06/16/2026
🌧️ Heavy Rainfall Ahead? Don’t Forget About Your Pool! 🌧️
With parts of Alabama expected to receive several inches of rain over the next week, now is a great time to think about how heavy rainfall can affect your pool.
💧 What does all that rain do?
✅ Dilutes your chemicals – Chlorine, salt, stabilizer (CYA), and other chemicals can become less effective.
✅ Lowers sanitizer levels – Making it easier for algae and bacteria to grow.
✅ Changes pH and alkalinity – Rainwater can throw off your water balance, leading to cloudy water and equipment issues.
✅ Introduces debris and contaminants – Leaves, dirt, pollen, and runoff can increase your pool’s demand for chlorine.
✅ Can cause flooding around equipment – Excessive standing water near pumps, filters, and electrical equipment can create problems if not addressed.
✅ May lead to algae blooms – Especially during hot Alabama summer weather when chlorine levels drop after heavy rain.
🔹 After heavy rainfall:
• Test your water
• Check chlorine levels
• Empty skimmer baskets
• Remove debris
• Inspect equipment for standing water
• Run your pump longer if needed
📞 If your pool turns cloudy, green, or just doesn’t look right after the storms, Diaz Pool Services is here to help keep your water clear and swim-ready all season long!
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