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Total Alkalinity. PLUS, Mentor of the Year REVEALED

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Text us a pool question!

In this episode, Rudy delves into the intricacies of total alkalinity in pool chemistry, explaining its critical role in maintaining pH levels and overall water balance. He discusses the impact of carbon dioxide and borates on pool chemistry, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements for effective pool maintenance. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by pool service professionals and the need for consistent testing and adjustments to ensure optimal water quality.

takeaways

  • Total alkalinity is crucial for stabilizing pH levels in pools.
  • High alkalinity can lead to pH drift, making management difficult.
  • Carbon dioxide plays a significant role in pH changes in pool water.
  • Borates act as a secondary buffer, stabilizing pH against rises.
  • Maintaining a balance between alkalinity and borates is essential for water chemistry.
  • Regular testing of total alkalinity is important for pool maintenance.
  • Understanding the relationship between alkalinity and pH is key to effective pool care.
  • The use of borates can enhance chlorine efficiency in pools.
  • Pool professionals must adapt to changing chemical dynamics in water.
  • A well-balanced pool system leads to predictable water behavior.

Sound Bites

  • "Alkalinity is the heart's pacemaker."
  • "You're the one keeping families safe."
  • "Until next time, be good, be safe."

Chapters

00:00
Understanding Total Alkalinity in Pool Chemistry

04:30
The Impact of Alkalinity on pH Levels

11:15
The Role of Carbon Dioxide and Borates

20:18
Maintaining Balance in Pool Water Chemistry

Support the show

Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:

Email us: [email protected]

  continue reading

879 episodes

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Manage episode 519451393 series 2970072
Content provided by Rudy Stankowitz. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Rudy Stankowitz or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Text us a pool question!

In this episode, Rudy delves into the intricacies of total alkalinity in pool chemistry, explaining its critical role in maintaining pH levels and overall water balance. He discusses the impact of carbon dioxide and borates on pool chemistry, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements for effective pool maintenance. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by pool service professionals and the need for consistent testing and adjustments to ensure optimal water quality.

takeaways

  • Total alkalinity is crucial for stabilizing pH levels in pools.
  • High alkalinity can lead to pH drift, making management difficult.
  • Carbon dioxide plays a significant role in pH changes in pool water.
  • Borates act as a secondary buffer, stabilizing pH against rises.
  • Maintaining a balance between alkalinity and borates is essential for water chemistry.
  • Regular testing of total alkalinity is important for pool maintenance.
  • Understanding the relationship between alkalinity and pH is key to effective pool care.
  • The use of borates can enhance chlorine efficiency in pools.
  • Pool professionals must adapt to changing chemical dynamics in water.
  • A well-balanced pool system leads to predictable water behavior.

Sound Bites

  • "Alkalinity is the heart's pacemaker."
  • "You're the one keeping families safe."
  • "Until next time, be good, be safe."

Chapters

00:00
Understanding Total Alkalinity in Pool Chemistry

04:30
The Impact of Alkalinity on pH Levels

11:15
The Role of Carbon Dioxide and Borates

20:18
Maintaining Balance in Pool Water Chemistry

Support the show

Thank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:

Email us: [email protected]

  continue reading

879 episodes

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