Hobert Pools offers a wide variety of services to help compliment the luxuries of being a pool owner.
Let our professionals do the dirty work. Our programs vary in options and start as low as $79.95 per month.
Please feel free to contact our service department for more information at 972-422-5710

• Standard Chemical Clean Service

Water is tested and necessary chemicals added to maintain proper balance
Skimmer baskets, pump basket, and cleaner bags emptied
Brush steps and benches
DE Filters backwashed when needed (does not include cart. filter clean)
Pool equipment monitored for optimal performance
Scheduled one time per week

• Deluxe Chemical Clean service

Water is tested and recorded and necessary chemicals added to maintain proper balance
Skimmer baskets, pump basket, and cleaner bags emptied
Brush steps, benches, tile, and walls
Skim and vacuum pool
DE Filters backwashed when needed (does not include cart. filter clean)
Add water to pool while on site
Pool equipment monitored for optimal performance
Scheduled one time per week

• Additional services available but not included in the above packages:

Filter cleaning - $75.00 per cleaning, recommended at least 2x per year
Algaecide/Cyanuric Acid Treatment - $45.00; recommended 1x per year
Conditioner Treatment - $25.00 as needed (shocks, metal removers, etc)
Sequestering Agent Treatment - $35.00; recommended 1x per year
Equipment Repairs - $75.00 per hour, not including parts

Basic Pool Cleaning Tips

It is necessary to clean and maintain your pool on a regular basis. Routine maintenance on your pool requires minimal effort if it is done regularly.

The steps to cleaning a pool include the following:

1. Skim the surface of the pool water with a net attached to a tele-pole.
2. Brush the pool walls to move any dirt and debris toward to the main drain.
3. Empty the skimmer baskets.
4. Empty the cleaner catch bag.
5. Vacuum the pool
a. Turn on the equipment.
b. Connect the vacuum head and hose to the tele-pole.
c. Drop the vacuum head in the pool and connect the Hose to the skimmer suction at the bottom of the skimmer.
d. Once the hose is activated, vacuum the floor of the pool slowly.

6. Empty the pump basket (turn off the equipment).
a. To clean the pump basket correctly, please refer to the product manufacturer's guidelines.
7. Check the filter gauge
a. Clean the filter if the gauge is 10 pounds above normal.
b. To clean the filter correctly, please refer to the product manufacturer's detailed guidelines.
8. Check the chemicals
a. Using a test-kit, check the chlorine, ph, alkalinity and calcium levels.

Chemical Maintenance

The filter is simply a mechanical screening device designed to remove suspended solids from the pool. The filter does not disinfect the pool. The effectiveness of any filter varies in relation to the conditions that exist, such as temperature, air born contaminates, sunlight, swimmers, and the proper usage of pool chemicals. 

It is recommended that you test your pool weekly. It is also advisable that you frequently bring a water sample to a pool professional.

The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals, formerly the National Spa and Pool Institute, recommends the following chemical levels:

Free Chlorine	1.0 – 3.0 ppm
pH	7.2 – 7.6 ppm
Alkalinity	80 – 100 ppm
Dissolved Solids	1000 – 2000 ppm
Calcium Hardness	200 – 400 ppm
Cyanuric Acid	30 – 50 ppm

Chlorine
Chlorine is extremely important to prevent the growth of algae and bacteria in the pool. The summer months require more chlorine than the winter months. It is also recommended to shock or super chlorinate the pool once a week during the summer months. Salt generators have a feature that allows for super chlorination.

To raise the chlorine level &ndash  add granular or tablet chlorine
To lower the chlorine level &ndash  manually reduce the feeder amount

pH
pH is measured on a scale from 1-14 with 7 being neutral. For chlorine to function properly, pH should be kept at a level between 7.2 and 7.6. A high pH reading means the water is over alkaline and may emit a strong odor and cause eye irritation. A low pH reading can cause irritation, stains, and may affect the plaster surface.

To raise the pH level – add baking soda (1/2 pound per 10,000 gallons)
To lower the pH level – add muratic acid (1 pint per 10,000 gallons)

Alkalinity
Alkalinity acts to balance the levels of pH in the water. To maintain correct levels of alkalinity follow the same recommendation for raising or lowering pH levels.

Winterizing Your Pool

When the temperature is going to drop below 32 degrees it is important to follow the steps outlines below to prevent any damage from happening to your equipment and plumbing lines.

1. Turn on your swimming pool equipment.
2. Turn on all additional pumps used for water features.
3. If you have a time clock or remote control, it will activate the freeze guard automatically. Please note that some remote controls are not equipped to activate additional water feature pumps.
4. Fill lines and suction lines should be drained.
5. Clean the pump basket and skimmer baskets.
6. Remove any type of anti-siphon device on your water faucet.
7. Do not turn on your heater in freezing temperatures.
8. Do not backwash during freezing temperatures.
9. The swimming pool cleaner may be kept in the pool.
10. In severe conditions, cover your equipment with a blanket.