How Do You Close Pool & Sand Filter?
Closing your swimming pool and sand filter can be a daunting task; it signifies the end of summer and the colder weather approaching. It’s important that your pool has balanced water and be closed properly to avoid any damage or unnecessary problems in the spring. Closing your swimming pool and sand filter takes a few steps but in the end, if done properly, makes the following spring a breeze when it’s time to open your pool for the season. Gather all the supplies needed to close your pool and filter, including the pool cover, water tubes, plugs for the skimmer and return jet, and the pool chemicals. Vacuum your swimming pool as you normally would and skim any debris off the top of the water. This is a very important step to avoid algae building up over the winter and buildup on the liner. Backwash the sand filter and unplug the filter drain plug and leave it off. Put the drain plugs in a safe place. Plug the return fittings and skimmer with skimmer expansion plugs (Gizzmos is one bran
