Pools

The Galati family has been testing pool water for the Hudson Valley for over three generations. Galati Pools & Spas knows that getting you on a pool care program that is tailored to your lifestyle is the easiest and most convenient way to maintain sparkling clear pool water all summer long.

Simply, bring in a sample of your pool water and in a few moments you'll get a printout complete with analysis results of your water and product recommendations specifically for your pool. You can depend on getting fast and accurate state-of-the-art computerized water testing that is not available anywhere else.

One of Galati’s highly experienced BioGuard pool care professionals will discuss each step of the analysis and product recommendations with you.

Whether you prefer a traditional chlorine program or a newer approach to pool care - utilizing either a non-chlorine or salt generation system - our trained staff of BioGuard pool care specialists will help you care for your pool in a convenient, safe, and cost effective manner. With proper care treating your pool can be done in less than 10 minutes once a week in three simple steps!

Did you know caring for your pool is as easy as counting to 5? That’s right, basic pool care can easily be broken down into 5 important steps:

Circulation:

Pool water must be circulated for maximum sanitizer effectiveness. The more your water is in motion, the harder it is for bacteria and algae to take hold. The best time to circulate the water is during the day, for 12 hours or more.

Filtration:

The filter is one of your most important pieces of equipment. It removes both visible debris and most microscopic matter. Generally, a filter should be backwashed (the removal of material trapped on or in the filter media) when the water pressure in the filter reaches 8 to 10 pounds above normal. (Check your equipment manufacturer's guidelines.) Because backwashing does not remove oils and deeply embedded debris, every filter needs to be chemically cleaned regularly.

Cleaning:

Some swimming pools have areas with little or no circulation. This is where algae and bacteria can begin to grow. At least once a week, the walls and floor should be brushed and vacuumed to remove debris that the filter misses. Brushing is a must, even if you use an automatic pool cleaner.

Testing:

Every pool has characteristics that must be regularly measured and adjusted. Most important are the pH, total alkalinity and the level of active sanitizer. Test your pool water at home once a week. Also, bring at least a pint of pool water into Galati Pools & Spas for their complimentary computerized lab testing when you open and close your pool, and every four weeks during the swimming season. This will help you maintain proper water balance and greatly reduce the potential for water clarity and equipment problems.

Proper Water Care:

The last step in a total pool care program is applying the right products to your pool water at the right time as advised by your BioGuard pool care professional at Galati Pools & Spas. Essentially, this will help to provide both a safe and enjoyable backyard experience for the whole family.