How Do You Repair A Pool Skimmer Leak?
Having an in-ground pool requires routine maintenance and upkeep. Many times throughout the summer months, it becomes noticeable that the water level of the pool has dropped. Most often this is caused by evaporation created by the intense summer sun, and there is no reason for concern. It is remedied simply by adding water. Other times, if it has been raining and the water level still continues to drop an inch or more per day, there may be a pool skimmer box leak. This is a weak area of the pool and probably the most common area where leaks occur. Read on to learn how to repair a pool skimmer leak. Step 1 With the pool pump off, remove the cover to the pool skimmer box. The pool water level must be above the area where the skimmer box meets the pool wall. If it is not, add water to the pool until it is at least 1 inch above this seam. Step 2 Add a few drops of red food coloring into the water at the skimmer box and watch to see if the water is flowing. If it is flowing through the pool
