Ideal pool water level

During the summer season, the water level in a pool inevitably varies due to evaporation and splashing. It is essential to carefully monitor your pool’s water level to ensure proper operation and avoid more serious problems.

How to determine the proper water level

A simple observation allows you to check if the water level is appropriate. Simply use the skimmers (pool devices that help filter the water) as a reference. The optimal water level should be located between 2/3 and 3/4 of the skimmer opening.

What are the possible dangers

In case of water overflow

Impurities will be more difficult to remove by the skimmers, which will cause cloudy and dirty water. To reduce the level, it is possible to activate the pump in “waste” mode by following the recommended instructions. For a sand filter, you must set the valve to the backwash, rinse, or waste positions to lower the water level.

If the skimmers cannot remove impurities on their own, it is worth considering using a pool vacuum cleaner, whether manual or automatic, to remove accumulated dirt from the bottom and corners of the pool. This device vacuums up debris and directs it to the filtration system.

In case of insufficient water level

This can lead to air entering the skimmers, which primes the pump and could cause damage. To remedy this situation, it is first necessary to identify the cause, which can be multiple.

If the problem comes from evaporation, it is recommended to get a solar bubble cover, a safety cover, a pool enclosure, or a roller shutter to reduce evaporation, especially during the night.If a leak is causing the issue, it is crucial to determine the source (crack or micro-crack in the lining, defective piping, soil subsidence, damaged joint, etc.) and call a professional to fix it. Finally, if the origin of the problem is related to usage, the best thing is to install a water level regulator.

What options for automatically adjusting the water level

To enjoy peaceful swimming sessions without worrying about the water level, a water level regulator is an ideal solution. This device measures the pool water level and automatically adjusts the volume according to requirements. However, in the event of a leak, the regulator will act without detecting the leak, which could result in very high water bills.