Keeping your pool maintained throughout winter will make opening it in spring easier, reduce maintenance costs, and help protect your equipment.
1. Keep the Water Balanced
Test and maintain proper pH, alkalinity, and sanitiser levels. Balanced water helps prevent staining, scaling, and algae growth during the colder months.
2. Continue Filtration
Run your pool pump daily, even during winter. Reduced filtration times are usually sufficient, but regular circulation helps keep water clean and clear.
3. Remove Debris Regularly
Skim leaves, twigs, and debris from the pool surface and empty skimmer baskets to prevent staining and unnecessary strain on your filtration system.
4. Clean Your Filter
A clean filter operates more efficiently. Backwash or clean your filter as recommended to maintain optimal water quality.
5. Monitor Water Levels
Keep the water level at the correct height to ensure your skimmer and filtration system continue to operate effectively.
6. Prevent Algae Growth
Use a quality algaecide and maintain sanitiser levels to prevent algae from establishing during periods of reduced pool use.
7. Check Equipment Regularly
Inspect pumps, filters, chlorinators, and heaters to ensure everything is operating correctly and to identify potential issues before they become costly repairs.
8. Remove Your Pool Cover Regularly
While a pool cover is an excellent way to retain heat, reduce evaporation, minimise debris, and lower chemical consumption during winter, it’s important to remove the cover periodically and allow your pool to “breathe.”
Keeping a pool covered for extended periods can lead to a build-up of concentrated chemicals and trapped gases beneath the cover. High chlorine levels, combined with limited ventilation, can potentially cause bleaching or discolouration of the pool surface over time.
We recommend uncovering your pool regularly, checking your water balance, and ensuring chlorine levels remain within the recommended range. This simple step will help protect your pool shell, maintain water quality, and keep your pool looking its best throughout winter.
9. Schedule a Water Test
Bring a water sample into Leisurescape Pools & Spas for a free professional water analysis. Our team can recommend the right products and adjustments to keep your pool in top condition.
10. Don’t Ignore Your Pool
Even if you’re not swimming, regular winter maintenance will protect your investment and ensure your pool is ready to enjoy when warmer weather returns.
