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Salt Cell Cleaning

Salt cell cleaning for saltwater pools

Scale buildup on a salt cell reduces chlorine output and can hide bigger issues. We inspect and clean cells when performance calls for it.

About salt cell cleaning

Saltwater pools use a chlorinator cell to produce chlorine from dissolved salt. Over time, calcium scale builds up on the plates inside the cell, which reduces output and can make your pool harder to keep balanced. A proper cleaning restores output and lets the cell do its job.

Salt cell cleaning is an extra service for saltwater pools and may be recommended when scale buildup affects performance.

Who it's for

Homeowners with saltwater pools noticing lower chlorine output, scale visible on the cell plates, low-salt warnings despite a correct salt level, or who haven't had the cell inspected recently.

Generally included

  • Safe removal of the salt cell from the plumbing
  • Visual inspection for scale, damage, and plate condition
  • Appropriate cleaning method based on scale level
  • Reinstall with correct orientation and flow
  • Confirm generator is operating as expected

What may cost extra

  • Replacement cells if plates are worn or damaged
  • Replacement unions, O-rings, or fittings
  • Controller repairs or replacement (quoted separately)

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