Stittsville Pool Closing Service
4.9 from 123 Google reviews for our Ottawa team
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 Stittsville Winterization Checklist
Puddle Pool Services provides expert Stittsville 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 Stittsville 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 Stittsville 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 Stittsville 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.
Stittsville Pool Closing, Step by Step
If a pool opening signifies the start of the summer season, a pool closing means that winter is on its way. It might be tough to admit that the swim season is coming to an end but it is important to plan ahead for your fall pool care. Hiring professional Stittsville pool closing services protects your water systems throughout cold weather and help to create a more efficient opening when spring comes back around.
Summer is often a high traffic time for pools but the fall season is very much the opposite. When temperatures drop, your water systems get less and less attention. Just because they aren’t in use doesn’t mean that pool systems don’t need regular chemical applications, skimming and inspections of pools and surrounding areas. Puddle technicians are committed to protecting swimming pools all across the Stittsville area, so call today for great results.
The Best Way to Close Your Pool
After years of industry experience, our team of experts have come up with a long list of tricks and tips for fall pool maintenance. When preparing your pool for the winter season, it is important to create a treatment plan that caters to the unique needs of your system based on age, size, type, style and condition of your pool.
Pool Water: During pool maintenance, water condition will often steal the show and your closing is no exception. Over the course of the year, it is important to apply pool chemicals to maintain sanitizer levels but when it is time to close down, it is important to apply pool antifreeze and shock your pool to protect it over the winter.
Dealing With Debris: Everyone loves to watch the leaves change colour in fall, but no one wants to spend hours skimming these out of a pool. As debris floats along pool surfaces, it can clog skimmer baskets and filters. If not removed right away, these items will break apart, becoming even more difficult to clean and are able to move into harder to reach areas, making removal even more difficult. Over time, items might sink to the bottom of the pool, resting against vinyl liners and causing staining. Even if you have a safety cover attached, debris finds a way to sneak inside and this means having to clean your pool filter, even if you aren’t swimming regularly.
Drainage: Everyone knows that if water freezes, it can mean big trouble for your pool system. Freezing water is bad enough for vinyl liners and concrete structures but when it comes to the internal mechanisms of your system, it is even worse. Frozen water expands up to 9%. This added pressure on pipes can cause warping, brittle plastic and even, in extreme cases, burst pipes. Draining the water level in your pool to below the jets and skimmer line can help to prevent water from sneaking in to sensitive areas.
Pool Equipment: While closing, it is important to take an overview of pool equipment as well as water condition. This can mean everything from examining cartridge filters in an inground pool or installing water bags in an above ground pool to prevent freezing.
Puddle Pool Services: Great Results For Your Pool Closing
As much as you might try to treat and cover your pool for the winter season, there is always another bit of maintenance that needs to be done. Even when you are not using it, it is a good idea to check your pool water levels, skimmers, filters and more. Each member of the Puddle team is highly trained and experienced, as well as fully insured to protect homes, as well as our technicians. Call today for cost-competitive services and excellent results!
Stittsville Pool Closing: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I drain my pool at closing in Stittsville?
The City of Ottawa's pool and hot tub discharge guidelines allow closing water to go to a sanitary connection or onto your own property if it soaks in without flowing onto neighbours, over a valley, into a ravine or causing erosion. A licensed wastewater hauler is the other option. Confirm with the City before draining.
How hard are winters on Stittsville pools?
Ottawa Airport normals show a January mean daily minimum of -14.3 C, about 154 nights a year at or below 0 C and 231.9 cm of snowfall. Those conditions make a thorough fall closing important for pools and hot tubs.
When should I open and close my pool in Stittsville?
Environment and Climate Change Canada normals for Stittsville put the average last spring frost on April 30 and the average first fall frost on October 15. Ontario pool guidance points to opening between late April and mid May and closing between mid September and mid October once water stays below about 15 C. Stittsville's lakeshore summers are mild, with only about 4.2 days a year above 30 C.
Should the pool be drained completely for winter?
No, and doing so can cause real damage. Water in the pool is part of what holds the structure in place against ground pressure, and an empty pool can shift or lift. The water level is lowered rather than emptied, which is a different thing.
Does a safety cover need anything over winter?
It is worth clearing heavy accumulations of leaves, snow or standing water where you can do so safely from the edge, since sustained weight shortens a cover's life and stresses its anchors. Never walk on a cover to do it. If something looks wrong, it is better checked than guessed at.
We had Zach and his team install our fiberglass pool this summer and they were fantastic. Very informative during the planning, gave great advice when making decisions and executed on the install meticulously. Having a hole dug in your backyard with obstacles like a rear yard garage and limited space to manoeuvre could be unnerving but they excavated with precision and confidence. All equipment was connected in a timely fashion so we weren’t left staring at a pool we couldn’t use. All to say I would highly recommend puddle pools without hesitation.
Pretty easy to write a 5 star review when everything goes smoothly and there are no issues. That was not our experience with Puddle Pools because we had two issues that did not go according to plan. Both issues were resolved promptly and at our time frame, which when you are dealing with a pool company in June and July, that is great service. Their staff were very hard working and knowledgeable and are the reason for this review. Thanks again. Mike and Judy
Puddle Pools and our landscaper turned our backyard into a resort. We spent a few months interviewing pool builders before choosing Puddle Pools, and working with them to get to the finish line, it is clear we made the best choice. The very first consultation with Zach, I learnt lot more than all previous companies that I met. Clear explanation for the various options. Then we had an opportunity to see similar fiberglass pools that we were thinking of and the various colors. We started very late last fall, had the pool, landscaping, hot tub, and fence all done in a span of 6 weeks between end of September and early November before the first snowfall. The quality of work and communication has been outstanding. Zach and his team has been available through this summer teaching me pool maintenance, and visiting us several times to even show maintenance. Excellent work overall, and very fairly priced (the lowest) in comparison with others. Highest possible recommendation.
The crew from Puddle did top notch work again for us. They do open close for us and last year caught something wrong that was concerning from my last company. Yesterday they stayed late to install the pool liner before the holiday. Top notch service and great pricing. Would highly recommend.
We hired Puddle Pool Services to clean and service our hot tub and they did an amazing job. We recently purchased a home in Orleans that came with a hot tub and we wanted to have it drained, cleaned, refilled, and treated. We don't know anything about hot tubs and Anthony (the service rep) was extremely friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. He performed the job according to our requirements and he took the extra time to answer all of our questions. I highly recommend Puddle Pool Services and would hire them again without hesitation.
Helpful advice, prompt service by admin staff and work crew and excellent installation of pool liner. Good product at a reasonable price. Looks like a new pool again! Highly recommended.
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Both Zach and Richard are always patient with us since we are first time pool owners. Doesn't matter if its an email or a phone call, they take the time to talk to us, give us their insights and offer assistance. Just this morning, i had an issue with my heating unit and Zach went above to get me to the right direction.
I really enjoyed working with Puddle Pool Services. Last year, they completely saved my pool during closing after I had already tried three different companies and spent thousands of dollars trying to fix issues. My pool was a disaster, and they were the only ones who truly helped. Because of that experience, there was no question that I would have them install my new heater. They also replaced my liner, cleaned the pool, and changed the sand. The team was amazing from start to finish — professional, efficient, and the entire job was completed in just one day. What stood out most was their communication and customer service. They kept me updated throughout the process and even checked in about whether the ice had melted. I never once felt left on my own. When I went to turn on the heater, unfortunately the HVAC company had not connected the electrical properly. I reached out on a Saturday, and within less than 30 minutes they responded. The very next day, they sent their electrician and fixed the issue immediately. The heater works incredibly well — my pool went from 60 degrees to 80 degrees in about six hours. I couldn’t be happier with the service and highly recommend Puddle Pool Services to anyone looking for reliable, knowledgeable, and responsive pool professionals.
We hired Puddles for a complex pool reno (including stamped concrete work). A number of unexpected problems were identified during the job but Puddles saw every single one to resolution and to our complete satisfaction. All of the staff were great to deal with, the owners (Zach and Jason) are very understanding and accommodating. They focus on customer satisfaction and we would highly recommend them. - Colin and Karine Glenn
On opening our pool, we discovered that the heater had died, Zach promptly provided us with a reasonable quote and kept us in the loop during the entire process. Within 3 days the new heater was up and running. A hassle-free experience!
I had a bad experience with Puddle Pools because of an error they made, and I posted about it. Upon seeing my review, the owner of the company looked into what had happened, reached out to me and was apologetic and accountable, and rectified the situation. It shows that he cares about his customers and how he runs his business. I won't hesitate to give them another chance moving forward.
Honestly I was surprised. They have fair prices, better than most, However, what I liked the most was that they weren’t trying to charge me for unnecessary costs (ie. flipping the Hot Tub). Also Dan was good good at getting right in and fixing the problem without wasting time. Which is a mother thing I appreciated especially for costs.
Reached out to puddle pool services for a pool cover. We had reached out to 5+ companies to come give us a quote but refused due to it being a kidney shaped pool, everyone wanted us to measure it, which given the same is extremely difficult. After we reached out to puddle pool services, James quickly reached out to us to schedule an appointment. Within a day Danny came out and quoted us. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Within a week it was installed and we couldn’t be happier! Highly recommend to anyone needing pool service.!!!
I was in the market to have a safety net installation. I requested quotation from big shops in Ottawa. Then I found puddle Pool Services online and gave them a chance. The quotations from the big shops were so sloppy and careless. A paragraph and then a huge price tag. Puddle Pool Services had the most professional quotation and most competitive price (significantly). At first I was a bit hesitant, I asked about services and material through email, and James replied with the most courteous and patient manner. They came on the date that they promised to measure, on the date that they promised to install. They have done very professional job. I certanly recommend them.
We are absolutely thrilled with the work done by Puddle Pools. They recently installed a new liner for our pool, and the entire process was seamless from start to finish. They were incredibly professional, highly skilled, and clearly took great pride in their work. Danny was our installer and he is a work horse, never stopped until the work was complete. Zach reached out to us with any questions we had and made sure we were satisfied and well informed. What impressed us most was their commitment to being trustworthy and reliable. They showed up on time, kept us informed about every step of the process. They honour what they promise, and that in itself is amazing. A big shout out to Kenny at Pool Side Water Services who supplied the water for our pool after the liner install. We were so lucky to have hired both Companies who work together as a great team. A big thanks to both Zach and Kenny, we appreciate your commitment to to a job done well. Ken & Cathy
New pool liner installed June 2024 I highly recommend Zach from Puddle Pools for all your pool needs! Rob installed the liner beautifully in one morning. Zach is so quick to respond with quotes, questions and updated on progress of the job. Rob is very knowledgeable and always answered any questions. Prices were extremely fair! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
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