I live in Cleveland, Ohio and have a vinyl lined in ground pool. It is 18 X 36 and anywhere from 3 feet deep to 10-12 feet in the deep end. Can we drain the pool and have it empty during the winter time? I have heard that pool walls may collapse if it was empty. Is this true? We plan on emptying and starting fresh in the next season, just curious if we could empty it now.
2006-07-28 03:37:50 · 7 answers · asked by Mrs W 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
As far as algae issues, we have used Yellow Out twice, and dumped pound after pound of super shock in to the pool. The PH level was correct as well.
2006-07-28 03:50:56 · update #1
Yes that is true if you empty the pool the walls could collapse. It is the same as an above ground pool. It ruins the lining of the pool and as a result of taking the water out you may have to get a whole new pool. The thing to do for winter is just to put a cover over the pool. Then when you go to open your pool again shock it . Go to a pool supply store they should have the shock treatment there. Just ask one of the employees and they will tell you how much and how to bring your pool back to life.
2006-07-28 03:46:21 · answer #1 · answered by amber b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Empty Pool For Winter
2017-01-14 06:51:42 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"We just completely drained our pool that came with the house and cleaning it completely before adding water in it," Never totally drain an above ground pool. This is not how you clean a pool to use it. Run the pump, shock it, balance Ph + chemistry, shock again, and by now it should be clearing. Get help from your local pool store if you're having problems. "is it going to be safe to keep it empty for the winter? " Noooo! Above ground pools remain upright from the weight of the water pressing against the sides. A good windstorm will bend the walls inward, destroying it. Refill immediately, at least to the bottom of the skimmer. Run the pump and winterize it. Usually the winterizer kits include a copper compound which keeps algae growth under control. Keep the pump running several days to mix all the chemicals well. Cover. Be sure cover is tight to prevent a kid/pet from falling in and getting trapped. Unplug and drain filter. Probably open your hoses (or disconnect them altogether to protect against freezing) A good pool store can help you alot.
2016-03-16 22:59:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a pool approximately the same size when I lived in Illinois and I've tried both ways and either way works. If you drain the pool one or two feet and cover you can leave the water in. The reason you do that is to keep the ice from cracking the sides as it expands. If you have home owners insurance you'll be covered anyway.
2006-07-28 03:55:13 · answer #4 · answered by purplehays 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should never leave the pool dry,the liner will break down and crack, and yes the walls can move inwards as there is no pressure to stop this from happening.There is no need to empty and refill pools anymore,even if the water becomes green with algea,there are pool chemicals that you can add and it all falls to the bottom of the pool and you simply vaccume it out.It is wise to cover the pool to keep the sun out.
2006-07-28 03:54:42 · answer #5 · answered by Ron~N 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should leave some water in the pool.
http://www.poolandspa.com/page107.htm#Inground%20Pool%20Closing%20(%20Winterizing%20)
2006-07-28 03:41:08 · answer #6 · answered by Pitchow! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u r liner would probley rot or have meldo grown on it. i would do it ween it start getting warm out and refill it after i let it out.
2006-07-28 03:44:33 · answer #7 · answered by mommy72403 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋