Being a pool owner in Brevard County, FL, is both fun and rewarding; however, it also carries a huge responsibility. While injuries due to slips and falls obviously have the chance to occur, you also need to be aware of the hidden danger of stagnant pool water, also known as “standing water,” which happens when water stops moving or flowing.
Warning: Stagnant Pool Water
One of the biggest concerns with stagnant pool water is it becomes a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes aren’t only the cause of an annoying bug bite; they also can carry with them life-threatening diseases such as:
- Malaria
- West Nile Virus
- Dengue Fever
The last thing you want is to provide an environment for mosquitoes to take up residence. Mosquitoes have four stages of their life cycle, and three of those stages occur in the water – stagnant water.
How to Prevent Stagnant Pool Water
Just like you perform regular maintenance on your swimming pool, you should also conduct regular checks for stagnant pool water. Here are the most common places around a swimming pool where stagnant water is found.
- Pool water – ensure all your pump and filtration parts are working correctly. You are good as long as they are working and your water is moving. Also, ensure your chemicals are balanced to kill any possible bacteria.
- Small wading pool- if you have a small wading pool or a small tub of water to rinse feet off before entering a pool, these invite mosquitoes. The best practice for these is to dump them daily and then fill them with fresh water the next time you need it.
- Water on top of the pool cover – If you have had excessive rain and do not use your pool regularly, the water on top of your cover can become stagnant. Ensure that water does not sit there too long, as mosquitoes only need one inch of water to lay eggs.
- Landscaping – check the area surrounding your pool for possible stagnant water conditions. This could be holes in the ground or a landscape ornament trapping water. Make sure the area around the pool is free from prime egg-laying conditions.
While most pool owners will not need to worry about having stagnant pool water, it is wise to know what to look for and how to prevent it.
Do you have more questions about stagnant pool water? Do you suspect a leak or have a pool repair problem that is more than you can handle? Let the team at Aquaman Leak Detection put you at ease. Contact us today.
