We recommend opening your pool as early as possible and closing it as late as possible. The longer a pool is open throughout a season the better it is for it. Weather permitting, we typically start opening pools the second week in April. We would not recommend opening your pool any later than the third week in May.
What month is best to open a pool?
The month of March is the BEST time to open your swimming pool. If you wait any longer for the temperature to rise higher than 65 degrees algae and other organics will start to grow.
How early should you open a pool?
As a general rule of thumb, you should open your pool when the outside daytime temperature stays consistently above 70 degrees (or 21 degrees celsius). 70 degrees is still a little too cold to go swimming, but it’s not too cold for algae.
Is April too early to open pool?
BEST TIME TO OPEN POOL—MARCH AND EARLY APRIL…
If you are using a mesh winter cover, sunlight is getting through, and your pool can become a breeding ground for various types of algae. When opening your pool in the early months of March and April means less chance of algae growth.
Can you open a pool too early?
Earlier is Better
When it comes to opening your pool, sooner is better than later. There are no set rules for pool opening, and the exact time highly depends on your region of the country. Mid-March is fine after a milder winter, while April is better after a colder season.
When should you open your pool in the spring?
When should I open my pool? You should open your pool when the temperature is consistently above 70 degrees during the day. This helps prevent algae from growing, keeps pollen from collecting in the water, and doesn’t cost much more than opening later in the spring.
How do I open my pool in the spring?
How To Open Your Pool The Right Way This Spring
- Clean the pool area.
- Preparing pool supplies.
- Removing the pool cover.
- Visually inspect the pool.
- Prepare plugs and fittings.
- Clean the walls.
- Re-fill pool.
- Inspect and run the filter.
How long after pool opening Can you swim?
Depending on how much you have added and the size of your pool, it is generally safe to wait about 4 hours after adding liquid chlorine or until levels reach 5 ppm or lower.
What happens if I don’t open my pool?
A pool isn’t designed to be stagnant during the warm months of the year, and pool covers deteriorate faster in strong summer sunlight. Leaving the pool closed all summer is a guaranteed way to end up with a green, smelly mess and permanent stains or damage to the pool surfaces.
How do I open my pool after winter?
How to Open Your Inground Swimming Pool
- Get the Gunk Off Your Pool Cover.
- Whisk Away the Winter Pool Cover.
- Clean and Store Your Pool Cover.
- Skim the Pool.
- Remove Plugs and Ice Compensator.
- Reinstall the Chutes and Ladders.
- Just Add Water.
- Set up and Run Your Filter and Pump.
When should I close my pool?
It is best to close your pool when the temperature of the water is consistently below 60 degrees. Once the water temperature drops below 60 degrees, microorganisms and algae cannot grow and become dormant for the winter season.
How long does it take to open a pool after winter?
It is best to open your pool at least 10 days before you actually plan on using it, especially if you have a sand or cartridge filter.
What to do after opening a pool?
What to do after a pool is opened.
- Step 1: evaluate the pool opening condition. Every “off season” is different and every opening season will vary.
- Step 2: sanitize. If your pool is fresh water or salt water, the pool needs to be chlorinated to start the season.
- Step 3: clean up.
How much shock Do I need to open my pool?
How Much Pool Shock is Needed to Open a Pool? SPP spring pool chemical kits include up to 4 lbs of Calcium Hypochlorite pool shock, but you may need more. In a clear and clean pool, the standard pool shock treatment of 1 lb. per 10,000 gallons is usually sufficient.
Do I need to shock my pool when I open it?
Shock your pool when you open it for the season to kill algae that has developed in the Spring. AFTER A PARTY OR HEAVY USE: People carry bacteria and chlorine levels can drop drastically when there are many active swimmers using a pool.
What chemicals go in pool first?
Chemicals Needed for Pool Start Ups
- Stain & Scale Preventer.
- Granular Shock Chlorine.
- Chlorine Tablets.
- pH Increaser and/or pH Decreaser.
- Alkalinity and/or Calcium Increaser.
- Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer)
- Algaecide and Clarifiers if needed.
- Complete Test Kit or Test Strips.
What chemicals do you add first when opening a pool?
Once the pool is opened and the floor and walls have been brushed the first chemical you should add is chlorine to shock it. It’s recommended you add a gallon of liquid chlorine or pound of granular chlorine for every 5,000 gallons of water in the pool. You can also add more chlorine at the end of the opening process.
Is it OK to turn pool pump off while on vacation?
Keep the pump and filter on while you are away.
Set it before you leave to ensure the pool filter system will run at least 8 to 12 hours per day.
How do you clean a pool that has been sitting for two years?
Recovering Pool Water
Adjust the pH levels as well as the water hardness. Use pool shock until the dark green water turns blue-grey. Make sure the filter is running throughout until the water becomes clear. Use a clarifier and flocculant to coagulate and drop particles to the bottom of the pool.
How long can a pool stay empty?
How long can you leave a pool empty? Well, the minimum amount of time possible in order to minimize the risk of serious damage. Most issues that require a pool drain will take at least a day or two to resolve, but it’s recommended to not let it sit empty for any extended period of time.
How do I make my pool water crystal clear?
In theory, if you have a cloudy swimming pool, you can add chlorine to “shock it” and clear things up. Chlorine will get the job done. But, the amounts may vary and you may have to really pound the pool with chlorine to get the water totally clear.