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When closing up your pool for the year, you might assume you should drain out all of the water. When you factor in water’s tendency to freeze and expand in cold weather, this train of thought makes sense. However, this could actually cause damage. In the winter, the lining is susceptible to drying out, which can result in rips or cracks. If this occurs, water can seep through these tears when you fill up the pool in the spring, causing foundation damage. To avoid these problems, follow the guide below.

Guide to Draining Your Pool for Winter

Drain to a Safe Height

Typically, when draining any pool, you want to get the water level below the skimmer. This will prevent the filter and pump systems from freezing and bursting. If you have an above-ground pool, you might not even have to go this low if the pump and skimmer can be detached.

Apply Winterizing Chemicals

poolAdding products such as chlorine shock and algaecide will prevent the water in your pool from freezing entirely. They will also ensure it remains clean, which is important for protecting the liner and making it easier to open your backyard oasis next summer.

Add an Air Pillow & a Cover

To further protect the remaining water from freezing, more people are placing air pillows in the center of their pools. They work in combination with a cover to ensure any ice accumulation expands inward instead of outward. If ice forms and expands outward, it creates pressure on the pool walls and leads to cracks and other damage.

 

If you need help closing your pool correctly or want to receive winter maintenance, work with the team at Distinctive Swimming Pools in Washington Depot, CT. In business for over 75 years, the company makes taking care of your pool easy. Call them today at (860) 868-3622 to learn more about their seasonal offerings, and visit their website for more information about their services and retail store.

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