Once the water has cleared, test your water or take a sample to your pool supply store and have it analyzed.Now that you have the easy part finished, its time to get to work. Once your pool is leak and drip free, skim off as much floating debris as you can with your skimmer net.Once you have the water cleared, use a leaf rake to remove as many leaves and twigs as possible. If any of the parts look like they need replacing, take them with you to the pool supply store. Enlist some help for this, as you want to avoid getting any top water into the pool water. Also be sure to remove any freeze plugs that were used to cover the hose openings.

Remember to lube plugs, fittings, valves and o-rings with petroleum jelly. If you start with green water, you will need a lot more shock. Theres nothing worse than realizing your short one bag of shock when youre in the middle of prepping the pool. At this time a few people positioned around the pool will help to keep the cover out of the water. Position the hose at a downspout drain to discharge then let go of the crimp.After all debris has been removed and the pool has been scrubbed, check your filter for cleaning. Planning ahead can make the job much easier. All that is left to do now is to wait for the water to warm up so you can start enjoying your pool.To get a good siphon started, hook up the hose to the spigot and put the other end of the hose into the top water.

Some pumps have removable filters; others are back-flushed, so clean as directed.There will be different needs depending on the type of pool you own, so this list is general. Once the filter is cleaned, you can now super shock the water as per your manufacturers instructions. Try to fold your cover like a blanket keeping the crud in the middle then remove the cover. Next, remove your cover weights or springs. If you have an in-ground pool you will need to use a sump pump to remove the top water.Soon spring will be here and so will the annual chore of opening your swimming pool.Now its time to attach all the pump hoses. The water will reverse and start to drain. Any crud and debris on the sides and bottom of the pool will need to be scrubbed off. Turn the hose on for a minute or so to fill it. Its a lot easier to match replacement parts if you have the old part with you. So lets first make a list of chemicals that you might need. If you have an above ground pool, siphon the water off with a hose. Most manufacturers recommend constantly recirculating the pool water for at least three days. Next crimp the hose a foot or two away from the faucet, and with your other hand, disconnect the hose from the spigot. Refer to your pool and pump instructions for additional information.

The first thing required is to get the cover off. It should be filled to the skimmer half way point. It may take a few days of recirculation to clear the water. Open all your valves to flood the hoses and prime the pool pump. You will most likely need to add water to the pool.. You need to scrub the cover thoroughly and properly dry for summer storage. Adjust the water as required and keep recirculating.Liquid or powdered Shock Chlorine powder or tablets Bromine pH increase or pH decrease Sanitizing cartridge for cartridge filters A test kit or bottle of test strips to test pH and chlorine levelsBefore you run off to your local pool supply store 18/410 spring outside fine mist sprayer for chemicals, now would be the time to check all of your hoses, clamps, skimmer baskets, gaskets and o-rings. Use the broom attachment of your pool vacuum for this.At this point you should start re-circulating the water and check for any leaks around the pump and hoses.