Many swimming pools throughout Phoenix are salt water swimming pools. Salt water swimming pools use a salt water pool system that includes a saltwater chlorinator.  These salt water pool systems can be very beneficial in the maintenance of your swimming pool, but they need to be properly maintained.  The salt water systems are by no means maintenance free and require inspection several times throughout the year, not just in the summer months.  Most salt cells are unable to produce chlorine when the water temperature is too hot or too cold.  Some brands of salt cells will automatically shut off when the water temperature is too low.  Others need to be manually shut off during the winter time to extend the life of the cell.  Your pool's water chemistry is still important and needs to be maintained year round.  Call Blue Cactus Pool Service LLC for a complete inspection of your salt system, pool equipment, pool filter, and water chemistry to ensure your swimming pool is ready for spring.