It's almost summer time and we all know what that means. Time for spending fun days in the sun by the pool. Anybody with a pool would rather spend more time splashing and having fun and less time skimming and scrubbing and keeping it clean. Luckily, the market is full of options to help keep your pool clean. From basic pool vacuum systems to automatic robot cleaners to hiring help, you’re sure to find the best option to suit your pool and your budget.
Robot cleaners are an excellent solution, do not require an exorbitant amount of money and leave you more free to enjoy your pool. A few points to evaluate before purchasing:
Does the robot climb? Pools with graded deep ends need a climbing robot, and if your pool has steps, consider if a stair climbing is important to you as well.
How long is the cable? Nearly any residential robot will have enough cable for up to a 20x40 swimming pool. But only get as much cable as you need, and you’ll thank yourself later when you’re coiling it up for storage after every use.
How fast is the robot and what kind of debris does your pool collect? If your pool tends to have heavy sand or silt accumulating, a faster robot might glide over it too quickly to suction it up. A slower robot with a large volume pump will work better in this case. Pump water volume is more important than robot speed when it comes to heavy silt and sand.
