Unkempt and neglected pools tend to get dirty especially when located outdoors due to the tendency of collecting organic debris such as leaves and fallen branches from your lawn or yard trees and other things such as pollen carried by the wind. These factors make your swimming pool look like a dirty swamp instead of an inviting oasis of crystal water not to mention they permit the growth of bacteria and other pathogenic microorganisms that causes illnesses. Before having a pool built or installed, is wise to ask experts about the use of the pool filter. Although it is best to keep the filter running continuously twenty four hours a day and seven days a week, it will cost you a high electric bill. Thus, it is better to seek advices on how many hours at the least should you keep your pool filter running to achieve a satisfactory cleanliness.

It is also essential that you know when to close your pool as some situations may call for it. One of the likely situations is the need to close your swimming pool during winter when your pool will not be put into use.