Heatwave Defense: How to Shield Your Pool When the Sun Won’t Quit
When summer turns savage and the temperature soars, your backyard pool transforms into a sanctuary.
But while you’re seeking relief from the heat, your pool is fighting a hidden battle, and it needs your help.
Extreme heat is one of the most underestimated threats to water clarity, sanitizer strength, and overall pool health. But with the right tools and timely action, you can keep your pool sparkling, safe, and swim-ready no matter how hot it gets.
🔥 What a Heatwave Really Does to Your Pool
As temperatures climb, so does your pool’s vulnerability. Here’s what you’re really up against:
- Chlorine Burn-Off: UV rays from direct sun rapidly degrade chlorine, sometimes up to 90% in just a few hours if unstabilized.
- Skyrocketing Chlorine Demand: More swimmers mean more organic material (sweat, sunscreen, and oils), which chlorine must fight off before it can sanitize.
- Evaporation: You lose not only water but chemical balance. Every inch of evaporation changes your pool’s pH, alkalinity, and sanitizer levels.
- Algae Growth: Hot, stagnant water is the perfect breeding ground for algae. If chlorine drops even slightly, algae moves in fast.
Your Pool’s Heatwave Protection Plan
Here’s how to armor your pool against summer’s hottest days:
- Use Stabilized Chlorine
Stabilizers like BioGuard’s Stabilizer 100 protect chlorine from sunburn. Don’t let your sanitizer vanish before it can do its job. - Test Daily (Yes, Daily)
In extreme heat, test your water every 24 hours. Levels can swing fast and catching them early is key. - Shock Weekly
Oxidation helps eliminate organic contaminants and restores sanitizer levels, especially after big pool parties. - Add Algaecide as a Preventative
Algae doesn’t need an invitation. Add a weekly preventative dose to stay one step ahead. Try BioGuards Banish or Algae Complete to stay ahead of Algae. - Use a Solar Cover or Liquid Smart Shield
Reduce evaporation and UV exposure while saving on chemical costs. Even a few hours of cover during peak sun helps. - Check Water Levels Regularly
Low water = poor circulation. Top off your pool before the skimmer pulls in air.
Be the Hero Your Pool Needs
Your pool doesn’t need to suffer in silence. With a few proactive steps and the right products, you can ride out any heat wave, and come out crystal clear on the other side. 💧 Stock up before the next scorcher hits, check out BioGuards Silkguard Complete Sticks, Smart Shock, Banish or Algae Complete and don’t forget the Optimizer Plus and your Test Strips. Be a smart pool warrior and keep your water cool, clean, and hero-level clear.