5 Things We Advise Before Summer Hits to Get Your Pool Ready

Summer is nearly here on the Sunshine Coast – and nothing beats relaxing by your pool on a hot day. But before the family dives in, it’s important to make sure your pool is ready to handle months of swimming.

At Aqua-Power – your local Sunshine Coast pool shop – we’ve put together the 5 key things we advise you do before summer hits. Do these now, and you’ll enjoy a stress-free season with crystal-clear water.

1. Check & Upgrade Your Pool Equipment

Your pump, filter, and chlorinator are the backbone of your pool. If they’re not in top shape, summer swimming can quickly turn into summer headaches.

• Run your pump to ensure good circulation.
• Backwash your filter or replace cartridges if they’re due.
• Check for leaks, strange noises, or reduced water flow.
• Ask yourself: is my equipment ready to handle a full summer of swimming?

👉 If not, it could be the perfect time to upgrade to energy-efficient pumps, high-performance filters, or smarter chlorination systems. Aqua-Power stocks and installs the latest equipment so you can enjoy hassle-free pool care.

2. Test & Balance Your Water (Free Testing In-Store)

Balanced water is the secret to clear, safe swimming. Before the season begins:

• Test pH, chlorine, alkalinity, and calcium hardness.
• Correct imbalances with the right chemicals to avoid cloudy water and algae outbreaks.

💧 Free Water Testing: Bring a water sample into Aqua-Power Nambour for a free professional water test. Our team will give you expert advice and recommend the exact chemicals your pool needs.

3. Shock Your Pool

If your pool has been sitting idle over winter, bacteria and algae spores may be lurking. A chlorine shock treatment will give your pool a fresh, healthy start before swimming begins.

We carry fast-acting shock treatments and sanitising products and can advise on the correct dosage for your pool size.

4. Deep Clean Your Pool & Filter

Chemicals work best when your pool and equipment are clean. Now’s the time to:

• Brush walls and steps.
• Vacuum out dirt and leaves.
• Empty skimmer and pump baskets.
• Backwash your sand filter or replace cartridge filters if they’re worn out.

Want less manual work? We stock robotic pool cleaners that do the job for you – saving time and effort all summer long.

5. Stock Up & Consider a Pool Upgrade

Summer heat increases chlorine demand – so make sure you’re stocked up on:

• Chlorine and sanitisers
• Pool salts
• Stabiliser and balancers
• Algaecides and clarifiers

Thinking of an upgrade? Many Sunshine Coast pool owners are now switching to magnesium pool systems. Magnesium is softer on skin, hair, and eyes – and leaves your pool feeling like a natural mineral bath. Talk to our team about whether this is right for you.

Your One-Stop Sunshine Coast Pool Shop

Getting your pool summer-ready doesn’t need to be complicated. At Aqua-Power, we’ve got everything under one roof:

✅ Free in-store pool water testing
✅ Quality pumps, filters, and chlorinators
✅ Pool chemicals, magnesium systems & supplies
✅ Expert local advice on upgrades and maintenance

👉 Visit us in Nambour today – Aqua-Power is your one-stop pool shop on the Sunshine Coast. Let’s get your pool ready for a summer of fun!