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After successfully looking after North Shore swimming pools for the last 15 years, Poolside North Shore has decided to expand further north, covering everywhere from the Whangaparaoa Peninsula in the South to Waipu in the north.
The move came after service technician Pete Jonas decided he wanted to leave Auckland traffic behind and enjoy a more relaxed setting by settling in Mangawhai.
So, Poolside North Shore offered to set Pete up as their northern agent.
Poolside North Shore is the approved service agent for leading pool suppliers like Hayward, Waterco,
Filtermaster and Zodiac, and Pete handles all aspects of swimming pool servicing, cleaning and water testing.
A typical day might see him repairing leaky pumps, faulty chlorinators and malfunctioning filters, and ensuring pool water is clear and its chemical balance is just right.
Pete says in a correctly balanced pool the water is clear and feels good on your skin. On the other hand, if the pH is out of balance, it stings the eyes and causes the skin to itch, especially for young children.
“It’s worth having a professional do it or getting some assistance to learn about it,” Pete says.
Pete also recommends having a pool service check at least once a year. He says doing so is a huge cost saving in the long run.
For example, mechanical seals on pumps can be replaced cheaply during a routine service check.
However, if the seals are not replaced, the pump will begin to leak, allowing water into the electric motor causing its bearings to seize. The owner is then up for the cost of a complete pump overhaul or possibly an entirely new pump.
Pete says it’s a joy to work on a failing pool and get it back into tip-top condition.
“Swimming pools are a big investment, and when they are running well and looking good they give people a lot of pleasure,” he says.
