Summer has again come to an end, and swimming time is over, your fiberglass pool is close. You’re wondering what you need to do during this time right?

While many think they can just toss a cover over swimming pools when they are not being used, many don’t realize how important it is to properly prepare your pool and protect it during the winter months.

Pools need winter protection because they aren’t used when the temperature drops. Also, with temperature drops come water level changes, as water at freezing actually expands. This can wreak your pool’s pump and piping system if water is allowed to sit in it during wild swings in temperature. Without being regularly used, the chemical composition may change, and with freezing and thawing, and irregular chemical treatments, algae blooms can crop up.
The most important things you can do are treat the water, remove existing water from all pipes and filters, and protect the pool surface.
Make sure your water is balanced. Check the water’s pH, total alkalinity, and calcium hardness. This will protect the pool from staining.
Covering the entire pool. This keeps debris out and water clean. Pool covers come in mesh and solid-surface varieties. If water levels are being maintained, drainage is not necessary. If you feel that you absolutely have to drain your pool, don’t do it yourself.

Taking care of your pool now can save you money later when you open your pool again in the Springtime. Follow these tips and you’ll be splashing all the way to your fiberglass pool.

And if you have any doubts of how to take care of your fiberglass pool during winter time, you can contact us.