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Besides, can you leave Summer Waves pool up in winter?

At the end of summer, you may be wondering how to care for your above-ground pool. It's possible to leave your above-ground pool up all winter with the water in it, since draining it completely may cause it to collapse. However, several steps and precautions are necessary to keep your pool safe through the winter.

Additionally, can you winterize an easy set pool? If, however, you live in an area where freezing occurs, you‘ll have to drain your Intex pool and take it down for the winter. Luckily, these pools are some of the easiest above-ground pools to collapse and store. When swimming season ends, you can winterize or dismantle your Intex pool.

One may also ask, can you leave an Intex pool up during the winter?

In warmer climates, Intex advises to keep your pool up, if you prefer. However, you must winterize the pool when keeping it full throughout the winter. If your area maintains tropical climates all year long, you may not need to winterize your pool at all, especially if you use your pool on a regular basis.

How far down do you drain your pool for winter?

It's acceptable to drain the pool a few more inches below that if you live in an area that gets heavy precipitation during the winter months. Some pool professionals even suggest draining the water to as much as 6 inches below the skimmer — about the level of the bottom of the pool's return jet.

Related Question Answers

Does an above ground pool freeze solid?

Aboveground Wall Collapse: If a pool begins to leak water, while the winter pool cover is frozen solid into the ice sheet – either the cover will rip, or the pool walls will collapse inward. Water expands about 9% when it freezes, so use enough Air Pillows to cover about 10% of the pool surface area.

Can I leave my vinyl pool up all winter?

If you have a vinyl-lined above-ground pool, leaving it full for the winter will protect the vinyl liner from shrinkage and other damage. Since these pools are above ground level, keeping them full ensures that the wind will not damage the walls, liner, or frame.

How do you clear a Summer Waves pool?

Locate the drain plug on the outside pool wall and remove the drain cap. A standard garden hose will thread onto the drain fitting. Extend the hose to the area where the water is to be drained. Open the drain plug on the inside wall of the pool and water will drain out through the hose.

How do you close an above ground pool for the season?

How to Close or Winterize Your Above Ground Swimming Pool
  1. Before closing your above ground pool, make sure the water is clean, clear and chemically balanced.
  2. Remove all deck equipment, including ladders, stairs, etc.
  3. Brush down the sides and floor of your pool and then vacuum.
  4. Add winterizing chemicals by broadcasting them into the deep end of the pool.

Should I cover my pool at night?

Helps the Swimming Pool Retain Heat

Covering a heated swimming pool at night will reduce heat loss. For a swimming pool that relies on the sun for heat, covering it at night can still make it warm enough to swim in the next day, instead of losing all the heat overnight when the temperatures drop.

Do I need an air pillow under my pool cover?

We strongly recommend using an air pillow under your winter cover. The first reason to install a winter cover air pillow is to protect your pool from expanding ice. When you don't use an air pillow, the cover sits right on top of the water and the ice will want to expand outwards.

Can I leave my sand filter out all winter?

The Filter

Bring your filter indoors for winter storage. If the weight of the sand makes this too difficult, you can leave it outside if you remove all the drain plugs. With the plugs removed, freezing water or condensation that builds up inside the filter tank won't crack it.

Can I leave water in my pool over winter?

The standard is to drain your pool below skimmer levels so that you can clean out the plumbing system to avoid frozen, burst lines during the winter. If you have an in-ground pool, that might mean more draining. If you do this, you will need to leave more water in your pool than others.

Can you leave pool steps in pool for winter?

We strongly recommend pool ladders and steps be removed from the swimming pool during the off season (winter months).

When should I close my pool?

It is best to close your pool when the temperature of the water is consistently below 60 degrees. Once the water temperature drops below 60 degrees, microorganisms and algae cannot grow and become dormant for the winter season.

How do I keep my pool from freezing in the winter?

Lower the water level to below the skimmer. Clear pipes and equipment of water using a blower or compressor and plug the pipes at the pool. Add swimming pool antifreeze to the lines to prevent freezing. Place a Gizzmo* (or similar device) in the skimmer to seal it and absorb pressure from ice.

What chemicals do I need to winterize my pool?

Regular chlorine pool shock, or non-chlorine pool shock (potassium peroxymonosulfate) is usually the best choice as a winterizing pool shock. Follow the label instructions to add the proper dosage. If you have visible algae, double the dose, and then brush the pool.

Do I have to cover my pool for winter?

No, but winter covers protect your pool from stains, algae growth and poor water balance that could damage pool surfaces. It is recommended to use a winter cover, and 99% of pool owners who have their pool winterized do cover the pool for winter.

How do you winterize an above ground pool with a sand filter?

Sand Filter System Winterizing Tips
  1. The first thing you should do when winterizing your sand filter system is to perform a backwash.
  2. After a backwash and rinse, place the valve to the “winterize” setting on the top mount valve.
  3. Next, you're going to have to completely drain all the water from the filter tank.