How to Install Winter Pool Covers

Hi everyone!

Winter is set to arrive and sadly, we need to close our fun basin. Fun memories during summer are fading away. This is not the usual time people to think about swimming pools, but this is an important time to pay attention to our pool.

This is my first instructable and I want my debut a good one. Winterizing is the only way to protect our pool from harsh snow and cold air. If you failed to winterize and cover you pool, ready your wallet for the pricey repairs.

Before we start, ready your materials: Winterizing chemicals, chemical test kit, chlorine shock, net skimmer, winter pool cover, wire, and shop vacuum.

Step 1 Step 1: Clean your swimming pool

Debris like leaves, bugs, pine needles, and any dirt must be removed prior to covering your pool.  Never leave these debris as they can clog in your skimmer. Use net skimmer to remove these debris on the pool surface. Filters can also be a big help. Be O.C. enough in removing the dirt so that your pool will be ready for use upon opening.

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[admiral001]

On the topic of lowering the water. There are skimmer and inlet extensions that screw into the pipes and keep them above water level, thus eliminating the need to lower the water level.

[dontno]

Great IBLE, and good info on pool chemicals for winter shut down. I live in the Northeast of the USA. It depends on what cover you use to know how much water to drain out of your pool. I have a fine mesh cover which lets water seep through, and dirt and leaves stay out. The manufacturer of the cover recommended to bring the water level down to 18" to 21" below the bottom skimmer edge, by the time spring rolls around the pool is full again. Last year I had to drain some out of the pool in  early spring, because of days of unusually heavy rains. Using a solid cover your recommendation is correct. (Just pointing out something, and not being a Know-It-All). Again great IBLE.