Pool and Spa Pro

14/10/2026

We cannot stress enough how important it is to check your pool and your water level.
Yet another one today - “my equipment isn’t working”.

Simple solution: put the hose in you pool and turn the tap on!
Aim for 1/2 to 2/3 up the height of the skimmer box

Low water levels can cause critical equipment failures.

Checking water levels and baskets is the most basic and simple part of pool ownership.

11/10/2026

09/10/2026

💚➡️💙 From Green to Blue in Just 3 Days!

Another satisfying pool transformation completed by our team!

With the right treatment, water balancing and a bit of hard work, this pool went from green and murky to beautifully clear blue in just 3 days.

It's always rewarding to see a pool come back to life — and the before and after speaks for itself! 💦

Got a pool that needs some attention? Our team is here to help.

07/10/2026

💧 Give your pool a smarter chlorination upgrade!

The Neptune NDC Digital Salt & Mineral Chlorinator brings practical features to your everyday pool routine:

✅ Compatible with salt and mineral/magnesium pools
✅ Smart self-cleaning technology
✅ Easy-to-use LCD screen
✅ Premium titanium cell
✅ Built-in salt, water flow and temperature measurements

Replacing an old chlorinator or setting up a new pool? Come see our team for help choosing the right model. 👋

Available at Pool & Spa Pro / Marina Pools
📍 2A/429 Creek Road, Mount Gravatt East

Equipment supply and installation available.

07/10/2026

Low pool water can lead to expensive equipment damage—especially to your pump.

When your water level is low (in these cases near ir at the bottom of the skimmer opening), it leaves very little water available to replenish the skimmer as the pump draws it out.

Here’s why that matters:
❌ The pump can suck in air. This can cause it to lose prime—the steady supply of water it needs to operate.
❌ Running dry can damage the pump. Without water, heat builds up and the mechanical seal can fail, causing leaks and potentially further damage. pentair.com
❌ Filtration and circulation suffer. Less water moves through the filter, so debris and contaminants aren’t removed effectively.
❌ Chlorination and heating can stop. Equipment with flow protection may shut down when there isn’t enough water moving through it. pentair.com
❌ Your suction cleaner may struggle or stop. A connected cleaner hose, like those pictured, doesn’t guarantee the pump is protected from air entering through the skimmer or vacuum plate.

⬆️ Keep the water around halfway up the skimmer opening, or at the level specified for your skimmer. If the pump is sucking air, surging or losing prime, switch it off and top up the pool before restarting. pentair.com

A quick water-level check can save a costly repair!

06/10/2026

Time to get these pools in shape!
Remember:
- keep your water levels topped up. Low water leads to low flow, insufficient chlorine production and will possibly cook your pump
- spring time means check your CYA! Stabiliser is important to prevent UV burning out your chlorine
- frequent water testing and small adjustments help prevent big problems.

01/10/2026

Today’s chem tip is about Cyanuric Acid!

Also known as Stabiliser, Sunscreen etc, your CYA levels are particularly important through the warmer months

26/09/2026

🧂💦 NEW POOL? DON’T RUSH THE SALT!

One of the most common questions with a newly finished concrete pool is:
“When can I add the salt?”

For cement-based finishes such as pebblecrete and many glass-pebble finishes, the general rule is to wait at least 28–30 days after filling before adding salt and operating your saltwater chlorinator.

🏊 Why the wait?
Your new pool surface is still curing during those first few weeks.
Adding a large salt load too early may contribute to problems with a new cementitious surface, including:
• Structural Damage: If salt is introduced early, it can crystallize within or behind the uncured render, causing premature structural failure or a rough, sharp surfac
• Staining or discolouration
• Scaling and surface deposits
• Mottling or uneven appearance

That beautiful new finish is something you want to protect!

🧪 But what about chlorine?
No salt doesn't mean no sanitiser.
During the initial curing period, the pool still needs to be sanitised. Liquid chlorine is generally used manually until the pool is ready for salt and the chlorinator can be commissioned.

This period is also important for:
🧹 Regular brushing
💧 Monitoring and adjusting pH
🧪 Maintaining correct water balance
🔄 Running adequate filtration
🧼 Removing plaster/cement dust as the surface cures
🧂 After approximately 4 weeks…

Once the required curing period has passed and the water chemistry is properly balanced, salt can generally be added.

Make sure the salt is fully dissolved and distributed throughout the pool before operating the chlorinator.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Different pool finishes and manufacturers can have different start-up requirements. Always follow the instructions provided by your pool builder and surface manufacturer — their requirements should take priority.

A little patience at start-up can help protect your new pool finish for years to come. 💦

Pool & Spa Pro | Marina Pools
📍 Mount Gravatt East

22/09/2026

Today’s Chem tip - chlorine!

16/09/2026

Today’s chemistry tip - knowing your pH!