Ahwatukee Salt Cell Installation, Conversion and Replacement

What Is A Salt Cell?

A salt cell is the main part of a saltwater chlorine generator. It ensures that the dissolved salt is converted into chlorine, helping to keep the pool clean without having to manually add chlorine. This is done through the process of electrolysis. As the salt water passes through the cell, an electrical current is applied to the plates of the cell, which then converts the salt into chlorine, as well as a few other sanitizing agents, depending. 

The chlorine is then released into the pool to clean and sanitize, then over time the chlorine breaks down into salt again, and the process can start all over. 

When Do You Need Salt Cell Replacement?

There are a few signs that you need to look out for that will tell you that your salt cell may need replacing. First, if your salt cell is old then this is a sure sign it needs replacing. On average, these components last around 3-7 years, so if you had yours installed longer than 7 years ago, it likely definitely needs replacing. Anywhere before that will depend on a range of factors, combined with age.

For example, it might be the case that the chlorine levels in your pool are consistently low. If this is the case, it means that your salt cell is not working properly as the salt is not being correctly converted to chlorine. You can have a company come out and see what the issue is, but the likelihood is that you’re going to need a replacement. 

As well as this, you can always look at the salt cell itself. If you can see damaged plates, scaling, signs of corrosion or any other visible damage, then you’re probably going to need to be looking into a replacement. We strongly recommend finding a company that offers salt cell installation, conversion and replacement, so that at least you know they know what they are doing.

What Is Salt Cell Conversion?

If you have a traditional chlorine pool but you want to switch to a saltwater pool, then you’re going to need salt cell conversion, and that’s exactly where we come in. We are proud to be able to offer you this service, which involves installing a saltwater chlorine generator, or salt cell system into a traditional pool, turning it into a saltwater pool.

Once this has been done, your pool will then generate its own chlorine, meaning that you no longer need to manually sort the chlorine levels in your pool.

In order to get this tight, you need a company who knows what they are doing as the existing water in the pool needs to be balanced, the system needs to be installed into the plumbing of the property, the right amount of salt needs to be added, and you’re going to need the right sized system for your pool.

How Much Is This Going To Cost?

It depends whether you’re going to need installation, conversion, or replacement as to how much this is going to cost. You can spend a few thousand having this new system installed, and converting your pool to a saltwater pool going forward. A replacement may cost less, depending on how much work there is to do, the size of the pool and therefore the size of the salt cell, and so much more.

Taking Care Of Your Salt Cell

To take proper care of your salt cell, you need to ensure that you are cleaning it every 3 to 6 months, or if you start to notice scaling before this. You should soak this in a cleaning solution that has been specially created for salt cells, ensuring that it doesn’t cause any damage going forward.

You also need to take it out and inspect it for any kind of calcium build up, and if there is then this needs to be removed where possible. Ensuring that the pool's pH is balanced will help to extend the life of your salt cell also, so a combination of these will be the best solution.

Finding The Best Ahwatukee Salt Cell Installation, Conversion And Replacement Company 

It’s important to find a trusted and reputable company to take care of your salt cell installation, conversion, or replacement in Ahwatukee. Check out reviews that have been left by clients the company has had previously, and see what they have to say. Remember that above all else, you want a company who is able to offer you what you need, at a price you love, and has fantastic customer service. 

Speak to a member of the team that you are considering hiring, and go from there. Sometimes you will get a better feel for the business if you speak to them directly, rather than relying on what you read online.

We hope that you have found this article helpful, and have a more solid understanding of what you need to know about salt cell installation, conversation and replacement in Ahwatukee. On top of that, hopefully you know more about what to expect from your salt cell, how to take care of it, and so much more. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with us and we will help you as best we can.