Burnaby Pool Closing

During the swim season, swimming pools get a lot of attention but as fall comes around pool care and cleaning tend to fall by the wayside. There is never a good time to lose focus on your pool but it is particularly problematic during fall. As temperatures drop, it is time to start thinking about your winter maintenance routine. Professional Burnaby pool closing services protect swim spaces from the cold weather, reducing the risk of unexpected damage and providing peace of mind to property owners.

Anyone can grab a basic testing kit and throw in a couple chlorine pucks but seasonal pool maintenance is a complex process. Prepping your pool for winter means focusing not only on water chemistry, but on everything from structures, pool liners, internal components, equipment and more. Missing just one step in the closing process can have a ripple effect through your water system and mean potential damage in spring.

How to Close Your Pool: A Multi-Step Approach

The best way to care for a swimming pool is from the ground, up. A quick application of pool chemicals might be enough to improve the visuals of your swim space but these won’t last long without a functional circulation system and pool filter. Luckily, our team of Puddle technicians have created a step-by-step process that addresses all aspects of your swimming pool.

Pool Water: During the swim season, keeping an eye on water balance is a no-brainer. As traffic drops, there is a good chance that chemical applications are not as regular as they should be. When closing down for the winter, a preventative chemical treatment can help to reduce the risk of algae growth by getting rid of any contaminants that might be in your water before closure.

Equipment & Mechanisms: It would take prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures to freeze an entire pool basin but small amounts of water will freeze in no time at all. If there is water sitting inside plumbing lines or around the pool pump and motor, it will freeze and cause damage. Certain types of damage are easy to overlook as plastic becomes brittle and cracks, but as water freezes, it expand and can cause pipes to burst. Dropping water levels and winterizing drain plugs helps to keep water from seeping into sensitive areas.

Ditch Debris & Clean Filters: If there is debris sitting inside skimmer baskets, it will rot over time. This means bacteria and contaminants are sitting there with it. It is also a good idea to empty skimmer baskets and inspect cartridge filters and clean them, if necessary. In the case of a sand filter, it is important to monitor pressure gauges so sand can be replaced as necessary.

By creating customized treatment plans according to the unique needs of your water systems and pool types, our Puddle Pros can help to keep your swim space in great shape, all year long.

Puddle Pool Services: The Best in Fall Pool Care

Puddle technicians are committed to caring for swimming pools throughout the Burnaby area all year long. While many pool owners choose to close their pools over the winter, this is not your only option. Mild winters make it possible to choose reduced service options through the cold season, providing bi-weekly cleanings and water testing. Having an expert service your water system throughout the winter means you are always up to date on condition and this makes opening your pool in a spring a breeze.

Each member of the team is local to your area, so we understand the obstacles that come along with an unpredictable climate. Instead of struggling with trial and error or giving up your leisure time to seasonal pool maintenance, call an expert for your Burnaby pool closing needs.