Your weekly pool check
A few good habits. A lot more pool time. Test, tidy, and check the equipment before small surprises become weekend projects.
Grab your test kit and start with free chlorine and pH. Work through the checklist below, one small job at a time.
Checklist ticks stay on this page for this visit. Save your test results to keep a history.
Choose your pool to log tests ↗Test chlorine and pH
Same day each week. Write down the results.
Clear debris
Skim, brush, and empty baskets before buildup turns into chemistry problems.
Check the equipment
Five minutes of inspection prevents most equipment surprises.
Dose if needed
Only add chemicals when the test results support it.
Questions? (4)
What day should I test?
Pick a day and stick with it. Sunday morning works for most people. The exact day matters less than testing on the same day every week.
Can I skip a week?
You can, but do not. A skipped week is how a small pH drift turns into a scale problem or a low-FC day turns into algae. Ten minutes once a week prevents most emergencies.
What if the water looks fine?
Test anyway. Clear water can hide high CYA, low chlorine, or rising pH. The numbers tell you what is really happening.
How do I handle a storm or party?
Retest after heavy rain or heavy use. Top up chlorine if needed and clear debris promptly. Consider it a bonus check, not a full routine.
Resources (1)
Weekly / Monthly / Quarterly Maintenance Routine Packet
A printable owner packet that turns weekly, monthly, and quarterly pool maintenance into one repeatable checklist.