The weather is getting colder and the leaves are starting to change. Fall is certainly on its way. If you have a pool, you know exactly what that means. It’s time to close your pool for winter. Before you begin this process, we’ll explain how to close a pool for the winter, step by step.
Begin Winterizing
Start this process one week before actually closing it by using chemicals to prevent algae.
Clean Your Pool
When you’re finally ready close your pool, start by cleaning your pool and removing any debris. This will help prevent algae growth and make reopening your pool in the spring much easier.
Prevent Freezing
Winter weather will cause your pool water to freeze. To help with this problem, drain your pool below the freeze line (below the pool’s inlets).
Balance Your Pool
When preparing your pool for the winter, make sure to balance your pool chemicals. Use a testing kit to make sure your alkalinity is between 80-120 ppm and pH is between 7.0-7.4.
Shock & Chlorinate
Shock your pool and chlorinate it to kill any bacteria that may stick around during the winter months.
Backwash Your Filter
Allow the pump to run a full cycle, then backwash and chemically clean your filter.
Drain Pool Lines
Keep your pool lines from freezing during the winter by draining them and filling them with antifreeze. This will keep your pipes from freezing and bursting during the following months. This is only for areas that freeze during the winter.
Shut Off Pumps and Heaters
Since you won’t be using your pool until next spring, turn off all pumps, heaters, and other electrical equipment, including shutting of their power at the circuit breaker.
Cover Pool
Once everything else has been taken care of, cover your pool with a secure pool cover.
Repair with SANI-TRED®
When beginning to close your pool, you might notice some cracks, leaks, or imperfections. If so, now is the perfect time to repair your pool. Pools go through a lot during the season, and before your close it for the year, be sure to check for cracks, leaks, and even holes before completely closing your pool for the winter. For relatively easy and quick pool repair, use the SANI-TRED® System to repair, waterproof, and protect your pool. Make any repairs now before closing your pool and make things easier for yourself in the spring when you’ll be opening your swimming pool.
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