Regularly remove debris from the pool when leaves start to fall to prevent clogging pipes. Test the water quality to maintain balanced pH, alkalinity, and hardness to prevent bacteria and algae. Run the pool pump regularly to keep the water from freezing. Inspect and repair any pool equipment issues over winter months so the pool is ready for use in warmer weather. Proper winter maintenance saves money and has the pool ready for spring.

1. UPKEEP & CLEANING
When
l
eaves start to fal ,you should regu
l
arly
remove dirt and debris that find their way into
the pool. Debris and eaves can clog pipes,
which reduces filtration system lifespan and
makes the pool more difficu t to clean ater.
TEST WATER QUALITY
Ba anced water chemistry -the pool's pH,
total alkalinity and ca
l
cium hardness -
combats harmfulbacteria and algae. A dirty
poolcan also develop waterl
ine rings. Not
only are these rings unattractive, they are
often breeding grounds for bacteria
STIR & FILTER WATER
Movingwater is muchl
ess likely to freeze.
Even though you aren't swimming, running
your pump on a regular basis ensures your
water stays in liquid form.
MAINTAIN POOL
EQUIPMENT
Since you most likely will not use your pool
regularly over winter months,inspect and
repair anyissues so your poolis ready for use
whenwarm weather arrives.Check yourpump,
filter and heater periodical y to ensure proper
operability.Unmaintained equipment can be
more costly to fix down the road.
Regular poolmaintenance during winter months saves moneyand ensures your
pool is ready for springtime swimming fun!
PRO TIPS &'.BESlPRACTICES
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