Here is how to choose the best cover, balance the chemistry, and more. Winterizing your pool prevents long-term damage caused by freezing and thawing. Shock and balance the water, remove accessories, ...

Colder weather can destroy an above-ground pool if you don't prepare it properly. Freezing temperatures cause water to expand, potentially cracking pipes, damaging filters, and tearing pool liners.

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Winterizing your pool prevents long-term damage caused by freezing and thawing. Shock and balance the water, remove accessories, and cover the pool with a strong, well-fitted cover. Keep water about 6 ...

Whether you have an inground or above-ground swimming pool, you need to know how to winterize it for cold weather. By safeguarding a pool against the cold early, expensive maintenance and repairs can ...

Throughout the swim season, you probably check your pool on a daily basis, making sure that everything is running just right, so you can relax and enjoy it. Once the cold weather comes, however, your ...