{"id":2189,"date":"2019-02-11T07:00:29","date_gmt":"2019-02-11T07:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/?p=2189"},"modified":"2019-11-01T16:18:12","modified_gmt":"2019-11-01T16:18:12","slug":"preparing-your-commercial-pool-for-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/preparing-your-commercial-pool-for-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing Your Commercial Pool for Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-2190 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AdobeStock_225746068-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Preparing Your Commercial Pool for Summer\" width=\"363\" height=\"242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AdobeStock_225746068-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AdobeStock_225746068-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AdobeStock_225746068-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 363px) 100vw, 363px\" \/>Once the holidays are done and gone, it\u2019s time to start thinking about getting your pool ready for summer. Whether it\u2019s an indoor or outdoor pool, here\u2019s a handy checklist to get you started.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Clean the pool<\/b>. This is going to be a bigger job with outdoor pools than indoor ones. You want to vacuum up any detritus on the bottom, and use a net to scoop up anything on the surface.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Check filter(s)<\/b>. Is the filter working well? Do you need any parts? Now is the time to make sure all the equipment is working right.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Check pool chemistry.<\/b> Now is the time to correct any chemistry issues that need attention. Call in a professional if necessary, now when you have time before the rush.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Check chemical supply.<\/b> Do you have everything you need? Order it now if you\u2019re short on supplies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Check change or shower areas<\/b>. Make sure all these areas are squeaky clean. You should have appropriate mats for locker or change areas, like <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/drainage-rubber-mat.html\"><span class=\"s3\">Rubber Drainage Mats<\/span><\/a>. The right mats for wet areas cut down on slips, trips, and falls by increasing traction. Pooling water is also a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. Mats help you keep your pool visitors out of standing water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Check signage<\/b>. Do you have your rules posted clearly? Does your staff understand what the rules are? Now is the time to get this done.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Train staff<\/b>. Make sure appropriate staff are certified or recertified in first aid. Have staff practice emergency situations so everyone knows what they should be doing and where they should be. Every year there are on average about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/homeandrecreationalsafety\/water-safety\/waterinjuries-factsheet.html\"><span class=\"s3\">10 deaths per day<\/span><\/a> of unintentional drowning in the United States.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Outdoor furniture.<\/b> If you have outdoor furniture for an outdoor pool, make sure everything is clean and in good repair. If you need new furniture, umbrellas, or umbrella canopies, order them now.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s2\"><b>Hiring?<\/b> If you hire additional staff for the summer, start looking for them now. Don\u2019t wait until you have a rush of people and are understaffed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">It\u2019s never too early to plan ahead. Have a staff meeting and discuss your checklist to see if there\u2019s anything else someone wants to add that you may have forgotten. By starting earlier than usual, you can have a safe and profitable summer pool season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p6\"><span class=\"s1\">Do you have other questions? It\u2019s easy to contact us, and we\u2019re happy to help you. You can always call us at (877) 333-1018 or email us at <a href=\"mailto:sales@eaglemat.com\"><span class=\"s4\">sales@eaglemat.com<\/span><\/a> for more information or if you aren\u2019t sure what you need.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/preparing-your-commercial-pool-for-summer\/\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eaglemat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/thumbnail-for-excerpts\/tfe_no_thumb.png\" class=\"alignleft wp-post-image tfe\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" \/><\/a><p>Once the holidays are done and gone, it\u2019s time to start thinking about getting your pool ready for summer. Whether it\u2019s an indoor or outdoor pool, here\u2019s a handy checklist to get you started. 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