Benefits of a Saltwater Pool

Benefits of a salt system

Most people do not buy a salt water pool system for the sole purpose of saving money. They buy it for the increased swimmer comfort. With that said, they do save quite a bit of money on pool chemicals, but it probably takes about 2-3 years before the system pays for itself.

The fact that you are not having to use packaged pool chlorine will save a significant amount of money in the long run. The real reason to go with a saltwater pool system is because of the fantastic water quality. The money savings are just icing on the cake.

Here is the best rationale for buying a salt water system: Pool owners spend $25,000.00 or more, to build a beautiful pool, so doesn’t it make sense to spend $1000.00 - $2000.00 on the water quality. After all, shouldn’t the best thing about the pool be the water? In the end, you get what you pay for. A little money spent on the salt water system will allow the typical homeowner to enjoy their swimming experience so much more.

Here are other benefits:

Lower Chlorine Levels: Saltwater pools are balanced from 0.5 to 1.0 pp. chlorine. Traditional pools are balanced from 3.0 - 5.0 pp. chlorine.
By not using harsh chemicals you remove the source of irritation that plagues most swimmers.
Saltwater pool systems virtually eliminate algae problems.
No “Chemical Bath Feel” because packaged or liquid chlorine is not needed
Minimal applications of soda ash or baking soda
Controlled stabilizer levels
Better swimmer comfort

NOTE: Technically, water is not officially considered to be “salt water” until you reach a threshold of 6000 ppm salt. The industry standard for salt systems is around 3000 ppm.