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The Balancing Act

Water Testing Makes Pool Maintenance Easier


Many people think that if the water looks blue it is protected from bacteria, swimmer residue and algae, but to fully ensure that the pool water is protected from bacteria and other contaminants, it needs to be tested at least once a month during the peak season.


Proper water testing will help detect any problems that might be developing, which - when detected early - can be resolved easily so you can avoid headaches down the road.
If you want to test your water yourself, here are some tips to help achieve accurate results:
  • Always start with a clean testing vial and fresh reagents. Test chambers should be rinsed with clean water after each use, and liquid reagents should be replaced at the beginning of each swimming season. Foil-wrapped tablet reagents are good for up to three years. If using test strips, they should also be replaced at the beginning of each swimming season as well.
  • Check the free chlorine level. Generally, levels should be between 1.0 and 3.0 ppm.
  • Test and adjust the pH. The correct range is 7.4 to 7.6. This is probably the most important test for your pool.
  • Take a sample of your pool water to your nearest BioGuard® Pool and Spa Care Centre for a free computerised water analysis.


Your nearest BioGuard® Pool and Spa Care Centre conducts free personalised computerised water testing. All that's required of you is to bring in a 1litre sample of water in an uncontaminated bottle and the rest is up to your BioGuard® dealer. In no time your pool will be looking and feeling great.

A computerised test not only determines the pool's pH balance and TA, but it also detects levels of sanitiser, the presence of swimmer residue (suntan oils, hairspray, etc.) and the possibility of algae and other contaminants.

Either way, be sure to stay ahead of problems with frequent water testing as both you and your pool will be all the happier for it.

BioGuard® Balancing Products

Consult your local BioGuard® Pool & Spa Care Professional to assist you with the balancing of your pool water as BioGuard® provides all the chemicals required to balance the water correctly.