Prepare Your Pool or Hot Tub for Winter

As the colder months approach, it is time to prepare your pool or hot tub for the winter season. Deckside Pool and Spa, located in the heart of Penticton, is your one-stop shop for expert pool and hot tub care. Our qualified team serves the South Okanagan and provides top-quality services to ensure your pool or hot tub is winter-ready. Contact us today for all your pool and spa needs!

To protect your pool from damage during the cold season, proper winterization is essential. Our staff will start by thoroughly cleaning your pool, removing debris, and scrubbing the liner. Next, we’ll balance your pool’s pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness levels to prevent staining and corrosion. It is important to drain the water to a safe level and add the necessary chemicals, including algaecides and chlorine, to keep the water clean and free from algae growth throughout the winter. Finally, we’ll cover your pool with a high-quality winter cover to protect it from the elements. If you want assistance with all or any of these steps, book your pool closing with us today!

Many people in the Okanagan use their hot tub all year long. But if you plan to close your hot tub for the winter, it is important to drain all parts of the tub. Residual water in the pipes can freeze and cause pipes to crack. Typically, we use equipment to blow all water out of the pipes. We will also clean your hot tub thoroughly. Cover your hot tub with an insulated cover that locks down, to protect it from blowing open and adding snow and debris. If you are keeping your hot tub running through the winter, make sure the water is clean, the chemicals are balanced, and the temperature is set to prevent freezing! We are happy to test the chemical balance for you.

Let the experts at Deckside Pool and Spa help you prepare your pool or hot tub for the winter, ensuring a hassle-free opening come spring. Contact us today for all your winterization needs!