Preparing Your Pool for Winter

As autumn arrives, it’s time to think about what maintenance needs to be done to your pool for over the colder months so it’s ready to go for the following year when the weather permits. Keeping your pool healthy need not be a chore.

Winter is also the best time to conduct any structural work or begin to install a pool from scratch, but following our tips, you can keep your pool in pristine condition during the colder weather. Don’t let your pool fall into disrepair, and miss the summer season by having to fix the issues then.

Drain water to avoid frost damage

Water left standing in the pool’s pipes, heater, pump, or filter runs the risk of freezing during winter, then expanding and damaging the equipment. It’s essential to drain water from all areas of the pool to avoid costly frost damage.

Winter Pool Covers

A winter pool cover is an essential purchase. This will keep leaves, twigs, and similar debris out of your pool. Before covering your pool, skim the water and scrub the sides to get rid of any grime and bacteria.

Use the right chemicals

You need to treat your pool to a ‘shock’ all year-round to ensure that it remains hygienic. Pool maintenance services in Cheshire can ensure you have there right winterisation chemicals.

Look after your indoor pool

It is not only outdoor pools that need attention for the winter months, but indoor pools also require proper maintenance, even if they don’t get used much during the winter. Continue with your regular water treatment and backwashing, and ensure you get your dehumidifier or environmental control unit serviced too.

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