Can You Fill a Pool With a Garden Hose?

Summary

This video script advises that for most pool owners, using a garden hose to fill a swimming pool is the best, easiest, and most affordable option, taking about two days for an average 20,000-gallon pool. It's only recommended to truck in water if you have a well, due to potential contamination and depletion concerns. Calling your local municipality about water usage for pool filling can sometimes halve the cost. The script also warns against using well water due to metal contamination issues that can turn pools brown upon chlorination.

Takeaways

• 🚰 Using a garden hose is the best option for filling a swimming pool for most owners.
• 🏊‍♂️ The average time to fill a 20,000-gallon pool with a garden hose is about two days.
• 💧 City water supply is ideal for filling pools, while wells may pose contamination risks.
• 🚚 Water trucks are recommended only for well owners concerned about contamination or running dry.
• 💸 The cost of filling a pool can be halved by contacting the local municipality for special arrangements.
• 🛠️ Metals in well water can cause significant problems, turning pools brown when chlorine is added.
• 🏡 If you live in a city with a city water supply, a garden hose is sufficient for pool filling.
• 👫 Asking neighbors to help with multiple hoses is an old practice that might not be as common today.
• 🔄 The process of filling a pool with a garden hose is straightforward, fast, and affordable.
• 🌐 Visit SwimmingPoolSteve.com for more pool-related advice and information.

Q & A

Is it possible to fill a swimming pool using a garden hose?

Yes, it is possible and often recommended for most swimming pool owners to use a garden hose to fill their pool.

How long does it typically take to fill a swimming pool with a garden hose?

It usually takes about two days to fill an average swimming pool of around 20,000 gallons, depending on the size of the pool and water pressure.

What are the benefits of using a garden hose to fill a swimming pool?

Using a garden hose is fast, easy, and affordable compared to other methods such as using water trucks.

Under what circumstances might it be necessary to have water trucked in for a swimming pool?

Water should be trucked in if you have a well and are concerned about running it dry or if the well water is contaminated with metals, which can cause issues in the pool.

What are the potential problems caused by metals in well water when filling a swimming pool?

Metals in well water can cause the pool water to turn brown after adding chlorine due to oxidation, leading to various pool maintenance issues.

Can filling a swimming pool with a garden hose affect your water bill?

Yes, if you pay for water both in and out on the same bill, you might be charged for the sewer treatment of the water used to fill the pool.

Is there a way to reduce the cost of water used to fill a swimming pool?

Contacting your local municipality and explaining that you're filling your swimming pool can sometimes result in a reduced cost for the water used.

What is the average size of a swimming pool in gallons?

The average swimming pool is around 20,000 gallons.

Why might using a neighbor's garden hose to fill a pool not be necessary or recommended?

Using your own garden hose is sufficient as it is affordable and there is no need to incur additional costs or ask for favors.

What is the importance of not introducing metals into a swimming pool?

Metals can cause discoloration and other maintenance issues, so preventing their introduction is crucial for pool health.

What is the website mentioned in the script for more information about swimming pools?

The website mentioned is swimmingpoolsteve.com.