Cheap Pool Maintenance: A Loss Leader
Low-cost maintenance services may provide poor care. Importantly, omitting some basic tasks can result in water quality issues, equipment damage, and the need for costly repairs. For example, brushing your pool floor and walls is usually neglected, and may lead to a dusty pool floor, and also algae growth in otherwise well-maintained pools.
Choosing a cheap pool maintenance service might initially seem like a good choice, but it could lead to significant long-term costs. The advantage of a low-cost pool company often hides potential drawbacks that may outweigh the initial benefits.
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Moreover, budget services might employ less experienced or poorly trained staff, increasing the likelihood of mistakes that can result in costly consequences. Neglecting preventive measures could lead to missing to address issues early on, causing them to escalate into more serious problems.
The reduced lifespan of pool equipment is also a concern. Inadequate maintenance and storage of equipment contribute to premature wear and tear, and this may cost you more money due to repairs or replacements, which you would need to do sooner than if a higher-quality maintenance service was. For example, a typical lifespan of a pool pump is between 8-12 years. If not maintained properly, its lifespan can be reduced to even less than half. A new pump will cost you SGD$ 700-1500 (plus installation cost). The cheap pool service is not that cheap anymore.
Besides the equipment costs and hassle of scheduling the trades, it is waterborne pathogens that cause eye, skin, and sinus irritations, not to mention ear infections that can be difficult to treat. Poor/missing safety measures may require additional expenses for water treatment and cleaning. Also, general safety at any backyard pool is often omitted.
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While a cheap pool maintenance service may appear effective initially, there could be potential long-term expenses associated with poor service. If pool equipment is not maintained properly, your chemical usage could increase which is not ideal for your family’s health, but also doesn’t contribute to a sustainable environment. Always consider overall value and invest in a thorough maintenance service.
In summary, choosing a cheap pool maintenance service may pose a financial risk that is beyond the initial savings. The advantage of a low upfront cost may lead to poor care, and inexperienced staff, ultimately resulting in higher expenses later on. Investing in a professional maintenance service may seem expensive, but the long-term benefits are worth the price. By choosing quality and expertise, pool owners can avoid poor water quality, and costly repairs, and ensure an enjoyable swimming pool for years to come. At Tonic, we can offer you ways to keep your pool maintenance within your budget, while avoiding the pitfalls listed above.
