The swimming pool ladder is something that many pool owners don’t give too much thought about — other than it gets them into and out of the pool. The swimming pool contractors from Advanced Pool Care in Memphis, TN talk about how to care for the swimming pool ladder.
There are essentially three ways to get into and out of a pool (well, four lol)
- A ladder
- A beach entry
- In pool steps
- Cannonball!
The pool contractors from Advanced Pools, Inc. in Memphis TN offer pool ladder advice to think about when you’re having your pool constructed. If you have an above ground pool, your contractor will make certain the pool ladder is securely fastened and that it easily lifts up and locks to keep children out of the water when no adults are around to supervise.
How to care for the swimming pool ladder
There are ways to care for the pool ladder that not only ensure it’s safe for use, but that it isn’t becoming a breeding ground for bacteria.
- The pool ladder cups need to be cleaned. These cups are what stabilize the ladder and keep it from banging against hte side of the pool. These cups can become home to algae and bacteria.
- The ladder should be checked to ensure it is tightly fastened
- The ladder needs to be inspected to ensure it isn’t getting rusted or corroded
- Your pool contractor will clean behind the pool ladder, around the handles and the individual steps to keep bacteria from growing
- Test the ladder between service visits to assure it’s tightly attached.
Ask us for additional pool ladder care tips when we pay our next service visit!
