When should I empty my pool?

Even with proper and regular pool maintenance, it’s often necessary to drain your pool — completely or partially — every 3-5 years. Draining your pool often isn’t necessary, especially if you’re following a proper and regular maintenance program.

Should I backwash my pool before shocking it?

Lower the pH before shocking, 7.2 – 7.4 is best for shock efficacy. Dilute pool shock in a bucket of water for vinyl liner pools. Run the filter 24/7 until water is clear. Backwash only as needed.

What should I do before Spring Cleaning my Pool?

The Complete Guide to Spring Cleaning Your Swimming Pool. 1 1. Take Care of Landscaping Around Your Swimming Pool. Before you get to spring cleaning your swimming pool, you’re going to want to look at the area 2 2. Remove the Cover. 3 3. Clear Floating Debris. 4 4. Check your Water Levels. 5 5. Check your Water Quality.

How often should you clean your swimming pool?

Forgetting to clean the pool, or not cleaning it enough is easily in top 3 of common mistakes pool owners make. And that’s because, for many, the need to clean a pool is largely dependent on how clean it looks. But nearly every pool, regardless of apparent cleanliness, can benefit from a full cleaning at least twice a week.

What to do if you empty your swimming pool?

If you take a water sample into your local Swimart store, we will be able to tell you exactly what you need to bring it back into balance – and it will be a lot cheaper than repairing cracked coping or replacing the liner. You can also call us on 1300 991 104 and we’ll find a solution for you.

When is the best time to drain a swimming pool?

Spring can be a good option, because the fresh water will then be ready for summer swimming. Fall can work, too, but most professionals do not recommend letting your pool remain empty over the winter, so you will need to at least partially refill it.

How long can you Leave your pool empty?

The overall consensus for any type of pool is to leave it drained for the least amount of time possible. Knowing the construction of your pool will give you a better idea of how long you can leave it drained; some can be left empty for more extended periods, while other pools cannot be left drained for more than 15 minutes. Types of In-Ground Pools