Storm season is a fact of life on the Space Coast, and your pool is part of preparing for it. A pool that is handled correctly before and after a storm comes through it clean and intact. One that is neglected can turn green, suffer equipment damage, or become a hazard. Here is a practical checklist.

Before a storm

  • Do not drain the pool. The water weight protects the shell, and an empty pool can lift out of the ground.
  • Balance and lightly over-treat the water so it can absorb dilution and debris.
  • Bring in or secure loose items: furniture, toys, and equipment that wind can turn into projectiles.
  • Turn off and, if advised, protect the pool equipment to guard against electrical damage.
  • Do not cover the pool. Debris can damage and tangle a cover during high winds.

An empty or half-empty pool is at real risk during heavy rain and a high water table. Leave the water in.

During the storm

Once a storm arrives, leave the pool alone. Stay away from the water and the equipment pad. There is nothing to gain and real danger in trying to manage a pool mid-storm.

After the storm

  • Remove large debris promptly before it sinks, stains, or clogs the system.
  • Restore power to the equipment only when it is safe and dry.
  • Rebalance the chemistry, which heavy rain will have diluted, and shock the water.
  • Run the filter hard, and clean it as it loads up with storm debris.
  • Watch for algae over the following days and treat early.

When a pool turns green

If a pool was hit hard or left too long, it can turn green. That is recoverable. WETYR Pools offers green-to-clean recovery that clears the algae, rebalances the water, and gets the pool swim-ready again, then we can keep it clear with an ongoing plan.

Frequently asked questions

Should I drain my pool before a hurricane?+

No. Draining a pool risks the shell lifting from a high water table, and the water weight helps protect the structure. Leave the water in.

Should I cover my pool during a storm?+

Generally no. Wind-driven debris can damage and tangle a cover. It is usually safer to leave the pool uncovered and clean up afterward.

My pool went green after a storm. Can it be saved?+

Almost always. Our green-to-clean recovery service clears storm-affected pools and restores clear, balanced water.

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