Can You Leave Above Ground Pool Up Winter

Over the last week i have been asked the question can i leave my above ground pool empty over the winter.

Can you leave above ground pool up winter.

It s possible to leave your above ground pool up all winter with the water in it since draining it completely may cause it to collapse. Frigid winters can be hard on just about any kind of swimming pool. Above ground pools need the weight of the water in them to provide an optimal level of stability. Haphazardly placed covers are a sure fire way to shorten the lifespan of the cover.

Winter pool covers take a beating every winter as they protect above ground pools from the nastiest of elements. Also without water in the pool the liner can shrink and no longer fit your pool. Some people use air pillows to create an area in middle of pool to minimize ice damage to liner walls and skimmer. The answer is always no.

Before we can talk about why you should not drain an above ground pool for the winter you should first familiarize yourself with some of the different types of aboveground pools. Gather your pool closing essentials. If your above ground pool has a removable pump and skimmer system just take it out and drain a little water so that there is room for expansion and contracting throughout the winter and then place the cover on. Temporary pools are not meant to withstand freezing off season temperatures.

Removing the accessories and cleaning. Aboveground winter covers in particular can cause lots of problems if not properly installed. Rain ice snow and especially wind can take a toll on your pool if not winterized and covered correctly. Without water supporting the wall you run the risk of the pool wall coming out of the track.

In warmer climates intex advises to keep your pool up if you prefer. If your area maintains tropical climates all year long you may not need to winterize your pool at all especially if you use your pool on a regular basis. However you must winterize the pool when keeping it full throughout the winter. Dismantling some above ground pools for the winter may be more hassle than it s worth.

A common question asked is can above ground pools stay up year round and although the easy answer is that yes they can whether you want to leave them up year round really depends on the type of pool you have.