Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus, MO
63028
www.widemanpools.com
636-931-7335
Pool Closing Tips for Your In-ground Pool
By: Anthony & Sylvan Pools
Properly closing your pool during
cold weather is an important part of prolonging your pool’s finish, tile work,
and equipment. It can also save you a lot of time and money when you are
reopening the pool, as improperly closing it can cause problems to develop and
cause damage that will have to be fixed.
The pool maintenance experts have
compiled a list of our best tips to help you properly close your pool in an
easy and effective manner.
When
Is A Good Time to Close My Pool?
Most pool owners choose to close
their in-ground pool in late summer or fall. Something to consider is the
weather conditions in your local area. Pool water needs to be consistently
below 55 degrees Fahrenheit to help prevent algae growth.
Pro Tip: Look at the projected weather conditions for the next few
months when considering closing your pool. The weather may be cool now, but
warm up for a few weeks down the line which can promote algae growth.
Clean
the Pool
Remove everything that’s not part of
the pool, such as ladders, pumps and hoses. Skim the water and remove all
debris from the pool’s floor. Vacuum and brush all the surfaces to help avoid
staining.
Pro Tip: Do this step the day you plan to finish closing the pool,
not in advance as debris and other build up can collect in the in-between time,
making your cleaning less effective.
Adjusting
Your Water Chemistry
Check and adjust the pH, alkalinity,
and water hardness levels to help prevent corrosion while your pool is closed.
You will also need to shock your pool with chlorine and add in a winter
algaecide. (“Shocking” is a term to describe super-chlorinating the pool.)
Pro Tip: Shock the pool and allow normal chlorine levels to return
before adding in the algaecide so the chlorine does not destroy the algaecide.
Lower
the Water
Lower the water using a pump, drain
the equipment, and winterize the plumbing. Freezing water can damage or ruin
the mechanical components of your pool equipment.
Pro Tip: Drain the water according to the pool cover you are
planning to use. For a mesh cover, the water should be 6-8 inches below the
skimmer. For a solid floating cover, it’s only 2-4 inches below the skimmer.
Cover
it Up
It’s important to choose a cover
that fits your pool well and does not leave open cracks for leaves or debris to
fall in. Mesh covers are often very tight fitting, while floating covers may
let somethings through that will have to be removed later.
Pro Tip: Use water bags to ensure your pool cover is fitted as
tightly as possible.
Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus, MO
63028
www.widemanpools.com
636-931-7335
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