The winterizing of your pool is approaching, are you ready?

After the summer season and in preparation for winter, winterizing your pool is essential. This is an important shutdown, but how do you do it? We explain all the steps of winterizing in this article.

The steps for winterizing your swimming pool

You probably know that there are 2 types of wintering : passive wintering , where the pool is completely stopped; and active wintering , or semi-wintering , where your pool operates at a slower rate. For this second type of wintering , you will therefore need to operate your pool 's filtration for 2 or 3 hours per day.
Between cleaning, stopping the filtration system or treating the water, here are all the steps to get your pool ready for wintering . Steps to follow scrupulously to find a pool in excellent condition for the next summer season!

Choose the right time

How do you know when to start winterizing your pool ? To do this, you need to take into account the water temperature: if it is equal to or less than 12°C, you can proceed with winterizing .
Carrying out wintering when the water is still too warm means exposing yourself to the risk of the development of micro-organisms, responsible for green water in the spring.

Clean your pool carefully

Carry out a major cleaning of your pool with the help of your pool robot . The bottom, the walls, the waterline, the stairs… everything must be impeccably clean!

Think about the filtration system

With passive wintering , or total wintering , filtration stops completely. The pool filter must therefore be cleaned carefully, using a specific descaling product .

Opt for shock treatment of your swimming pool water

Before wintering , your pool water must be clean and healthy. To do this, choose a shock treatment and adjust the pH of the water.

Reduce the water level

Lower the water level to about 10 cm below the return jets. This will prevent problems such as freezing of the water, which could damage the pipes and more generally the structure of your pool.
Be careful not to empty the pool of all its water! This would damage the structure of the pool.

Stop filtration and install anti-freeze accessories

Close the multi-way valve of the pool filter , make sure to drain the pump, the filter, as well as the skimmer circuits. The anti-freeze accessories must be installed during this step.

Put everything away

Some equipment, such as the pump, diving board and pool ladder, must be removed and stored away during the winter season.

Choose a wintering product

Pour a special product in different places for winterizing your pool which will protect it from bacteria, limescale and algae.

Cover your pool

Choose a winter cover to protect your pool from the elements. The cover will not let dirt, rain, or cold pass through.