Is there really a way to “set it and forget it” when you’re a pool owner? The swimming pool contractors from Advanced Pools, Inc in Memphis, TN share information on how timers help with pool care. You can’t truly ever walk completely away from the pool, but you will be able to have peace of mind in knowing that you did turn on the pool pump and filter or that you turned it off.
Adding a timer to the swimming pool is a convenience that is worth the expense of having them installed. Automation and timers can be added to a hot tub or a swimming pool either during the construction phase or as a quick remodeling project. Give us a call or let’s talk the next time we pay a service visit and we can let you know how automation will make pool care easier.
What we find to be a major benefit of automation is setting it up to turn on during the overnight hours and run the pool pump and filter then turning itself off once the recommended number of hours has been met. We find that many DIY pool owners or even those who work with us don’t always remember to turn on and then off the pool pump and filter.
Running these pieces of equipment long enough to turn the entire body of pool water over at least once a day is necessary to ensure clean water and completely circulated chemicals. Timers can also be added to the pool heater and jets for the hot tub. Turning on the pool pump and filter on the overnight hours could save you money because typically, electricity costs less at night than it does during the day when the draw is bigger.
How timers help with pool care
There are several types of timers including:
- Electronic times with digital read outs. These are energy efficient and won’t increase your utility bill if you have one installed
- Twist timers, These are low tech but effective and are most often seen in hot tubs and turn off the jets when you’ve been soaking for a predetermined time.
- Timers that connect to your smart phone via an app that can also give you insights and notifications if there are power outages.
Once the decision has been made to install a pool timer, give us a call and let’s talk about your timer needs and the budget you have for the project. You can certainly install your own timers if you’re a DIYer with electronics and electricity knowledge.
