Salt Water Problems

To many, the convenience of salt has come at a significant price.  Due to the highly corrosive properties of salt water, costly repairs may be overwhelming.

Decks are dissolved by salt water.  Rocks look like they have powder coating and may also flake off in layers.  There have even been cases where the mortar between the stones dissolves in the first 3-5 years.

Low chlorine production which results in algae growth is the most common problem.   This often occurs during the third year as the cell reaches the end of its life. The solution... Replace the Cell ( Average cost $500.00)

Every leak becomes a priority to keep the corrosive water from
attacking motor bearings.  On average, pump motors using salt will need to be replaced within the first 3 years, compared to an average of 6 years for chlorine pools.  Average cost to replace a motor is $350.00.

Diving board stands can rust so badly they have to be replaced
in just a few years.  Be sure builder installs composite stand and board to prevent early replacement.  Average cost ($1800.00)

Automatic pool cleaners are also beginning to show early signs of wear on wheel and turbine bearings.

Pool lights, ladders, and hand rails begin to rust within the first year, compared to NEVER in standard chlorine water. Basketball goals won’t even last through one season in salt water pools, before needing to be replaced.(More $)

 Pool furniture, gas grills, lawn chairs or any metal object within 20 feet of water is in danger of premature destruction. 

Interesting fact: Some builders actually charge extra if you opt to go with chlorine!  This is a ridiculous!  Gunite pools were designed to use chlorine.  There is nothing EXTRA needed to make it chlorine ready.  Automatic chlorine feeders usually cost less than $100.00 compared to $1500.00 for a salt system.