What Happens After Your Pool is Finished? Here’s What To Expect

At DSH Homes and Pools, we take pride in delivering beautifully crafted pools built to last. But once construction is complete and you’re ready to take your first dip, many homeowners wonder—what happens next? What are you, the pool owner, responsible for?

This guide outlines what to expect after your pool is completed and how to keep your investment looking great and functioning flawlessly for years to come.

1. Initial Walkthrough & Orientation

After construction is complete, our team will schedule a final walkthrough and orientation with you. This session ensures you’re fully comfortable managing your new pool. During this visit, we will:

• Demonstrate how to operate all equipment, including pumps, filters, lights, heaters, automation systems, and water features.

• Walk you through the control systems, whether they’re manual, remote-controlled, or integrated with a smartphone app.

• Explain your maintenance responsibilities, including the importance of weekly water testing and filter cleaning.

• Review your pool’s safety features, such as fencing, alarms, or auto covers, and how to use them properly.

• Answer any questions you have about operation, maintenance, or warranties.

• Provide documentation and resources so you have everything you need at your fingertips.

  
  

2. Ongoing Pool Maintenance

To keep your pool in top shape, routine maintenance is essential. While DSH provides a high-quality build, it’s up to you to protect your investment with ongoing care:

• Balance Water Chemistry Weekly

  Monitor pH, chlorine, alkalinity, calcium hardness, and cyanuric acid levels. Proper water balance keeps the water safe and prevents damage to plaster, tile, and equipment.

• Skim Debris and Vacuum Regularly

  Use a skimmer net to remove leaves, bugs, and debris. Weekly vacuuming (manual or robotic) helps keep the pool floor clean and prevents algae buildup.

• Brush Pool Surfaces Weekly

  Brushing walls and tile helps prevent algae and improves circulation.

• Empty Skimmer and Pump Baskets

  Clogged baskets reduce water flow and can strain your pump. Clean them at least weekly.

• Inspect Equipment Monthly

  Check for leaks, odd noises, or signs of wear on pumps, filters, and heaters.

• Backwash Filters (as needed)

  Keep your filtration system running efficiently by backwashing or cleaning as recommended.

  
  

Need help? We can connect you with a trusted pool maintenance provider.

3. Seasonal Pool Care

Your responsibilities shift with the seasons. Depending on your climate, you may need to

• Winterize the Pool

  • Lower water levels

  • Drain plumbing and equipment

  • Add winter chemicals

  • Cover the pool

  • Shut down electrical systems

• Reopen in Spring/Summer

  • Remove and clean the cover

  • Reconnect and inspect equipment

  • Refill the pool

  • Shock and balance the water

  • Resume your maintenance schedule

    
    

We’re happy to guide you through these steps or recommend reliable seasonal care professionals.

4. Safety Responsibilities

Even after construction, pool safety is your responsibility.

• Maintain pool fencing and self-latching gates as required by local codes.

• Use pool covers and alarms to prevent unauthorized access.

• Supervise children and guests—never leave anyone unattended near the pool.

• Keep CPR and emergency tools clearly posted and accessible.

• Clean surrounding surfaces to prevent slips and falls.

  
  

5. Warranty & Support

DSH Pools provides a limited one-year warranty on workmanship and materials. However, warranties only remain valid if you maintain your pool and notify us of any issues within 15 days of discovery.

Final Thoughts

Your new pool should be a source of relaxation—not confusion. DSH Homes and Pools is here to make sure you feel confident and supported every step of the way.