What is the function of a pool skimmer?

The primary function of a pool skimmer is to remove debris from the water surface. Skimmers are designed to collect leaves, bugs, and other debris that float on top of the water, preventing them from sinking to the bottom of the pool. This is essential for maintaining water clarity and ensuring the efficiency of the pool's filtration system. By keeping the surface of the water clean, skimmers help to reduce the workload on the pool pump and filter, improving overall water quality and reducing the need for extensive cleaning or chemical treatments.

While heating the water, balancing chemical levels, and increasing water pressure are important aspects of pool maintenance, they are not the role of a skimmer. Each of these functions is handled by other equipment or systems in the pool setup, like heaters, chemical feeders, or pumps, respectively. This highlighting of the skimmer's unique function underlines the importance of its role in overall pool hygiene and maintenance.