Tired of wrestling with it in the spring and fall and was wondering if it would be safe to leave it up all winter.
Can i leave an above ground pools up winter.
Removing the accessories and cleaning.
Over the last week i have been asked the question can i leave my above ground pool empty over the winter.
Without water supporting the wall you run the risk of the pool wall coming out of the track.
The answer is always no.
Winter pool covers take a beating every winter as they protect above ground pools from the nastiest of elements.
And although the easy answer is that yes they can whether you want to leave them up year round really depends on the type of pool you have.
Gather your pool closing essentials.
Before you winterize your above ground pool make sure you ve got the necessary supplies.
Frigid winters can be hard on just about any kind of swimming pool.
We are in ct where we do see our share of snow storms and freezing weather.
Dismantling some above ground pools for the winter may be more hassle than it s worth.
Aboveground winter covers in particular can cause lots of problems if not properly installed.
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.
Also without water in the pool the liner can shrink and no longer fit your pool.
How to winterize an above ground pool as the summer winds down it is time to start getting your pool ready for the cold winter months.
Temporary pools are not meant to withstand freezing off season temperatures.
However several steps and precautions are necessary to keep your pool safe through the winter.
We have an intex 18 x 4 easyset pool.
With the right gear and preparation you can soften the blow and make sure your above ground pool is ready to rock for years to come.
Have been thru three seasons with it without any complaints except for a couple of pinhole leaks in the side of the pool.
Above ground pools need the weight of the water in them to provide an optimal level of stability.
Easily fixed with a patch kit.
Rain ice snow and especially wind can take a toll on your pool if not winterized and covered correctly.
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.
Draining an above ground pool for the winter before we can talk about why you should not drain an above ground pool for the winter you should first familiarize yourself with some of the different types of aboveground pools.