The Benefits of Installing a Salt Water System for Your Swimming Pool

When installing a new pool, you will need to consider what type of sanitation option you would prefer. Although many people like to take the traditional route of balancing their pool with chlorine and chemicals, saltwater generators have grown immensely popular over the past few years. These systems are perfect for busy pool owners who want to ensure that their pool is as low maintenance as possible. Pool maintenance in Toronto is already a bit tricky, so at Seaway Pools & Hot Tubs, we offer a variety of saltwater pool generators that can help contribute to safe and clean pool water with little to no manual labour. Contact us today to learn more or to shop pool supplies in Toronto.

How Do Saltwater Pool Systems Work?

Saltwater generators convert dissolved salt in pool water into chlorine through a process called electrolysis. As the water passes through the generator's salt cell, an electric current splits the salt (sodium chloride) into chlorine, which then sanitizes the pool by killing bacteria and algae. This process continuously maintains clean water with fewer chemicals and less manual effort.

1. Improved Water Quality and Comfort

One major reason why some pool owners prefer saltwater pool generators over chlorine options is because of the water quality. Chlorinated pool water can have a hard, harsh feeling. Saltwater pools tend to feel smoother and more natural, enhancing the swimming experience. 

Traditionally, chlorinated pool water can also irritate the eyes of pool users. Chlorine pool water in the eyes can cause a burning sensation and redness that can make pool use less enjoyable. Saltwater does not cause such sensations, leaving pool users much more comfortable.

A saltwater generator for your pool also helps you avoid putting too much chlorine in your pool to balance the water. It can be tricky to add an adequate amount of chemicals to your pool, and there is always a good chance that you can add too much to your pool. Saltwater generators are automatic, taking the guesswork out of it. This ensures that your pool water is always balanced and clean.

2. Lower Maintenance

One convenient feature of many of Seaway Pools & Hot Tubs’ saltwater generators is that they are automatic and require little to no manual effort. The self-regulating systems automatically maintain appropriate chlorine levels, meaning that you do not need to add chemicals yourself. 

Given the fact that saltwater generators provide consistent and stable chemical levels, they help contribute to a more hygienic pool. Stable chlorine levels can help kill bacteria, viruses and pathogens in your pool. This will contribute to healthier water and healthier pool users by reducing the risk of illness contraction. Additionally, saltwater systems can help reduce the risk of algae growth. Algae tend to grow in pools that have been unused or chemically unbalanced for a while. However, consistent chlorine levels help keep algae growth at bay.

3. Cost Effective

Saltwater pool generators tend to be a more cost-effective method of pool sanitization. The average pool requires a combination of chlorine, pool sanitizers, conditioners and balancers in order to function properly. In a saltwater generator, natural salt is used to produce chlorine, and as long as these levels are maintained, you should only need minimal supplementary chemicals for sanitization. As a result, you will save your money on products. 

4. Health and Safety Advantages

• Hypoallergenic: Saltwater pools should not cause any allergies and can be effectively used by those who suffer from a chlorine allergy. 
• Excellent Sanitation: Saltwater systems provide high levels of sanitization, effectively preventing bacteria from growing or spreading to your pool users.
• Reduced Exposure to Chloramines: Saltwater systems produce chlorine more evenly, minimizing the buildup of chloramines, which are chemical compounds that form when chlorine reacts with contaminants like sweat or oils. This causes irritation to the eyes and skin. However, this is not the case in saltwater systems.

Install a Saltwater Pool System with Seaway Pools & Hot Tubs

Saltwater pool systems are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to minimize pool maintenance in Toronto. Saltwater pool generators can provide many benefits that simple chlorine systems cannot. If you have chlorine sensitivity, struggle swimming in harsh water or want to minimize costs, opt for one of Seaway Pools & Hot Tubs saltwater pool systems. Contact us today to shop our pool supplies in Toronto!

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