Should you drain a fiberglass pool?

Should you drain a fiberglass pool?

Avoid draining your fiberglass pool if at all possible. You do not need to drain your fiberglass pool for dirty water, a new home, or a foreclosed or abandoned home. If you do need to drain it, hire a professional. Make sure to check the groundwater, brace the pool, and have a sump pipe and gravel backfill.

How far can I drain my fiberglass pool?

While there are many myths about fiberglass pools, the one thing you should NEVER EVER do is DRAIN your fiberglass pool without professional help. Let me say that again, NEVER drain your fiberglass pool for any reason. In fact, we recommend NEVER letting the water level drop more than 2-3 inches below the skimmer!

Are pool main drains necessary?

Main drains are not required in an inground swimming pool, however, they are strongly recommended and can be extremely useful in some circumstances. The advantages of main drains are to give you the ability to drain the water from your pool without the use of a sump pump. This is useful when replacing your pool liner.

How do you install a main drain in a swimming pool?

To install the main drains into a vinyl pool, first remove the cover and face plate off of each main drain pot, and tape over the opening, covering the faceplate screw holes with duct tape. There is a 2″ plug included with each main drain you will use that to plug the bottom hole in each main drain.

Can you drain and refill a fiberglass pool?

Big disclaimer: only authorized fiberglass pool professionals should drain a pool. Never drain a pool without professional assistance. For most (if not all) pool manufacturers, an authorized dealer must drain the pool, or you may void your warranty.

What happens if fiberglass pool overflows?

When your pool overflows, your pool becomes diluted and throws the chemical balance off. Not only that, but rainwater also tends to carry pollutants with it that can cause contamination that needs to be dealt with.

Will my pool pop out of the ground if I drain it?

The most common time a pool will pop is during a pool drain. When pool water can no longer stay clean using sanitizing chemicals like chlorine, it needs to be swapped out. Drains are also done when the pool requires some extra TLC in the form of pool repairs or surface washing.

How can I drain my pool without flooding the yard?

All you need is a medium-size water or vacuum pump. Unroll the pump’s intake hose so that it reaches the center of the pool (or as close to it as possible), and submerge it in the pool. Place the outlet hose so the exiting water doesn’t flood the area, but drains off away from the pool.

Should I Use main drain or skimmers?

If the pool receives a lot of leaves and other debris, more suction may be required at the skimmer than the main drain to adequately strain debris floating on the surface. Conversely, if dirt on the bottom of the pool is the principal contaminant, more suction is required at the main drain.

Is a pool main drain necessary?

What is Deco drain?

DECK-O-DRAIN is an easy-to-install, effective drainage system made of tough, long lasting PVC. The DECK-O-DRAIN system resists wear and is non-corrosive, providing protection for both the deck and subgrade. It is ideal for use on pool decks, driveways, patios and anywhere water collects and needs to be carried away.

How do you drain a pool from too much rain?

How to Drain Water from Your Pool after Rain

1. Clean the Pool Deck. Sweep up debris from the pool deck, and use a garden hose to clean it of dirt.
2. Manually Remove Debris from the Pool.
3. Turn On the Pump and Filter.
4. Brush the Pool.
5. Vacuum the Pool.
6. Drain Some of the Water from the Pool.
7. Test and Balance the Water.

What happens to fiberglass pool after 25 years?

Well, maybe not an entire lifetime, but close! Most fiberglass pools are known to last 25-30 years, but we take that to the next level. Our manufacturer, Narellan Pools, makes the best fiberglass pools around. Their unique fiberglass formula results in a pool that can last as long as 50 years!

Can I drain pool water on lawn?

Pool water is perfectly safe for grass in small levels. If you want to drain your pool onto your lawn, make sure to properly dilute the chlorine level. Be careful not to flood your lawn while draining, because that can kill the grass.

Is the bottom drain of a pool necessary?

Many pools do not have them. They are not required. They might add slightly improved circulation and can be helpful for removing debris, but there are ways to counter these without the floor drain.

Why are there 2 holes in the bottom of a pool skimmer?

A skimmer is a necessary element of keeping a pool clean. The skimmer sits at the waterline and catches leaves, bugs and trash so they do not clog the filter. Skimmers with a second hole help keep the pump from running dry if the water level is unstable.