Pool Closing Checklist

Every winterizing step in order. Live somewhere mild with only the odd freeze? You may not need to close at all; see the pool closing guide for running the pump through freezes instead.

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Pool closing checklist

Date ____________________Cover type ____________________

Water

  • Test and balance pH and alkalinity
  • Shock the pool
  • Wait until chlorine is back to 1–3 ppm
  • Add winter algaecideNever at the same time as shock.
  • Skim, brush and vacuumVacuum to waste if there's algae or heavy debris.
  • Lower water to your cover maker's level: ______Don't drain the pool. Don't drop vinyl or fiberglass far below the skimmer.

Plumbing

  • Blow out the lines: skimmer, through equipment, out the returns
  • Plug every return and suction line
  • Skimmer guard or plug in each skimmer
  • If using antifreeze: pool-plumbing antifreeze onlyNever automotive antifreeze. Follow the label.

Equipment

  • Remove pump drain plugs; store them in the pump basket
  • Drain the filter
  • Drain the heater or heat pump
  • Drain the chlorinator or salt cell
  • Cover the motor looselyNot airtight plastic.

Cover and winter

  • Fit the cover snugly
  • Solid cover: set up a cover pump for rain and snowmelt
  • Check the water about once a month; keep chlorine near 3 ppm
  • Keep the cover clear of standing water and debris
Notes (chemicals used, readings, parts to replace)

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