let me know

LOL

li n lee


Joined: 09/10/2007
Posts: 144

Message Posted:
09/02/2008 01:17

top website for accessories is poolstore.co.uk cheapest anywhere hope this helps

jacko


Joined: 20/11/2007
Posts: 193

Message Posted:
11/02/2008 11:05

hi

Could you tell me who you all tend to use do your pool maintenance or can this be done yourself and approx monthly cost please.

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
11/02/2008 11:12

Hi jacko

i intend to do the maintenance my self ,if its just a case of adding chemicals.

jacko


Joined: 20/11/2007
Posts: 193

Message Posted:
11/02/2008 11:22

Jock1 i was quoted by one company £40 a month for pool maintenance this seems an awful lot to fork out just to add chemicals

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
11/02/2008 11:32

jacko i agree, dont think it will cost as much if you are doing it yourself.

glencoe


Joined: 01/02/2008
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
16/02/2008 09:32

Hi Guys,

Jock - it is not just about adding chemicals

It is not all about DIY and just treating a pool with chemicals, as I have a vested interest I don't really like getting involved in this type of discussion

But I will try to explain some of the things required

Filters have to be cleaned - regularly, on Saline pools the cell has to be removed and has to be cleaned - regularly

The pool has to be hoovered and backwashed and the pool walls scrubbed down, the PH levels have to be checked regularly, the main filter sand has to be changed occasionally.

In the event that the wrong amount of chemical is used sickness and eye problems can occur, if the maintenance is not carried out properly the manufacturers warranty on the pumproom equipment is null and void

These are just a few of the things to think about

Best of luck

orangekazzie



Joined: 31/07/2007
Posts: 1091

Message Posted:
16/02/2008 10:18

Hi Jock1/Jacko

I agree completely with Greg.

Unfortunately people are excited to think they have their own pool but tend to forget everything that goes with the maintenance of a pool. Its not just a case of filling it with water and chucking the odd cup of chlorine in. There is a lot of other things that need to be taken care of to keep a pool looking healthy and stop the water turning green.

I think you should be prepared to factor in a cost of between £500 - £650 per year for total maintenance costs.

Karen

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
16/02/2008 11:52

glencoe/orangekazzie

I thank you for your wisdom,every day is a school day, i will learn as much as i can, glencoe, i realise you have a vested interest and wouldnt want to take any of it away from you, any knowledge is gratefully received ie the cost of the equipment you mentioned, like i say i am not trying to take anything away from you (well maye a little know how) thanks again guys

kind regards jock

Turtle


Joined: 28/05/2007
Posts: 2669

Message Posted:
16/02/2008 14:07

Sounds about right, we have a 8m x 5m pool and been quoted £600 a year maintenance I thought it was a bit high but it seems the going rate.

peace


Joined: 16/02/2008
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
17/02/2008 01:20

Hello Everyone, who is need help about pool or pool problems. Maybe i can help. Please just ask.

Regards

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 11:34

Hi glencoe, have tried to get your web page but its not coming up, is it http://www.glencoecyprus.com

regards jock

gentle


Joined: 25/01/2008
Posts: 29

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 18:23

We bought our equipment for around £125 and then all the chemicals for about 100. Why not get someone to train you to do your pool. There is a guy called tom (0533 877 5244) who trains people. He charges £350 which includes your training of 6-8 lessons and equipment and chemicals..

If you dont want to be trained John at the mambo bar does pools and i have heard he is very good. Charges are about the same £50 per month for 8x4 £60 per month for 10x5

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 18:56

Thanks gentle thats the information i have been looking for, is that a mobile

number in north cyprus.

kind regards jock

pilgrim



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1404

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 22:17

Had pool heater fitted last year (heat pump) builder switched on today! will be ready for thursday can,t wait. any members welcome if you fancy a dip.

simma



Joined: 03/02/2008
Posts: 346

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 22:23

Hi Pilgrim, what kind of heater? I'm having one installed, it's a siphon heat pump which works like an air conditioning unit.

John.

pilgrim



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1404

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 22:41

Probably the same bought off Cyprus Heat Pumps excellent service. worked fantastically well in November last, first time this year.

welcome to see mine working

breezyboy


Joined: 14/05/2007
Posts: 1179

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 22:52

Hi Pilgrim,

Have bought same, for fitting soon, from Cyprus Heat pumps. cant wait to hear your results. Please post them.

Breezyboy

pilgrim



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1404

Message Posted:
24/02/2008 23:03

Will do soon as I get back about 6th

glencoe


Joined: 01/02/2008
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
25/02/2008 03:31

Hi Jock

Sorry I missed your post about the web site - yes it is

www,glencoecyprus.com

and you should have nae bother using Google, I just hit on your typed link and it came up OK

greg

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
25/02/2008 10:39

Hi glencoe got it no bother, will be in touch.

regards jock

Tiggy


Joined: 25/07/2007
Posts: 1994

Message Posted:
25/02/2008 13:43

Hello Pilgrim,



Any idea what he cost of running the heater would be?



Happy days in your pool.



P.

gentle


Joined: 25/01/2008
Posts: 29

Message Posted:
25/02/2008 18:46

Sorry Jock ofline yes it is a mobile in north cyprus just put 0090 and knock off the 0 before o533 if ringing from england. Glad to be of help

pilgrim



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1404

Message Posted:
25/02/2008 19:33

Tiggy, heater running costs, about the same as running air con in villa during summer, bills were same in october and november when heater was running but not air con. We thought it was worth it as it was great to swim in 82degrees on cool evenings, felt like a bath.

regards

p