"The Intent of our Newsletter"   We wish to offer simple yet meaningful solutions and suggestions to help you free up time to enjoy the benefits of your pool / spa.

 

WINTERIZING YOUR POOL SYSTEM

IN CONTRA COSTA COUNTY

NORMAL PROCEDURES

Keeping water moving through your system during the coldest part of the night helps to

prevent freeze damage.

* Reset Time Clocks to run at night

* Run the filter pump at least 4 hours

* Run the pool cleaner only when the filter pump is running

 

EXTREME COLD

If the temperature is below freezing take immediate steps to help protect your system from

freeze damage.

*Turn the filter pump ON and let it run continuously until freeze is over. To do this you must remove

the OFF tripper from your time clock....OR

* Place 6 firelogs in the pool/spa to help prevent the ice from cracking the tile.

* Break up surface ice daily.

* Wrap exposed pipes and PVC with thermal protectors.

 

HEAVY RAIN

If your pool becomes too full...

* Attach a hose to the hose bib/faucet at your equipment and turn the filter pump on to drain

off excess water.

* In cases of extreme rain it may be necessary to use a submersible pump or have a valve installed on

your filter pump outlet.

* If your motor(s) are not protected from the rain we have "easy to install" motor covers.

* Try to prevent mud and debris from getting into your pool. The removal can be costly.

* Clean your deck drains. Clear debris from yard and sides of pool.

* Check retaining walls and raised flowerbeds to determine how you might divert drainage away

from your pool.

 

SOLAR BUBBLE COVERS

You should remove, roll up and store your cover in a dry place just as soon as your swim season ends.

Cold water and weather will cause the bubble to disintegrate. If you store the pool cover outside it

should be covered with a white plastic protective cover.

 

AUTOMATIC POOL COVERS (Electric)

Refer to your owners manual for winter care. Rake the leaves off the cover frequently. Pump the water

off the cover to prevent the weight of the water from damaging the cover and mechanism when opening.

 

SUMMARY

We give your pool the Professional Touch when it comes to "Winterizing"

*You can help by inspecting your equipment weekly (more often during weather extremes) to insure it

is operating properly, and having it repaired promptly if there is a problem.

* It is very important to keep your water "In Balance" all year long. Improper water chemistry can lead

to plaster damage, algae growth and equipment failure.

 

AQUARIUS IS HERE TO HELP IN ANY WAY WE CAN

AND WE ARE FULLY STAFFED THROUGH THE WINTER MONTH

 

Call us at (925) 933-3310 or email us info@poolspapros.com