Pickering Pool Closing Service
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Protect your pool for the winter with our professional closing service! We handle everything-cleaning, balancing, and covering so your pool stays safe and ready for next season. Book now!
- Avoid Freezing & Damage
- Reduced risk of algae
- Vacuum debris & scrub pool walls
- Clean filter baskets & backwash system
- Easier Openings
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Professional Pickering Winterization Checklist
Puddle Pool Services provides expert Pickering pool closing and winterization to protect your backyard investment from freezes. Our professional closing service includes high-pressure plumbing blow-outs, specialized winter chemical treatments and secure cover installation to prevent algae growth and structural damage. Every visit features a 'Happy Snappy' real-time digital report with time-stamped photos, ensuring your Pickering pool is sealed, safe and ready for a seamless spring opening.
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Plumbing Blow-Out
We use high-volume air to clear all underground lines of water, preventing freeze damage in the Pickering off-season.
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Anti-Freeze & Plugging
Installation of winter plugs and application of non-toxic antifreeze in critical lines to ensure absolute protection against expansion.
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Winter Chemical Kit
Professional dose of winterizing algaecide and stain inhibitors to keep the water clear until the spring opening.
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Water Level Drawdown
Lowering the pool level below the tiles or skimmers to prevent water from entering the plumbing during heavy rains or ice expansion.
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Cover Security Check
We verify all springs, anchors or water bags are perfectly tensioned to withstand the Pickering winter wind and debris without shifting.
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E-Report & Confirmation
Instant "Happy Snappy" confirmation with time-stamped photos of all lines being winterized and the cover being secured.
Pickering Pool Closing, Step by Step
A quick internet search will show up tons of tips for fall pool maintenance but how many of these are reliable? An improper closing can have serious consequences not just for your swimming pool but for the surrounding area as well. Instead of dealing with the risk of burst pipes or other damage, call a local Puddle Pro for your Pickering pool closing. Our team of experts are committed to protecting your pool from winter weather and setting the stage for an easier opening in spring.
Swimming pools are often a top priority during the summer months but when temperatures start to drop they often fall off the radar. Instead of just pulling on a winter cover and forgetting about your pool throughout fall and winter, it is incredibly important to close your pool properly. Pools are made to be durable but they aren’t invincible, so trust a local Pro to protect your pool and avoid costly damage.
Fall Pool Care: What to Know
It is tough to admit that summer is coming to an end but when you find yourself bundling up it is important to remember that your swimming pool is still exposed to the elements. As soon as the average outdoor temperature reaches 15 degrees it is time to start thinking about closing down your pool.
When the weather is warm clean pool water is an asset but during winter they are a big liability. It takes long periods of sub-zero temperatures to freeze over an entire pool basin but there are plenty of other areas to worry about. If there are small amounts of water inside return lines or sitting inside equipment it will freeze much more quickly and can cause serious issues. Cold temperatures make plastic brittle and frozen water will expand up to 9%. That might seem like a small number but it is enough to cause pipes to burst. A burst pipe is never good but it is particularly bad in winter. A broken pipe can lead to flooded basements and drowned lawns.
As if the risk of freezing wasn’t enough, an improper closing allows algae growth to take over, discolouring water and letting contaminants run wild. With all of this in mind, when you want to open your pool you are going to be met with an unpleasant surprise! Instead of dealing with the fallout of a DIY disaster, have an expert close your pool with a multi-step approach. Luckily, there is a local Puddle crew in the Pickering area.
Puddle Pool Closing Services: Our Approach
When you want to winterize your pool no one gets better results than our highly trained Puddle crews. Whether you are looking to install water bags in an above ground pool or winterize an inground pool, there is nothing that our technicians can’t handle. You might be concerned with water chemistry during the height of summer but if you want to protect your pools over the winter, ditch the test kit and call an expert.
It is important to drop the water level in an inground pool so water can’t reach vulnerable areas like return lines or sitting around pool pumps. Detachable components can be dried and stored for the off-season. Puddle technicians drain the water from your pool basin so the levels fall below the skimmer lines. From here, winter chemicals are applied to prevent freezing and reduce the rate of algae growth. After a thorough cleaning, debris removal and emptying of the skimmer basket it is time to get your pool covered.
Pickering Pool Closing: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drain my pool into the storm sewer in Pickering?
Durham Region's Sewer Use By-law allows residential pool water in a Regional storm sewer only with no algaecides, total chlorine at 0.01 mg/L or less and copper at 0.05 mg/L or less. Water may not flow onto neighbouring property or down a valley or ravine slope, and salt water must go to the sanitary drain or stay on your own lot. Confirm with the Region before draining.
Why does Pickering ask owners to drain water off pool covers?
The City of Pickering's stagnant water guidance asks residents to drain water that collects on pool covers weekly and to keep pools and hot tubs clean, chlorinated and covered when not in use. It also suggests aerating ornamental ponds, since standing water can breed mosquitoes. Clearing the cover during the off season also makes spring opening easier.
When should I open and close my pool in Pickering?
Nearby Oshawa's climate normals put the average last spring frost around April 30 and the first fall frost around October 15. Ontario guidance puts opening between late April and mid May and closing between mid September and mid October once water stays below about 15 C. Winters bring about 130 nights a year at or below freezing, so full winterizing is needed.
Do you use antifreeze in the lines?
Yes, where it is needed. After the blow out, winter plugs go in and non toxic antifreeze is added to critical lines as extra protection against freezing.
How do I know the pool was closed properly?
You get an E-Report confirmation with time stamped photos of the lines being winterized and the cover being secured.
Just had a visit from George from Puddle Pool Services and was so grateful for his approach, communication and suggestions for maintenance. It wasn't a easy job in accessing the panel and he was gracious in taking the necessary steps and putting everything back in place. The next day check in to make sure everything is working well is just a superior customer service. Thank you again.
George from Puddle pools has been an amazing company to deal with.. their customer service is top notch and they have kept our pool and hot tub running perfectly ! Anyone looking for a great worry free pool company.. look no further than Puddle pools and a big shout out to Maddy one of the amazing techs who looks after us regularly:)
George and his team are excellent! Super happy with their regular maintenance service for my pool and hot tub. Kids are happy and I am thrilled!
Puddle pools was fantastic to work with - especially as I am a new pool owner - they handled everything with ease and made sure to explain everything to me. Excellent experience - I highly recommend them!
George was very friendly and helpful all season helping us with our pool Opening, pool closing, weekly maintenance and caulking repairs! He is a great communicator and always texts before with the time frame he plans to arrive. He is knowledgeable and answered all my questions about pool repairs. We recommend George and his team to anyone looking for reliable, affordable pool maintenance!
Very satisfied with all the services provided. George and his team are very professional and kept us informed on weekly cleaning visits. They did a very clean and organized closing. I will definitely be using them seasonally for now on.
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