Opening / Closing / Winterizing the Pool

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Step by Step Instructions for Ensuring Easy Pool Opening
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by sbelgrave » Tue 01 Apr, 2008 08:05

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While I know there is no perfect equation that meets the demands of all pools when opening one, I thought I'd at least throw out what I have and see...

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Hello,

There are few instruction for ensuring easy pool opening. For the swimming pool opening process you need all the necessary chemical and...
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Tue 06 Jun, 2017 02:34
Advice on closing above ground pool

by Michele » Mon 02 Aug, 2010 18:33

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We purchased home recently that had an above ground pool that has not been used in over 2 years. The pool itself is in good condition, however, the...

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Hello,

If you are thinking of closing the pool winter then you can follow some steps such as you need to add the winter chemicals before covering...

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Mon 26 Jun, 2017 03:07
Can I open this pool or do I need to drain it?

by Tboz » Fri 08 Jun, 2012 18:10

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We have an 24' round above ground pool. We closed it correctly last year, but lost the cover during the first winter ice storm. Now i have a nasty...

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Hello,

According to me, You should use liquid chlorine or algaecide to remove the nasty yellow-green water. It cleaned your swimming pool perfectly....

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Sat 24 Jun, 2017 06:44
Fill for FREE!
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by Krusty » Tue 03 Nov, 2009 10:59

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OK.....I used to pay for the water to fill my pool and had no problem with it, until the utility changed the rules. They used to waive the sewage...

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I liked the idea.
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Last post by MargaretCanipe
Wed 21 Jun, 2017 07:47
Brown/green super smelly water when opened

by Scarlettgrey » Tue 02 May, 2017 21:20

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Hi all! We have opened our above ground pool for the summer. However, we've run into some trouble. Back in the late winter/early spring we had some...

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Liquid chlorine is bleach (sodium hypochlorite) strengths vary but can be adjusted using pool maths
You should never lower pH to make the pool water...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Wed 31 May, 2017 09:39
air in water coming into the pool

by wilbanks51 » Tue 16 May, 2017 09:27

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I opened the pool 2 days ago and have air coming out of the water that goes into the pool. I have checked pipes and equipment and cannot find any...

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A little air is no problem. Other than aerating and causing your pH to rise
A lot of air can cause the pump to lose prime, when that happens and the...

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Wed 17 May, 2017 10:28
Ready to run filter - what to do with these screews?

by Seasea47 » Mon 15 May, 2017 10:42

I have an older Triton TR 100 sand filter. I usually hire someone to open and close, but this year decided to do it myself. Got the cover off and the...

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Mon 15 May, 2017 10:42
Closing Pool with bottom drain

by toddrich » Tue 27 Sep, 2016 09:03

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I've read a lot on closing and understand it all. I know to lower the water below the skimmer and blow it out and plug it and drain the filter.
I...

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You can install a pool fence for added safety.

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Thu 30 Mar, 2017 00:16
First Time Closing IG Pool On My Own!

by webguynow » Tue 25 Oct, 2016 16:11

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OK great; I've done most of my own maintenance for the pool anyway over last 5 years

I'll keep this real basic -
I borrowed an air compressor...

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When closing your pool, do check the pool fence. It will help in keeping unwanted guests away.

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Last post by marvinwalters
Thu 30 Mar, 2017 00:15
Guide to Winterizing and Closing Your In-Ground Pool

by DohenysPoolSupplies » Thu 11 Oct, 2012 12:26

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Closing and “winterizing” your in-ground swimming pool may seem like a challenge, but Doheny’s assures you that it is a task you can handle! Doheny’s...

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That’s a good read.

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Mon 26 Dec, 2016 23:57
PoolTree winter cover support system

by PoolTree System LLC » Thu 25 Aug, 2016 21:31

We wanted to introduce The PoolTree System to the board, since it is hard to expose to everyone. The PoolTree is a winter cover support system that...

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Thu 25 Aug, 2016 21:31
First time opening...

by strollerfreak » Wed 25 May, 2016 11:28

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This is my first time opening up our pool. I am looking for input on whether I should work with what we have, or start from scratch.
First, we live...

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I suggest that you brush or scrub the bottom of the pool first to loosen up the sediment before using the Mamba. You will probably need to vacuum...

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Thu 26 May, 2016 08:19
Opening pool, should I drain?

by Autumnrstarr » Mon 16 May, 2016 08:41

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We intended on properly closing the pool for the winter but did not get around to it :/

Hampton Roads, VA-out climate is always cold, hot, cold,...

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If it's easy and not to costly to drain and clean that would be the easiest way to go
Be careful that any ground water doesn't float the pool unless...

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Last post by Denniswiseman
Tue 24 May, 2016 03:47
Pool Liner not attached

by PoolNewbie116 » Mon 16 May, 2016 09:54

I just pulled back the cover after a nasty winter(Massachusetts) and the liner of our above ground pool is no longer in the track. The old owners did...

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Mon 16 May, 2016 09:54
closing Florida pool in summer

by flymike » Fri 04 May, 2007 16:08

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How would I close a (caged) Florida in-ground pool during the summer months when I'm away?

Can I cover it and turn off the filter?
Should I lower...

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I am keeping my west palm beach area pool operating through the summer. it's a salt pool and screened in so I should have little trouble. I will shut...

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Last post by garyl
Wed 11 May, 2016 21:57
Leaking Pool

by tbspeaks » Sun 13 Dec, 2015 09:19

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Hello, new to the forum. I closed our 15x30 above ground pool as usual this year (Kentucky). I drained the water down a few feet as usual, put the...

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If you are not going to address the leak right now you can leave the cover on, but you do need to keep water in the pool or you risk structural...

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Mon 14 Dec, 2015 03:13
Couldn't pump water off of winter cover?

by junkmail9999 » Thu 27 May, 2010 08:29

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Sorry if this is all dumb, but this is my first time opening my new pool in the spring...I got it late last fall.

I have a solid pool cover, not...

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I have a small pin hole leak in my cover. Theres always water on that spot,should I change the cover while its still fall?

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Last post by ekim1949
Wed 24 Sep, 2014 08:36
Should I run my pool pump?

by Floridapool » Mon 13 Jan, 2014 14:16

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I live in Florida, and again this week, it is supposed to get pretty cold at night. I don't close my pool down in the winters, it never gets cold...

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THANK YOU!!!! I asked the pool store, and they said the same thing you did! Thanks again!

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Tue 14 Jan, 2014 17:58
Should i do it this way?

by MR O » Sat 19 Oct, 2013 10:13

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Hi There

I have an IGP of about 10000 gallons with a solid concrete and mosaic tiled liner, heated and the sand filter pump and valve equipment is...

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Mr O,

I would play it safe and just winterize the pool, it may cost a few bucks now but could end up saving you in the end. If you only plan on...

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Sat 19 Oct, 2013 12:23
Cyclonic Blower

by Lou9art » Fri 23 Aug, 2013 05:59

For closing an inground fiberglas pool. Could anyone recommend a good powerful blower that I can use to blow out lines and prepare for winterizing....

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Fri 23 Aug, 2013 05:59

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