{"id":6066,"date":"2026-09-23T13:51:37","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:51:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/es\/?p=6066"},"modified":"2026-09-23T13:55:18","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:55:18","slug":"before-saying-goodbye-to-summer-checklist-to-get-your-pool-ready-for-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/uncategorized\/before-saying-goodbye-to-summer-checklist-to-get-your-pool-ready-for-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Before saying goodbye to summer: checklist to get your pool ready for winter."},"content":{"rendered":"

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\"\"Summer is coming to an end, but before closing the season, it\u2019s worth taking a little time to check your pool. Even if you no longer use it every day, preparing it properly can make all the difference when the good weather returns.<\/p>\n

A complete cleaning, balanced water, the right treatment and a good winter cover help keep your pool in better condition during the colder months. Plus, following a checklist will help you avoid missing any important steps and make opening your pool next season much easier.<\/p>\n

Before covering your pool, check these points:<\/h4>\n
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  1. Remove leaves, insects and visible dirt:<\/strong> Before applying any treatment, remove all debris that has accumulated on the surface of the water. Leaves, insects, dust or small residues can end up at the bottom and make cleaning more difficult later on.<\/li>\n
  2. Clean the bottom, walls and waterline:<\/strong> Once the surface dirt has been removed, it is important to carry out a more complete cleaning. Use a pool cleaner to remove debris from the bottom of the pool and pay attention to the walls, corners and waterline. This initial cleaning helps the winter treatment work more effectively and prevents dirt from remaining in contact with the liner or pool surface for months.<\/li>\n
  3. Check that the water is clear and balanced:<\/strong> Before closing the pool, make sure the water is clear and in good condition. If it looks cloudy, greenish, foamy or has accumulated dirt, it should be corrected before fitting the cover. Closing the pool with water in poor condition can make winter maintenance more complicated and mean that opening the pool next season takes more time and effort.<\/li>\n
  4. Adjust the pH before applying the treatment:<\/strong> pH is one of the most important parameters for keeping pool water balanced. Before applying any treatment product, check that it is within the recommended range. A properly adjusted pH improves the effectiveness of chemical products and helps preserve the water during the months when the pool is not used regularly.<\/li>\n
  5. Add the appropriate winter treatment product:<\/strong> Once the pool is clean and the water is balanced, apply a specific winter treatment product, always following the manufacturer\u2019s instructions. This treatment helps keep the water in better condition during winter and reduces the appearance of algae, dirt and deposits. It is important to distribute the product evenly throughout the pool and run the filtration system for the recommended time to ensure proper distribution.<\/li>\n
  6. Check the filter, pump and filtration system:<\/strong> Before reducing pool use, check that the pump, filter and filtration system are in good condition. Clean the filter, check for blockages and make sure everything is working correctly. Although filtration is usually used for fewer hours during winter, keeping the system clean and in good condition will help preserve the water better.<\/li>\n
  7. Remove or protect ladders, showers and accessories:<\/strong> Ladders, showers, pool cleaners, hoses and other accessories can deteriorate if they remain exposed to cold, humidity or dirt for a long time. Whenever possible, remove detachable elements, clean them and store them in a dry place. If you cannot remove them, make sure they are properly protected.<\/li>\n
  8. Fit a well-adjusted winter cover:<\/strong> A winter cover is a great ally for keeping your pool protected during the months of lower use. It helps prevent leaves, dust, insects and other debris from entering the pool, and makes cleaning much easier when it is time to use the pool again. Make sure the cover is correctly positioned, adjusted and securely fixed so that it performs its function throughout the season.<\/li>\n
  9. Carry out small checks during the colder months:<\/strong> Closing the pool does not mean forgetting about it completely. During the colder months, it is a good idea to check the condition of the water, the cover and the level of accumulated dirt from time to time. These quick checks can help you detect small problems early and avoid more complicated work when spring arrives.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Closing your pool properly does not mean forgetting about it, but preparing it so that everything is easier next summer. With some basic care at the end of the season, you can better preserve the water, reduce accumulated dirt and avoid extra work when the time comes to enjoy it again.<\/p>\n

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    Summer is coming to an end, but before closing the season, it\u2019s worth taking a little time to check your pool. Even if you no longer use it every day, preparing it properly can make all the difference when the good weather returns. A complete cleaning, balanced water, the right treatment and a good winter …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":6069,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,6,1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6066"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6066"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6066\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6080,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6066\/revisions\/6080"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6069"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6066"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6066"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.grepool.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6066"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}