While an evening of heavy rain won’t ruin your summer vacation, it can be pretty alarming for your pool! As most pool owners know, the day after a heavy rainstorm, their pool looks a little cloudy (or even sometimes green) and like it needs some TLC.

Not to worry though! Our Water Care expert has filled us in on all the details surrounding how to get your pool looking clear, refreshing, and back to normal in no time. So, whether the weather calls for rain or shine, you can rest assured knowing your pool won’t take a hit and will be ready to go when you are.

• Check Your Water Levels: If your water levels are too high, or too low, this would be a good time to access and fix it before you start working on your water chemistry.
• Run your Pump and Filter the Water: After your water levels are in check it's good to filter and circulate your pool water before swimming in it, just to be sure!
• Shock Your Pool: The NOW Maintenance Multi Shock is our go-to pool chemical for many reasons, however, it truly comes in handy after a thunderstorm. If your pool is looking cloudy, you’ll definitely want to add in 1 bag of NOW per 40,000L to give your pool a good shock and get it back to that crystal clear look. Trust us, this works like magic! If your pool starts to show signs of algae, please treat with 1 bag of Later per 30,000L.

• Test Your Water: Next you’ll want to assess your pool water! Check the pH levels, total alkalinity, and calcium hardness to ensure your water is safe and swimmable. If you’re having trouble getting your water levels just right, or are unsure about what to do, visit your nearest Discounter’s Pool and Spa Warehouse locations so that we can test your water for free and provide a solution.

A cloudy or green pool may be concerning, especially after an unexpected thunderstorm, however with our 5 step process, you’ll be able to assess your pool and get it back to its crystal clear state in no time. Plus, if you ever have any questions or need assistance, our water care experts at any of our Discounter’s Pool and Spa locations are always here to help. Simply pay us a visit, or bring a sample of your water for testing, and we’ll get you on the right path for your pool.