Help getting started with daily pool care. Emptying Concrete Pool - How long can it sit empty? Post by Remington Jones » Sat 10 Aug, Question about leaving our pool empty - We're trying to resurrect a pool that hasn't been run in several years.
We're not certain that the pool was properly cared for or winterized in the past, and there is a good chance that the underground water lines and main drain could be bad.
It was a nasty job, but we got this done. However, we were told it is easier to test the lines and drain when the pool is empty. But, the pool service says they can't get anyone out for at least a week.
The pool has a concrete base with fiberglass sides. Our house is built on a hill and the pool sits on a patio with a 4'-5' retaining wall on one end with a bit of a hill at the other. My question is; Do I need to worry about it popping out of the ground, or will the slope allow me to safely leave it empty for a week or two until they can test the lines?
I think because of the grade, the water table shouldn't be an issue right now and I don't want to have to fill it up just to drain it right away. Vinyl liner pools use braced steel, aluminium, or plastic panels as their perimeter shell and have a vinyl liner installed over the walls and floor.
This makes them a more lightweight structure than a concrete pool. But again, like other types of pools , if the pool is drained then the structure can shift and become damaged. Additionally, because the vinyl liner is vacuum sealed to the structure and held in place by water pressure, draining it can cause the liner to bubble when you refill it.
Fiberglass pools are a lightweight shell that are extremely prone to popping out of the ground during a drain. To help combat this, some models are anchored in place during the backfill process. This allows the exterior shell to grip the earth in a bid to keep it stable during a drain. Additionally, a cantilevered edge around the perimeter of the pool is designed to hold it in place when the pool is without water. As usual though, if your backyard is prone to large amounts of groundwater, you need to be extra careful about how much water you remove from the pool.
This is common with older vinyl liners, resulting in tears occuring during the refill process. The weather will also play a role, as cold days constrict the liner and make it less malleable, which may result in damage. Many problems that people drain their pools for can actually be fixed while the swimming pool is still full of water. But you can declare war on that algae with an arsenal of pool chemicals.
You will definitely need to shock the pool, likely more than once. You can also use algaecide, which is made specifically to kill algae. Then you will have to add a whole bunch of chemicals to rebalance your pool water. But it can be done. If you feel like this kind of chemical warfare is beyond what you can do, or beyond what you want to do, The Pool butler can help.
We are pool cleaning experts and stand by ready to de-green even the most disgusting pool water. This is an important consideration when deciding whether to drain your pool or just clean the water.
Smaller filters, especially cartridge filters, may have a hard time with thick, super dirty water. In that case, you may have no option but to drain the pool. However, if you have a large, effective filter, especially a DE filter, there is a strong chance that your filter can help with your situation.
For a DE filter, you should turn it off for about two hours a day to let the DE and all that debris slough off the grid. This could overpower a small sand or cartridge filter, but a larger filter should be able to handle it. You will likely need to backwash your filter when you are done. Keep in mind, however, that almost any type of pool cleaning can be done with water in the pool. If you feel like you have to drain the pool, another option is to drain the pool partially then refill it.
That will reduce the mess without the danger created by hydrostatic pressure. Another time to drain your pool is if you need to make significant repairs. Your pool professional will make the call on whether a repair warrants draining the pool.
Finally, most pools should be drained and refilled about once every years, or when the total dissolved solids TDS reaches over ppm. When this happens, it will become difficult to balance your pool water.
You will have to use more and more chemicals. Over time, the chemicals you use to clean and shock your pool, environmental factors, and the buildup of organic waste like hair, dead skin, and oils will simply become too much for regular maintenance to take care of.
Always hire professionals to drain your pool. If you think your pool needs to be drained, a professional pool maintenance and repair company like The Pool Butler can confirm your suspicion and help with the process.
And if it really does need to be drained, we can safely drain and refill your pool. When to Drain a Swimming Pool. Why Not to Drain a Pool Draining a pool is risky business for several reasons. The Danger of Hydrostatic Pressure One source of damage is from the pressure of groundwater underneath the pool pushing up on the pool floor.
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