Hurricane season runs June through November here, and for pool owners it's not just about boarding windows, a storm changes a pool's condition in ways that matter for anyone swimming in it afterward, including kids in lessons.
Lower the water level slightly if heavy rain is expected, to reduce overflow risk, and remove loose deck furniture and toys that can become debris or clog the pump. Don't shock the pool right before a major storm, heavy rain will just dilute the chemicals you just added.
Power outages mean the pump and filter may have been off for days, which lets algae and bacteria take hold fast in Florida heat, even in a pool that looked fine before the storm. Debris, runoff, and disrupted chemical balance are the norm right after a storm passes, not the exception.
We routinely check in with families after named storms before confirming a lesson, since a pool that looks clear can still have chemical levels well outside a safe range until it's been tested and rebalanced. It's a quick check, but worth doing every time after a significant storm.
We'll help you figure out when a post-storm pool is lesson-ready.
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