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# How often to change pool water

# **How Often Should You Change Your Pool Water?**
**What Central Florida Homeowners Need to Know**
Most homeowners are surprised to learn that **pool water is not fully drained and replaced every year**. Modern pools are designed to maintain the same water long-term with proper filtration and chemical balance.
At **Professional Pool Company**, we follow industry best practices to help homeowners understand when (and if) a full water replacement is truly needed.

## ⭐ **How Often Should Pool Water Be Replaced?**
For most pools, complete water replacement is recommended **every 5–7 years** — *and often even less frequently* when the water is well-maintained.
Because Central Florida uses gunite pools with efficient filtration systems, many homeowners go **10+ years** without ever having to completely drain their pool.

## ⭐ **When a Full Drain *Is* Needed**
A complete water replacement is only required when:
### ✔ Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) are too high
Over time, minerals and chemical byproducts accumulate. If TDS becomes excessive, water becomes difficult to balance.
### ✔ Stabilizer (CYA) is excessively high
Too much cyanuric acid makes chlorine ineffective.
### ✔ Severe algae contamination
If algae has deeply penetrated the plaster.
### ✔ Interior surface refinishing
Draining is necessary when resurfacing or repairing plaster.
### ✔ Major contamination
Such as paint spills, fertilizers, or bacteria from floodwater.

## ⭐ **When You Should *Not* Drain Your Pool**
Draining a pool is risky if done improperly. Homeowners should never drain a pool when:
* The ground is saturated from rain
* Groundwater levels are high
* The pool shows signs of hydrostatic pressure
* Ambient temperatures exceed 90°F
Gunite pools can **float or crack** if drained under the wrong conditions.
Always consult a professional before draining.

## ⭐ **What You Should Do Instead**
Most water-quality issues can be solved **without draining the pool**:
* Partial drain & refill (10–30%)
* Filter cleaning or replacement
* Shock treatment
* Chemical rebalancing
* Enzyme treatments
Routine maintenance keeps water healthy for years without the need for a full drain.

## ⭐ **Professional Pool Company Recommendation**
With proper cleaning, filtration, and chemistry:
### **You should only need to replace your pool water every 5–7 years.**
Some pools may go even longer.
If you're unsure, schedule a water analysis — we’ll test your water, evaluate TDS, CYA, and overall condition, and provide honest guidance.

## 👉 Need help or a professional evaluation?
Call **321-252-7371** or visit **propoolco.com** to schedule a water assessment.