Getting Your Pool Ready for Closing
- Balance the water first
Just like at start-up, it’s important to balance your water before closing.
Keep Total Alkalinity at 80–120 ppm, pH between 7.2 and 7.8 and Total Hardness at 200-400 ppm. - Shock and treat the water
Use a non-chlorine shock to remove contaminants. After 24 hours, add an algaecide like FROG® 90-Day Algae Barrier®. This one-two step helps keep your water clean over the winter. - Lower the water level
Reduce the water to about 2 inches below the skimmer opening to help prevent freeze damage. - Prep your equipment
Drain all water from pumps and filters to protect them from freezing.
