Saltwater pool service
Salt pools are easier to live with, but they aren't maintenance-free. We keep the salt, the chemistry and the salt cell working together, so your generator keeps making chlorine and your water stays clear.
Saltwater doesn't mean chemical-free
A salt pool is a chlorine pool. The salt chlorine generator turns the salt in the water into chlorine. That's convenient, but the water still needs:
- Balanced pH and alkalinity. Salt systems tend to push pH up, which makes chlorine less effective and can lead to scale.
- The right salt level. Too little and the generator can't make enough chlorine. Too much can stress the equipment and surfaces.
- The right stabilizer level, so the Florida sun doesn't burn off the chlorine.
- A clean salt cell. Scale builds up on the cell plates over time and cuts chlorine production.
What's included
Saltwater care is part of our regular service. Every plan includes water chemistry and salt balance. On salt pools, we also:
- Check salt levels and add salt when needed
- Watch pH closely and adjust it, since salt pools tend to drift high
- Inspect the salt cell for scale and wear
- Clean the cell when it needs it, so it keeps producing chlorine efficiently
- Keep an eye on the generator, and let you know if output drops or warning lights come on
Pair it with weekly cleaning for full service, or choose the chemistry-only Sea Turtle plan.
Salt cells and generators
Salt cells wear out. They typically need replacing every few years, depending on the system and how it's been maintained. Keeping the cell clean and the water balanced helps it last as long as possible. If your cell or control board is failing, we'll explain what we see and quote the repair or replacement before doing any work. See equipment repair.
Saltwater pool questions
Does a saltwater pool still need weekly service?
Yes. The generator makes chlorine, but it doesn't skim, brush, vacuum, empty baskets or balance pH. Salt pools also need their cell cleaned and salt level checked.
How often does a salt cell need cleaning?
It depends on your water chemistry and the system. Some need it every few months, some less often. We check the cell during visits and clean it when it needs it.
Is salt bad for my pool?
Salt can be hard on metal parts and some plaster finishes if the water isn't balanced. Keeping pH, alkalinity and calcium in range goes a long way toward protecting your pool.
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