How often should I shock my pool?
The simple answer is “Whenever it needs it”. The real question is “How do I know when my pool needs a shock treatment?” Why Shock? First, it helps to understand what a shock treatment is and why we need to do it. When clients (both canine and human) enter the pool, they introduce organics into the water. These include sweat, saliva, skin cells, body lotions, deodorants, soil, urine, loam, and a host of other things. Mother nature also contributes by …