Salt chlorine generators need different care than traditional chlorine pools. Our CPO-certified technicians service both — with the chemistry knowledge to keep your salt system running efficiently and your water feeling silky smooth.
Saltwater pools produce their own chlorine through electrolysis, but they're not maintenance-free. The salt cell needs regular inspection and cleaning, pH drifts high and requires consistent correction, and the salt concentration must stay in a precise range for the generator to work properly.
Many pool companies treat salt pools the same as chlorine pools. We don't. Our CPO-certified team understands the unique chemistry of salt systems — including how salt interacts with your heater, filter, and other equipment over time.
Interested in switching? Read our honest breakdown of whether a saltwater pool is worth it.
pH, alkalinity, calcium, CYA, and salt concentration testing and balancing. We manage the specific chemistry drift patterns that salt systems create.
Scale removal from cell plates, output testing, and lifespan assessment. A clean cell produces chlorine efficiently; a scaled cell wastes energy and dies early.
Low chlorine output, error codes, flow sensor issues, and control board problems. We diagnose the actual cause — not just clear the error and hope it doesn't come back.
When your cell reaches end of life (typically 3-7 years), we source the right replacement for your system and install it properly.
Full weekly pool maintenance adapted for saltwater systems. Includes all standard cleaning plus salt-specific chemistry management.
We install salt chlorine generators on existing pools — both above-ground and in-ground. The process includes assessing your current equipment for salt compatibility, installing the generator and cell, adding the initial salt charge, and dialing in your chemistry.
We'll also give you an honest assessment of whether salt is the right move for your specific pool setup. Some equipment combinations work great with salt; others lead to accelerated corrosion. We'll tell you straight.
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Yes. Saltwater pools still need weekly chemistry balancing, salt cell inspection, and regular equipment checks. pH tends to drift high in salt systems and needs consistent adjustment. They're lower-hassle than chlorine pools, but not maintenance-free.
Every 3–6 months depending on usage and water chemistry. Scale buildup on the cell plates reduces chlorine production and shortens cell life. We check the cell at every service visit.
Yes. A salt chlorine generator can be added to most existing pools. We assess your equipment compatibility, handle the full installation, and dial in the initial chemistry.
Typically 3–7 years depending on the brand, water chemistry, and how well the cell is maintained. Regular cleaning extends cell life significantly.
Salt can accelerate corrosion on certain metals, natural stone coping, and some heater components. We assess your equipment during consultation and advise on any compatibility concerns. Read our full breakdown of saltwater pool pros and cons.
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