I ll post a follow up in the spring to see how it turned out.
Winterizing above ground intex pool.
Clean and drain the pump before storing it in a dry area where temperatures stay between 32 f and 104 f.
That said it really doesn t take a ton of work to winterize intex pools.
Use a pool cover pump to keep that cover clean.
Add appropriate winterizing chemicals and consult with your pool dealer for advice on what chemicals to use and how to apply.
Chemically balanced water protects the pool from corrosion or scale buildup that can occur while the pool is not in use.
The best pool cover pumps for winter maintenance in 2020.
Cover your intex pool with a pool cover.
Unlike regular above ground pools intex models require special care when colder temperatures roll in.
Luckily these pools are some of the easiest above.
Using a cover is only half the battle to protect your pool during winter.
Unfortunately for those people living in places with extreme winter conditions learning how to winterize an intex pool is required to still have a working above ground pool when summer begins again.
You just need to plan ahead of time and be prepared to tuck your pool away for the season.
If you live in an area with mild winters you can winterize the pool and cover it for the season.
Make sure you winterize it correctly.
Closing out my intex pool for winter months here s the process i ve decided to take.
Before closing your above ground pool make sure the water is clean clear and chemically balanced.
Winterizing an intex pool is similar to closing an above ground pool with just a few minor but important differences.
Adjust the chemical levels if necessary.
Winterizing an above ground pool should always be done at least some seven to eight days prior to being hit by the winters.
So here is the chronological process following which all intex pool owners can initiate winterizing.
Remove the pool s ladder and any hoses that connect from the pool to the pump.
Now winterizing your above ground pool is not only for those who want to prepare for winter but it can also be done by those who want to close.
A step by step guide to close your above ground pool for the winter.