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11 Off Season Pool Care Tips

11 Off Season Pool Care Tips

Taking care of your pool doesn't end when you put the cover on. Maintain your pool during the winter, and make next season's opening a lot easier.

How Long to Run a Pool Pump in Winter

How Long to Run a Pool Pump in Winter

Learn exactly how long to run your pool pump in winter based on your climate, outside temperature, and water clarity.

How to Get Water Off a Pool Cover Fast

How to Get Water Off a Pool Cover Fast

Water on your pool cover causes sagging and tears. Remove it fast with these tools. Protect your investment with these expert tips.

The Best Pool Cover Pumps For Winter 2025/2026

The Best Pool Cover Pumps For Winter 2025/2026

Find the best pool cover pumps for winter 2025/2026. Compare automatic vs. manual options & learn why you need one to protect your cover. ✓

How to Remove Snow From a Pool Cover

How to Remove Snow From a Pool Cover

Snow on your pool cover may look pretty, but too much, and you're just asking for damage to the cover and your pool. It's easy to avoid.

How to Winterize a Pool in 9 Steps

How to Winterize a Pool in 9 Steps

We've broken down how to winterize a pool into 9 easy steps (including a VIDEO). Watch the video, read through the steps, and close it up.

The Best Winter Pool Covers in 2024 (Inground and Above Ground)

The Best Winter Pool Covers in 2024 (Inground and Above Ground)

We picked the best winter covers that'll keep out dirt and debris, reduce the number of opening chores, and protect the pool from damage.

How to Keep Your Pool Cover From Sagging

How to Keep Your Pool Cover From Sagging

No-nonsense strategies to fix your sagging pool cover, keep it snug, and ensure it doesn't get destroyed over the winter months.

Do You Actually Need a Pool Closing Kit?

Do You Actually Need a Pool Closing Kit?

Is a pool closing kit worth it? Before you buy one, here's what comes in a kit and which chemicals you actually need to close your pool.

How to Winterize an Above Ground Pool in 11 Steps

How to Winterize an Above Ground Pool in 11 Steps

Think you can just cover your above ground pool, and it'll be fine until spring? Think again. Do just a few more things, and opening will be a breeze.

Do You Need a Pool Pillow for Winter?

Do You Need a Pool Pillow for Winter?

Do you need a pool pillow for your above ground pool this winter? Here’s my honest take, plus a size chart and how to set one up so it doesn’t pop.

How to Winterize an Intex Pool in 12 Steps

How to Winterize an Intex Pool in 12 Steps

Winterizing an Intex pool is similar to closing an above ground pool, with just a few minor but important differences. Make sure you winterize it correctly.

Pool Safety Covers: How to Choose the Right One

Pool Safety Covers: How to Choose the Right One

Mesh or solid? Or maybe the new kid in town: hybrid? Which pool safety cover is right for you and your pool? Find out before you make that investment.

How to Keep Mice Out of Your Pool Heater

How to Keep Mice Out of Your Pool Heater

Keep your pool heater safe from vermin by learning how to keep mice and rodents out of your pool heater so it will warm your water when you need it.