It’s a time of year all pool owners dread, but eventually seasons change and pools must be closed. Preparing your pool for winter, a crucial part of pool maintenance can seem like a daunting and depressing task.
If you follow these steps closely, winterizing your pool should be a snap.
- One week before you are scheduled to close your pool, add the manufacturer-recommended amount of phosphate to prevent algae build up.
- Vacuum, brush, and sweep out all visible debris. This also reduces risk of algal build up and will make reopening it in the spring that much easier.
- Fill or drain your pool to the appropriate level. Those living in areas where temperatures may reach freezing levels should drain their pool about 6 inches below the normal fill level. You should also drain any pool lines or piping and add antifreeze to avoid bursting. People living in areas where temperatures do not reach freezing levels should fill their pool to the brim.
- Balance your PH levels, Total Alkalinity should be between 80-120 ppm, pH level should be between 7.4-7.6. Check your pools instruction manual to be sure, or call a qualified pool maintenance expert.
- Shock and Chlorinate your pool to kill any bacteria.
- Backwash your filter to clear any chemical or dirt residue built up inside.
- Inflate your air pillow via pump and position it in the center of the pool, then install your safety cover, winter cover, and leaf net (if you need one)
- Finally, be sure to check on your pool’s chemical balance monthly to ensure nothing changes over the winter months.
Get In Touch With Elite Pools Today
Since 1959, Elite Pools has striven to be the Mid-Atlantic’s premier home pool design company, specializing in the design and construction of residential and commercial in-ground pools and spas. Whether you are building a new pool at your home or renovating your existing pool, we have the knowledge and expertise to deliver elegant, long-lasting swimming pool designs combined with resilience and durability.
Choose from a variety of styles:
- Vanishing Edge Pools
- Free Form Pools
- Interactive Play Pool Features, Such as Water Slides
- Water Features and Rocks
- Walk-in Pools
- Lap Pools
- Diving Pools
- Spas
- Pebble Tec® finishes
If you are ready to schedule your spring pool installation in Annapolis, MD or the surrounding area, or would like more information on in-ground pools or other pool maintenance, then you’ve come to the right place. Please contact Elite Pools by calling 1-800-277-0254. One of our in-house licensed pool contractors will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. We believe in putting the customer first!
