How to Cool Down Your Pool

When you purchased a swimming pool, you probably dreamed of yourself cooling down on a hot summer’s day. You probably never imagined that your pool water could actually get too hot for comfort.   

Unfortunately, however, this can be a real problem in very hot areas and/or when pools do not have the appropriate shade. The good news, though, is that you do have many options to cool your pool down.

Install a Fountain

One option you have is to install a fountain or a waterfall feature. These features can be very attractive and can also greatly reduce the temperature of your pool water, making them a real win-win.

As these features run, they cause evaporation, slowly but surely making your water cooler. Of course, this does mean that your pool water runs out more quickly, which is why it’s often best to run these features at night, when you’re not also fighting off the sun.

Refill with Well Water

Do you have access to a well? If so, you might consider partially draining your pool and filling it with well water.

Well water, because of being located lower, tends to be much cooler than surface water. So, if you have access to this option, definitely take advantage of it to make for a cooler pool.

Get a Reversible Pump

Did you know that some pumps can both cool and heat your water? It’s often as simple as changing one setting or even flipping a switch!

A reversible pump that can cool down pool water is a great option for guaranteed cooling, though it can be a bit on the pricey side.

As you can see, you have lots of options - these are just a few of many - for making your pool a cooler place to be! The key is just to find the one that works for you.