❄️ How to Prepare Your Pool for Closing

Complete Pre-Service Checklist

To ensure a seamless spring opening, it’s important to properly prepare your pool before your scheduled closing service. Please review and complete the following steps before your appointment to avoid delays or complications.

🧪 Step 1: Test Your Pool Water

✅ Pre-Closing Water Test

We offer complimentary water testing at Premier Pools. Bring in a sample 1–7 days prior to your scheduled closing appointment.

This test helps determine the correct chemical dosage
Results will guide us in recommending either a chlorine or non-chlorine closing kit
⚠️ If you've already purchased and added your closing chemicals, water testing is not required

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🧹 Step 2: Clean the Pool

✅ Brush and Vacuum

Thoroughly clean your pool to ensure the closing chemicals work effectively.

Brush all pool walls, floor, and steps
Vacuum to remove all visible debris

🛡️ Step 3: Prepare the Pool Cover

🔒 Auto Covers

Do not drain any water from the pool
Remove all water and debris from the cover prior to service
Use your cover pump throughout winter to manage thaw cycles
If your cover switch is locked, please:
- Provide the unlock code
- Or leave the key in the control box

⚠️ If your cover has standing water at the time of service, your appointment may be rescheduled to the same weekday of the following week.

🕳️ Mesh or Tarp Covers (With Anchors or Water Bags)

Drain water below the return lines
- Close skimmer valves
- Open the waste line or set multiport valve to “waste”
- Unless Premier is scheduled to drain the pool for you
Leave the cover off until the closing process is complete
If Premier is installing the cover, ensure it's easily accessible

⚠️ If technicians need to remove or adjust your cover during closing, additional labor charges may apply.

🧴 Step 4: Add Closing Chemicals

We strongly recommend using Bioguard® pool closing kits to protect your water and equipment during the off-season.

🌟 Bioguard Pool Closing Complete™

Protects against corrosion and scale
Promotes a smooth, clean spring opening
Compatible with all pool types

💧 Chlorine Closing Kit (Bioguard Arctic Blue)

1 Quart Arctic Blue Algae Protector: Prevents algae and enhances water clarity
4 lb. Arctic Blue Winter Shock: Stabilized chlorine for sanitizing and water clarity

Application:

With water circulating, broadcast the entire dose of Arctic Blue Winter Shock into the deep end
Brush any undissolved product until fully dissolved
After at least 2 hours, apply the Arctic Blue Algae Protector and Pool Closing Complete around the pool’s perimeter

🌿 Non-Chlorine Closing Kit (Bioguard Oxysheen)

1 Quart Arctic Blue Algae Protector
4 lb. Bioguard Oxysheen: Fast-dissolving non-chlorine oxidizer and clarifier

Application:

With water circulating, broadcast all 4 bags of Oxysheen into the deep end
Brush any undissolved product until fully dissolved
After at least 2 hours, add the Algae Protector and Pool Closing Complete

📦 Step 5: Prepare Pool Supplies

✅ Locate All Closing Supplies

Please make sure items like plugs, gizmos, and skimmer components are easy for technicians to find near the pool or equipment pad.

⚠️ Any missing or damaged items will be replaced at your expense

🛠️ During Your Service Appointment

🧩 Replacement of Closing Items

If needed, we will replace the following during your appointment:

Rubber winter plugs
White closing plugs
Winterizing tubes
Skimmer faceplates

These items will be added to your order and invoiced after service.

🚫 Main Drain Valve Preparation

Proper winterization of your main drain valve is critical to avoid freezing damage.

Here’s what our technician will do:

Confirm the valve is airtight and in good condition
Remove the valve handle and place it in the pump basket
Blow water from the line using air
Close the main drain valve at the equipment to seal in air pressure
Test for leaks — any hissing sound indicates leakage

If the valve leaks and cannot be repaired:

It will be cut out, and the line will be plugged after blowout
You will be contacted for spring repair scheduling

⚠️ An unsealed valve can result in cracked pipes or major freeze-related damage.

✅ You're Ready for Closing!

Following the steps above will help our service team close your pool safely and efficiently — and ensure you're ready for a clean, worry-free spring start-up.

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Getting Ready For Your Pool Closing Service