Why Pool Maintenance Matters

Regular care prevents costly repairs, protects swimmer health, and extends the life of your pool.

Why is pool maintenance essential?

Being pool enthusiasts and experts, we often advise pool owners to have their pools cleaned at least once every week. It is also important to have your pool's water chemistry balanced properly to ensure it stays safe and in top working condition. A monthly pool maintenance and service plan provides numerous benefits including:

  • Saving you valuable time and money over the long run
  • Keeping your pool in top working condition
  • Saving energy by keeping pool equipment efficient
  • Catching small repairs before they become expensive ones
  • Maintaining a clean, safe pool every day of the year
  • Protecting swimmers from harmful bacteria, contaminants, and germs

At Aqua Oasis, we offer weekly and monthly pool maintenance and cleaning services. We can come to your home or commercial property at your preferred time to keep it in tip-top shape all year long.

Your pool will not function properly when total alkalinity and pH are too high or too low — and neither will the pool be safe when the water is too soft or too hard. Our trained and experienced technicians ensure pool water remains balanced properly all year long. This not only prevents waterborne bacteria and contaminants from spreading but also keeps you and your loved ones safe from burning eyes and itchy skin.

Taking care of your investment shouldn't be stressful. We're here to make sure your pool continually brings relaxation and a lot of fun to your family — not stress.

If you're looking for efficient and professional pool service in New Braunfels, TX, look no further than Aqua Oasis. Trust a company that will have your swimming pool looking clean and attractive in no time. We will continue working until you're completely satisfied. Contact us today.

Properly maintaining a pool and its equipment can be a daunting task — but then, that's why we are here. — Aqua Oasis Pool Service Owner
Pool Care 101

Helpful facts about pool maintenance

A few of the things every pool owner should know.

Brush walls and tile

Brushing helps minimize algae buildup and calcium deposits so they don't fester and become larger problems.

Skim regularly

Skimming the surface every few days is one of the fastest ways to keep your pool clean. Floating debris eventually sinks, becoming harder to remove. Skimming also boosts circulation efficiency and lowers chlorine demand.

Test the water

The pH scale runs from 0 to 14. A reading between 7.2 and 7.8 is ideal — safe for swimmers and helps sanitizers work at top efficiency.

Watch for chloramines

Organic contaminants like ammonia or nitrogen build up over time. Large amounts can interact with chlorine to form chloramines, which give off the potent "chlorine smell" many people associate with pools.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions we hear most often.

What types of pool maintenance services do you offer?

We offer weekly, bi-weekly, and once-a-month pool maintenance, as well as green pool treatments, filter cleanings, and equipment repairs.

Do you close pools for winter in Texas?

In Central Texas, most companies generally do not close pools because our winters are so mild. It is normally cost effective to leave them open.

How often should I get my filters cleaned?

We recommend every six months, with a bare minimum of once a year.

How often should I change the sand in my sand filter?

Rule of thumb: every 3 to 5 years.

What's included in your weekly service?

A visit every week where we brush, net, and vacuum the pool. We check chemicals, shock and balance, clean out baskets, inspect equipment, and backwash the filter. You'll also receive a once-a-week report with a picture of your pool when we leave.

Do you offer maintenance on saltwater pools?

Yes, we do!

What areas do you service?

We service New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Spring Branch, Bulverde, Wimberley, San Marcos, Seguin, Schertz, Garden Ridge, Cibolo, and Selma.

Why does my spa keep draining into my pool?

Most likely it is due to a faulty check valve. We can diagnose and replace it.

Do you do pump replacements and installations?

Yes — we also do complete equipment remodels.

How often should I backwash my filter?

Whenever the filter pressure is 8–10 psi above the normal clean running pressure, or at least every three months.

Ready to put pool worries behind you?

Let our trained technicians take pool care off your plate so you can get back to enjoying your investment.