Are you in the market for a pool and unsure of which way to go: salt or chlorine? Or are you feeling envious of your neighbor’s saltwater pool but not sure how to make the switch? Either way, our team is here to help! 

Pool owners convert their pools (from chlorine to saltwater) all the time. In fact, we encourage them to! And here are just a few reasons why:

PROS

  • Saltwater prevents and reduces algae growth and breaks down contaminants in the water, saving you money by reducing the amount of chemicals purchased for algae treatments. 
  • Saltwater is gentler on the hair, skin, and eyes, a great alternative for people who are sensitive to chlorine!
  • Saltwater pools are easier to maintain as salt generators have a consistently high sanitization level, thereby improving water quality. 
  • Saltwater pools don’t give off that overwhelming chlorine smell!
  • Pool owners with a salt system are not affected by chlorine shortages, meaning their pools are never out of commission.
  • Saltwater is typically clearer and feels smoother than the water in chlorine pools.

But nothing is perfect! While saltwater pools have benefits, they, like anything, come with a few disadvantages:

CONS

  • If your saltwater pool is left unsealed or sealed improperly, the water will begin to degrade the coping around the pool. (Sealing the coping every other year is extremely affordable and will keep this from happening!)
  • Saltwater can damage equipment if leaks are not addressed in a timely manner. In general, it is wise to routinely monitor and tend to your pool so that problems like this do not arise.

As you can see, the pros far outweigh the cons, which is why saltwater pool conversion has become one of our most popular services at Blue Water Express! If you live in the DFW area and are ready to take the jump—off your diving board and into a saltier, clearer, and cleaner pool—give us a call! Our highly knowledgeable staff will answer any questions you may have and get your pool on the books asap.

***Act now, and take advantage of our salt system promo: the Pentair IC40 with Transformer Bundle!This includes everything you need to convert your pool to saltwater for just $1,509 plus a $270-installation! We’ll even throw in 10 bags of 40 lb., high-grade pool salt to get you started.