Can You Leave Above Ground Pool Up Over Winter

Above ground pools need the weight of the water in them to provide an optimal level of stability.

Can you leave above ground pool up over winter.

However several steps and precautions are necessary to keep your pool safe through the winter. Over the last week i have been asked the question can i leave my above ground pool empty over the winter. However you must winterize the pool when keeping it full throughout the winter. You are better off to winterize the pool but leave water in the pool to protect it.

When you re closing your pool for the winter don t overlook your above ground pool ladder toys and any other accessories you may have. If your above ground pool has a removable pump and skimmer system just take it out and drain a little water so that there is room for expansion and contracting throughout the winter and then place the cover on. Also without water in the pool the liner can shrink and no longer fit your pool. Without water supporting the wall you run the risk of the pool wall coming out of the track.

Removing the accessories and cleaning. It s possible to leave your above ground pool up all winter with the water in it since draining it completely may cause it to collapse. If your area maintains tropical climates all year long you may not need to winterize your pool at all especially if you use your pool on a regular basis. We are in ct where we do see our share of snow storms and freezing weather.

We have an intex 18 x 4 easyset pool. Have been thru three seasons with it without any complaints except for a couple of pinhole leaks in the side of the pool. Some people use air pillows to create an area in middle of pool to minimize ice damage to liner walls and skimmer. In warmer climates intex advises to keep your pool up if you prefer.

Tired of wrestling with it in the spring and fall and was wondering if it would be safe to leave it up all winter. The answer is always no.