The demand for chlorine is at an extreme high due to a fire at a large chlorine plant last year. This  
shortage is projected to cause an increase in pricing this summer. We would like to inform our customers about what is going on in our industry so that we can prepare for possible increases in the future.

Our community has been highly affected by a chlorine shortage. This shortage has been caused by a chlorine fire at Biolab. In Louisiana this Biolab factory caught fire and did not stand a chance. Over 800 tons of trichlor (which is used for chlorine tablets) was burned. The loss of this factory will result in a nation wide shortage that will be seen through the 2021 season. This significant damage has caused pool companies to stock up on as much resources and supplies as possible.
    
This lack of material could lead to a future increase in chlorine pricing. Another option that Vistancia Pool care can offer to our customers is liquid chlorine rather than chlorine tablets. Keeping your water healthy will result in reducing the need for as much chlorine. Call us if you have any questions, we are happy to inform you.

Wish you a very happy Easter. Thanks for trusting and choosing us.

Spring is finally her in Arizona and that means that we are almost ready to enjoy our warmer pool temperatures again! It is the perfect time to spring clean your pool and backyard.

Vistancia Pool Care can help get your pool ready for spring with the following tips:

• We can Clean Your Filters
  
• Take a look at your Equipment and make sure everything is working properly
• Test and Balance Pool Water
• Clean the Pool & Clear the Water
• Empty Pump, skimmer and leaf vac baskets
• Skim debris from pool surface and remove debris from pool bottom
• Brush walls and steps as necessary
  
• Backwash filters as necessary
• Timer, pump & control panel adjustments included
• Unclog pump impellers
• Unclog vacuum cleaner turbines/diaphragms
• Lubricate backwash slider valve, pump o-rings

Things you can do to get your backyard ready:

• Clean The Pool Deck
  
• Wash Pool Accessories
• Landscaping
• Freshen Up Your Outdoor Furniture
• Clean Patio Surfaces And Awnings

Temperatures are starting to rise is AZ. It's an excellent idea to start preparing your pool for swimming season in the early months of spring. Preparing early will help you enjoy your pool as soon as it's warm enough.

Below are a few things that Vistancia Pool Care can do to get your pool ready for warmer weather.

• Circulate the Water
• Clean and Balance the Pool Water
• Check Your Pool Equipment
• Inspect and clean your filter
• Shock your pool
• Remove Stains
• Brush and Vacuum Your Pool Thoroughly

When you need help preparing your swimming pool for summer, contact Vistancia Pool Care.

If your pool has stains, it is important to reach out to Vistancia Pool Care as we can remove them professionally. Below you can discover different types of stains that a pool can inquire, this way we can identify together how we can take action.

Types of stains to look out for in and around your pool:

• Organic Stains are usually green or brown in color and are usually the result of leaves, foliage, and debris finding their way into the pool. They will plummet and leave residue on the surface of your pool. Algae or even insects can also stain your pool.
  
• Metal Stains will show as a dark and reddish-brown stain. These stains may look like rust but are usually caused by iron or other metals. Copper tends to turn the pool’s surface a turquoise or teal-blue color.
  
• Rust Stains are usually spotted rather than stains. If your pool is constructed with metal rebar, there is a chance that spots arrive because of an issue with the metal structure of the pool.
  
• Mineral Stains are a possible reaction of hard water. It can appear in your pool with a scaly white or grey deposit on the surface, or along the waterline. Typically, the mineral stain is a residue that accumulates oil and dirt creating discoloration and stain. These types of stains happen quite often in AZ.
  
• Waterline Stains are generally a result of dirt, debris, and oils that get in the water. These pollutants can be produced from dirty feet, laundry detergent, or the people using the pool. This is another reason why it is imperative to have Vistancia Pool Care test and treat your pool water routinely to keep it clean and safe.
  

All inclusive, weekly service – starting at $100 per month

• Pool water chemistry tested – levels are recorded electronically, history is retained and available for review
• Professional grade chemicals added as necessary – all chemicals added are recorded electronically, history is retained and available for review
• Pump, skimmer and leaf vac baskets emptied
• Skim debris from pool surface and remove debris from pool bottom
• Brush walls and steps as necessary
• Backwash filters as necessary
• Timer, pump & control panel adjustments included
• Unclog pump impellers
• Unclog vacuum cleaner turbines/diaphragms
• Lubricate backwash slider valve, pump o-rings
• A service email is sent out after each service is completed to verify service
  

Call us to schedule an appointment today!
    
*Standalone spas additional $20 per month
*Storm cleanup $80 per hour, billed in quarter hour increments

Pool equipment is the main source of a healthy swimming pool. If something goes wrong with your pool equipment you may find that your water conditions become unhealthy to swim in. How do you know when it's time to replace your pool equipment? 

There are a few factors that go into the life expectancy of your pool equipment. Things like age, workload, water balance, hours of use, frequency of maintenance, etc., are all contributing factors on whether or not you may need to replace the equipment. 

Below are a few signs that your equipment may require replacing: 

• You find yourself paying for a lot of repairs
• The model is an older model. 
• Is your model efficient and still doing its job of conserving water and energy?

The best time of year to replace your pool equipment is right before it is time to open your pool for the summer. 

Thinking about upgrading or replacing your pool equipment, but not sure where to start? Vistancia Pool Care can help.  Give us a call for any questions that arise. 

HOW VARIABLE-SPEED PUMPS SAVE ENERGY
​When we talk about pool renovations, repairs and retrofits that reduce a pool’s energy consumption, the focus typically turns to the pump, because it consumes more energy than any other piece of pool equipment. Plus, a well-designed variable-speed pump can reduce the energy costs of running a swimming pool by up to 90 percent.

Why?
Historically, pool pumps with induction motors that run at only one or two speeds have drawn more energy than is required to circulate pool water. That is because a pump that can run at only one speed must use a powerful enough speed to do the pump’s most demanding job (e.g., running a waterfall or pool cleaner). However, it takes far less power to simply keep water filtered—a difference single-speed pumps cannot address.

No matter what kind of pump is being used, slower pump speeds save energy. They also dramatically reduce the noise level associated with traditional pool pumps and reduce wear on not only the pump itself but also on filters, heaters, chlorinators and other equipment that water flows through.

Thank you for being a customer at Visntacia Pool Care. We look forward to serving you in 2021. We wish you peace, happiness, and an abundance of good health this new year