 Winterising Outdoor Pools
When closing down your outdoor pool in preparation
for the winter, you will need to ensure that you
protect it from the weather.
By taking correct steps, your pool will be ready
to re-open and enjoy as soon as the weather is
warm again.
There are two main ways in which to winterise
your pool although you should always follow the
manufactures guidelines.
- Option 1
Thoroughly clean and vacuum your pool. All pool
accessories i.e. covers, reel systems and ladders should be properly washed and then
stored in a safe place.
Contact your local electrician and request the
installation of a “frost protection thermostat”
(FROSTAT). This should be set at approximately
3 – 5 c above the point of freezing. This
will enable the filtration system to start running
should the temperature fall to that point.
You now need to balance your pool-water by checking
the pH, total alkalinity and total hardness,
shock dosing if needed.
We also strongly advise that you dose the water
with our Winterlong solution, which will help prevent algae build
up during the winter period.
The pool should now be covered with an adequate winter debris
cover. Your pool is now properly prepared
for the winter months.
- Option 2
Thoroughly clean and vacuum you pool. All pool
accessories i.e. covers, reel systems and ladders should be properly washed and then
stored in a safe place
You now need to balance your pool-water by checking
the pH, total alkalinity and total hardness,
shock dosing if needed.
We also strongly advise that you dose the water
with our Winterlong solution, which will help prevent algae build
up during the winter period.
Lower the water level to beneath the skimmer
and drain the heater, pump, filter and any other water accessories. We also suggest
that you fill the skimmer with polystyrene or
a similar material.
The pool should now be covered with an adequate
winter debris cover.
You must inspect the water level on a regular
basis, especially after heavy rainfall, to ensure
the level of water does not rise above the skimmer.
You will require a submersible pump, or a similar
device, to remove excess water. Your pool is
now properly prepared for the winter months.
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