Now that temperatures are dropping and the school year is in full swing, enjoying your swimming pool all day and night with your family may not be possible. However, instead of winterizing your pool for the season, you can keep it open for milder days and sunny weekends. Here are a few maintenance tips to follow if you want access to the water all year long.

How to Keep Your Pool Open All Year

1. Keep Your Pump Running

Your pump keeps water moving throughout your pool, which is particularly important during the winter to prevent freezing. Depending on outdoor temperatures, your pump should run anywhere from 12 to 24 hours per day to ensure constant flow.

2. Use Freeze Protection

If you don't want to check on your pump constantly during the winter, consider investing in an automatic timer with freeze protection. This gadget will ensure your pump starts running when the water approaches 32 degrees Fahrenheit, protecting your equipment and reducing your maintenance needs.

3. Heat the Water

To effectively extend your swimming season and ensure your pool is usable, you must install a water heater. This device will prevent freezing in the dead of winter, and it'll allow you to enjoy a comfortable dip on milder days.

4. Winterize Water Features & Patio Furniture

Fountains, waterfalls, and other pool features generally have their own separate pumps. To save on power and heating needs, consider winterizing these devices and shutting off their valves. Also, invest in covers for your patio furniture, such as tables, lounge chairs, and dining sets. By keeping these pieces covered when they aren't in use, you'll protect them from snow and ice.

Are you looking for swimming pool maintenance products and patio furniture you can enjoy this winter and beyond? If so, B & H Pool & Patio Shop is your one-stop-shop for everything from swimming accessories to gas logs. Conveniently located in High Point, NC, this family-owned business has been serving customers throughout the Triad and Greensboro areas since 1967. To connect with a friendly member of their team, call today at (336) 841-3222. For more information on their quality products, visit their website.