What Pool Chemicals Do You Actually Need to Start the Season?
- Shopping Seasons
- 04 May, 2026
Walk into any pool store and you’ll see shelves packed with chemicals. But what do you actually need?
Let’s simplify it.
The Essentials:
- Chlorine (sanitizer)
- Shock (for deep cleaning)
- pH increaser/decreaser
- Alkalinity balancer
- Stabilizer (protects chlorine from sun)
What Most People Get Wrong
Many pool owners:
- Buy too many chemicals
- Use incorrect amounts
- Skip testing
This leads to cloudy or green water.
💡 The Smart Approach
Start with a basic opening kit, then adjust based on your water condition.
👉 Bring your pool water into our store located on 45 River Road, North Arlington NJ 07032 and we’ll tell you exactly what to use—no upselling.
