At GPM Pool and Spa, we combine superior pool chemicals with the expertise to use them effectively. With over 40 years serving Long Island pool owners, our greatest asset is our deep knowledge and exceptional customer service.
Our staff undergoes intensive training through BioGuard’s H2Know certification program, mastering the latest pool care techniques. We use BioGuard’s exclusive ALEX® software for comprehensive water analysis, providing precise, customized solutions for your pool’s specific needs. Whether you’re battling algae, cloudy water, or maintaining perfect balance, our certified professionals recommend the right treatment protocols.
Pool chemistry doesn’t have to be complicated. At GPM, we make pool maintenance simple and stress-free. Our experienced team develops maintenance plans that fit your schedule and keep your pool crystal clear all season. We don’t just sell chemicals – we provide the knowledge, support, and ongoing service needed for perfect pool condition.
Visit our Bethpage location to discover why Long Island pool owners trust GPM Pool and Spa. Experience the difference of working with true pool care experts who put your satisfaction first.
BioGuard, established over 40 years ago, is a respected manufacturer building their reputation through constant innovation. They support program-based pool care with a 3-step chlorine program, non-chlorine Soft Swim program, and saltwater Mineral Springs program.
At GPM Pool and Spa, we combine superior pool chemicals with the expertise to use them effectively. With over 40 years serving Long Island pool owners, our greatest asset is our deep knowledge and exceptional customer service.
Our staff undergoes intensive training through BioGuard’s H2Know certification program, mastering the latest pool care techniques. We use BioGuard’s exclusive ALEX® software for comprehensive water analysis, providing precise, customized solutions for your pool’s specific needs. Whether you’re battling algae, cloudy water, or maintaining perfect balance, our certified professionals recommend the right treatment protocols.
Pool chemistry doesn’t have to be complicated. At GPM, we make pool maintenance simple and stress-free. Our experienced team develops maintenance plans that fit your schedule and keep your pool crystal clear all season. We don’t just sell chemicals – we provide the knowledge, support, and ongoing service needed for perfect pool condition.
Visit our Bethpage location to discover why Long Island pool owners trust GPM Pool and Spa. Experience the difference of working with true pool care experts who put your satisfaction first.
BioGuard, established over 40 years ago, is a respected manufacturer building their reputation through constant innovation. They support program-based pool care with a 3-step chlorine program, non-chlorine Soft Swim program, and saltwater Mineral Springs program.
GPM employees attend annual product and pool chemical care training courses from BioGuard.
Our most important products are our knowledge and our dedication to superior customer service. Contact us today: 516-933-2828
Long Island’s Premier BioGuard Dealer – Professional Pool Chemical Solutions for Nassau and Suffolk County.
What sets GPM apart:
ALEX professional water testing services – Through state-of-the-art water analysis technology, our staff can give you a detailed look at your pool water’s chemical balance and deliver a maintenance plan for a crystal clear pool.
Our staff’s deep understanding of pool chemistry and pool quality solutions – Through BioGuard’s H2Know training program, our staff is certified in the latest pool maintenance technology.
Our commitment to helping our customers understand pool chemistry. Unlike the big-box stores, you won’t find part-timers guessing the best sounding answer to your questions. We’re here to help you become a better informed pool owner, capable of solving every issue affecting your pool’s water quality.
Our relentless pursuit of optimal results and customer satisfaction – Customer satisfaction is our most important product.
SWIMMING POOL WATER QUALITY SOLUTIONS
The Problem:
Black Algae
Black algae are single-celled organisms that form large colonies in pool surface cracks and crevices. They contain compounds that mask their green color and create a protective layer around each cell. This protective barrier makes black algae resistant to normal chlorine levels and significantly more difficult to treat than other algae types.
The Problem:
Green Algae
Common “green” algae are microscopic, aquatic plant-like organisms and can be free-floating or wall clinging. Algae grows in salt or fresh water and thrives in temperatures above 85°F. In fact, it can “bloom” overnight. Algae spores constantly enter pool by rain, wind, animals, toys or swimsuits and left unchecked, can clog filters and create surface damage.
The Problem:
Yellow (Mustard) Algae
This chlorine-resistant algae often resembles dirt or sand on bottom or sides of pool. It contains compounds that act as a defense mechanism against the oxidation efforts of sanitizers, helping it survive even highly chlorinated conditions. This can create a large chlorine demand in certain situations. Mustard algae can be brushed away easily, but returns quickly.
The Problem:
Cloudy Water
Cloudy water is a hazy, murky appearance that is caused by suspended particles that are invisible to the naked eye. A similar analogy would be the particles in air that cause smoke. These impurities are introduced to the water from a myriad of environmental sources, even bathers and source water. Particles can intensify and cause water to cloud due to improper water balance, low sanitizer levels and/or lack of routine oxidation, poor filtration or inadequate circulation.
The Problem:
Evaporation/Heat Loss
Local climate and weather have a significant impact a pool’s energy efficiency. Evaporation is more noticeable in dry areas with clear, cold nights and reduced water temperatures. These two effects are interrelated as well since when pool water evaporates, heat is also lost from the pool to the air. Other environmental conditions such as humidity or strong winds can also contribute to the problem. The result is increased costs to constantly refill and reheat your pool.
The Problem:
Excessive Chlorine Loss
The consistent inability to maintain chlorine levels is also called “chlorine demand” and is most often caused by a high level of inorganic and organic contaminants in the water. Those contaminants force the chlorine to work extremely hard to oxidize them, leaving little chlorine to protect swimmers. Proper chlorine levels cannot be reestablished without first eliminating the contaminants. External factors such as sunlight and heat also contribute to chlorine loss.
The Problem:
Foaming
Foam can be caused by applying a foaming algicide in pools with jetted returns, attached spas or water features. Foaming can also be caused by a foreign contaminant such as soap or oil entering the pool or the build up or organic contaminants in the pool water. Foam should dissipate over time, but the use of anti-foaming agents will help clear the foam much more rapidly.
The Problem:
Scaling
Scale formation occurs when there’s an oversaturation of minerals and water conditions do not allow them to dissolve. Those conditions may be high calcium hardness, high temperatures and/or high pH. The minerals drop out of solution and attach to pool walls and equipment and can damage them if not removed. Salt cell generators are especially susceptible due to these intense water conditions.
The Problem:
Metal Staining
Pool water, equipment, and surfaces can become discolored due to contamination, sunlight and the presence of metals in pool water. Metals are often introduced into the water via source water, equipment (corrosion of heater parts), pool chemicals or other pool devices. Changes in water balance (usually from an increase in pH or application of a shock product) can cause the metals to become insoluble and allow them to drop onto the pool surface, resulting in staining. Iron and copper are the two most common stains. Some stains may be organic in nature (such as black algae and pink slime) and should be treated with algicides and shock.
The Problem:
Eye/Skin Irritation
Eyes and skin can become irritated after spending time in the pool for various reasons. Out of balance pool parameter, specifically pH, can cause eye and skin irritation in swimmers. A build up of contaminants in pool water can also create chloramines (a chlorine smell) and contribute to eye/skin irritation.
The Problem:
Waterline Buildup
A greasy coating on the walls along the waterline of the pool is evidence that there is a saturation of undissolved materials in the water while a ring of rough patches may be a sign of scale. Most of the time, oils, lotions, and other organic contaminants that enter the water via swimmers cause the greasy buildup. Scale conditions are due to hard water problems or failure to correct water balance issues.
Your Pool Care Team
GPM Pool & Spa
For over 40 years, GPM Pool & Spa has been Long Island’s trusted one-stop destination for all your backyard needs. With convenient locations in both Bethpage and New Hyde Park, NY, we’ve built our reputation on a foundation of exceptional customer service and deep industry expertise. Our commitment to putting customers first has made us a leading provider of custom pools, hot tubs, outdoor furniture, and pool maintenance solutions throughout Long Island.
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