06/11/2026
💦 How Often Should You Shock Your Pool? 💦
One of the most common questions we get is: “How often should I shock my pool?”
✅ As a general rule, most pools should be shocked once per week during the swimming season to help keep water crystal clear, eliminate contaminants, and support your sanitizer.
You should also shock your pool:
☀️ After heavy swimmer use
🌧️ After a major rainstorm
🍃 When debris has entered the pool
🟢 If water starts looking dull or cloudy
👃 If you notice a strong chlorine smell
Regular shocking helps:
✔️ Destroy chloramines (combined chlorine)
✔️ Improve water clarity
✔️ Boost sanitizer effectiveness
✔️ Create a cleaner, more enjoyable swimming experience
Not sure which shock is right for your pool? Our team is here to help! Stop by either of our two locations and we’ll recommend the best product for your water chemistry and pool type.
🏊 Keeping pools sparkling clear is what we’ve been doing best since 1959!
📍 Visit one of our two locations
📞 Contact us for expert pool water advice
Peterborough, On
☎️ 705-742-3876
624 Queensway Court
Open All Year
Cobourg, On
☎️ 905-372-1409
991 Division Street
Open All Year
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