Should I drain my pool?
The number one rule: Do not empty your pool.
Keeping sufficient water levels in your pool provides the important weight to hold the sides and bottom in place, especially when heavy rains that accompany most storms raise the local water table. Pools which have been emptied may experience serious subsidence problems and could even be lifted off their foundation.
Should I lower the water level in my pool?
If your pool is properly equipped with adequate drains and skimmers and the surrounding area is properly drained, the water level can probably be left as it is.
In cases when surrounding structures might be damaged by the water before it can run off naturally, the experts recommend lowering the pool’s water level by one to two feet.
Should I do anything to the pool water chemistry?
Should I leave my automatic equipment and electrical systems turned on?
Should I take any special precautions with my decking and screens?
Should I throw my pool furniture into the pool?
Should commercial pool facilities take any additional special precautions?
Specialists in commercial pools remind owners / operators of the following points:
Stored chemicals should be removed to a safe, high and dry location. Remember, some chemicals, when mixed, can produce dangerous gases; others, if wetted can cause fires.
Sump pits should be cleaned and sump pumps should be checked. A portable gasoline-operated pump is helpful if power is not restored quickly.
Pools near apartment units / motel rooms should have water levels lowered by one to two feet if potential flooding is a factor.
Remove all loose items around the pool area including trash cans, ashtrays, nets, etc.
Equipment covers should be secured by being latched or bolted down.