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Can a recently retiled pool be left empty during the winter and full in the summer or will it damage materials?
No. Do not leave you pool empty during the winter. Numerous problems are caued by draining the pool and leaving it empty. The best way I can think of to answer your question is with this "Disclaimer" we have to use. DRAIN AND ACID WASH DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT (Rev. 11/04) DRAINING AND/OR ACID WASH TREATMENT OF A SWIMMING POOL
Will draining your chlorine pool water onto your flowers hurt them?
Yes. It could kill them.
Leaving swimming pool empty in summer harmful to the structure of the pool?
Yes, plaster will dry out and crack.
A pool can be filled with water in 10 hours Draining the pool requires 20 hours If the pool is empty and the drain is open how much time will be needed to fill the pool?
Trick question. The pool is empty but the drain is open. With an open drain, the pool will never fill, unless the water entering exceeds the water draining.True,-----------> 20 hours
How long can you leave your gunite pool empty after draining it?
It is generally recommended to avoid leaving a gunite pool empty for more than a few days, ideally no longer than one week. Extended periods without water can lead to structural damage due to soil movement and pressure changes. If you must drain the pool for maintenance or repairs, it's crucial to refill it as soon as possible to preserve its integrity. Always consult with a pool professional for specific guidance based on your local conditions.
What are the dangers in draining cement in ground pools?
The first thing you have to look out for is that there isn't to much ground water out side the pool say when its raining or just after rain. because water may be able to build up under the pool and lift it up out of it proper position.
Does draining a chlorine spa hurt trees?
No nothing to worry about I have trees at the down hill side of pool and they cop heaps of chlorine water and are thriving.
Does it hurt to drain the water from a Pebble Tech bottom pool when tile cleaning is needed?
No it doesn't hurt, but it's not necessary. New Answer... The most importiant thing regarding draining your pool is that you make sure that it is not empty long. Here is Las Vegas, when the temperature gets over 90 degrees, I refuse to leave any pool dry for more then one day (drain at night, do the work the next morning and start filling it up immediately). With a peddle tech pool it is not quite as critical as with an older plaster pool, but still the 24 hour rule is a good one to stick with.
Will it hurt the pebble tech finish if the pool is drained for 3 or more months?
It shouldn't after all the top of the pebble tech pool is out of the water forever and it doesn't seem to hurt it. However be careful that you don't get a build up of ground water around the outside of the pool, This can cause an empty pool to start floating and that will definitely hurt it. If you have a hydro static valve at the bottom that works it should be ok.
How long can a concrete pool be empty in south Florida and can it possibly lift up from the ground?
In South Florida, a concrete pool can typically be empty for a few weeks without significant issues, but prolonged emptiness—especially over a month—can lead to structural problems. The risk of the pool lifting, known as hydrostatic uplift, increases if groundwater levels are high, as the buoyant force can act on the empty pool. To mitigate this risk, it's advisable to monitor groundwater levels and consider draining the pool only during dry seasons or with proper precautions.
Will draining and leaving a tiled pool in a hot wet climate damage it?
More and likely yes, the sun would dry the tiles out may cause the grout to pop off, crack,
Draining and swimming pool?
When draining a pool take care that there isn't enough ground water around the outside of the pool to lift it out of position, even a concrete pool will float on ground water. and once they are lifted out of the ground you are in big trouble.
