Port Moody Pool Closing

During the warmer months, Port Moody is a bustling community with tourists coming from all over. It is easy to get wrapped up in the sunshine but as summer comes to an end, property owners have a lot of work to do. Preparing a property for the cold season takes time and effort — especially if you have a pool! Port Moody pool closing protects water systems from the cold, prevents damage, and paves the way for a smooth opening in spring.

Cold weather and swimming pools do not often go together. If you are not using your swim space frequently, it is easy to overlook regular cleaning practices. Instead of a bit of cloudy water, failing to treat swimming pools for the cold season can result in serious issues, like weakening and breakage, burst pipes, contamination, algae growth and a ton of debris.

The Best Way to Close Your Pool For Winter

Whether you are working with an in-ground swim space or an above ground pool, there are a few things that will always need to be done to avoid unnecessary damage. In order to get the best results for your swimming pools and water systems, closures should be broken down into steps, each of which address a different aspect of your swimming pool.

All it takes is a quick online search to find tons of tips for fall pool maintenance but nothing compares to a customized treatment plan, created by experienced technicians.

Winterizing Chemicals: Pool owners are very concerned with water chemistry during the high traffic months but when not in use, water balance is often overlooked. A chemical treatment during closings goes a long way in preventing algae growth through the slow seasons. Unlike other parts of the country, pool antifreeze is not necessary in Port Moody but that is not to say that seasonal chemical treatments can’t benefit swim spaces.

Pool Equipment: During the winter months, cold weather can cause plastic to become brittle. Frozen water in pipes can expand by up to 9%. This is enough to cause pipes to burst or warp construction materials in the surrounding area. Closing for the season is a great time to inspect pool pumps, return lines, winter covers and more. It is also a good idea to winterize drain plugs to prevent water from seeping into sensitive areas. This is also a time to check the pressure gauges on a sand filter, or inspect and clean cartridge filters.

Drop Water Levels & Remove Debris: If you have an inground pool, it is a good idea to drop the water level in your swimming pool, so it falls below jets and skimmers. Above ground pools benefit from installing air bags to prevent freezing. In an outdoor pool, cleaning away debris and emptying skimmer baskets prevents unnecessary rot and bacteria.

Fall Pool Care: Expert Pool Closures in Port Moody

Calling an expert for your pool care means expert results brought right to your door, at any time of year. Local technicians understand exactly what your swimming pool is up against. By creating customized treatment and cleaning plans, our technicians are able to clean and protect swim spaces.

Each member of the Puddle team is fully insured to provide peace of mind to property owners and managers around residential and commercial properties.