Why does my pool lose so much water in the winter?
Ice, snow, and water can accumulate on top of the pool cover. When too much weight forces the pool cover into the surface of the pool, water may rise up and over the pool sides. This is called displacement. It is a common occurrence for a pool to lose water anytime of the year, including winter.
What should you do if your swimming pool freezes?
Use caution to avoid damaging the skimmers. Maintain proper pool water level at all times (at the middle of the tile line). If the water level drops too low, the pump will draw in air through the skimmers which increases the risk of equipment freeze damage. NEVER backwash during extremely cold conditions.
When does the water level in the pool decrease?
When the weather sees a difference of 25 degrees Fahrenheit from hot to cool temperatures at night, the water in a swimming pool will decrease. Test it out by turning on a pool light.
What happens if you backwash your pool in cold weather?
Maintain proper pool water level at all times (at the middle of the tile line). If the water level drops too low, the pump will draw in air through the skimmers which increases the risk of equipment freeze damage. NEVER backwash during extremely cold conditions. Filter pressure gauges can freeze, resulting in inaccurate readings.
What should I do if my pool level is dropping?
Fill a 5-gallon bucket with water up to 2/3 and place it on the first step of your pool to about 5 inches deep. Mark the water level inside the bucket with a piece of paper and on the outside of the bucket where the water level sits.
Use caution to avoid damaging the skimmers. Maintain proper pool water level at all times (at the middle of the tile line). If the water level drops too low, the pump will draw in air through the skimmers which increases the risk of equipment freeze damage. NEVER backwash during extremely cold conditions.
Fill a 5-gallon bucket with water up to 2/3 and place it on the first step of your pool to about 5 inches deep. Mark the water level inside the bucket with a piece of paper and on the outside of the bucket where the water level sits.
Why does my pool have a low water level?
A leak is the main cause of a lower water level in your pool and/or spa tub. Water loss due to evaporation will naturally occur, but only accounts for about a quarter inch a day.
Maintain proper pool water level at all times (at the middle of the tile line). If the water level drops too low, the pump will draw in air through the skimmers which increases the risk of equipment freeze damage. NEVER backwash during extremely cold conditions. Filter pressure gauges can freeze, resulting in inaccurate readings.
