Emptying a pool without a pump is not as difficult as it may sound. It is possible to empty the pool in a very short time without scooping and dumping. You may need some assistance getting it started but once it is draining all you will have to do is sit back and wait. Step 1 Pla...
With water weighing around 8.3 pounds per gallon, even a small,inflatable poolis extremely heavy once filled. When it comes to the best way to empty a paddling pool or small, inflatablekiddie pool, you don't have to spend tons of money on a pump because an old hose will get the job ...
Do you know how to drain a pool? Above ground is simple. But draining an inground pool incorrectly could destroy it. Learn the right ways for both.
Cup plunger:When most of us think of plungers (not that we do with much frequency), the image that probably comes to mind is that of a simple wooden handle attached to a rubber cup. It’s this cup that gives this tool its name. This design is most effective on flat-surface drains,...
That way you’ll have less to clog up your filtration system in step 2. Step 2:Drain the Pool Don’t try to salvage the water that’s in your pool. Go ahead and drain it so you can inspect the bottom for damage. It’s a better idea to start with an empty pool instead of ...
Once debris reaches the main suction outlet, it is transported to the pump basket or debris canister. Here, the water passes through filters that capture fine particles, leaving the water clear and clean. Once the cleaning cycle is complete, simply remove and empty the pump basket or debris ...
My husband stuck a screwdriver with string to the center of the floor to ensure he carved out enough soil for the 8-foot round tank to fit. Then he added paver base sand, leveled and tampered it. We hired an electrician to add an outlet for the pump and my husband had to dig a tr...
If your main drain is connected to the skimmer, with one hole in the bottom of the skimmer, you can continue to pump the pool nearly empty by plugging the top of the skimmer with an expansion plug, or a threaded plug with o-ring. The easiest method is to connect a threaded hose adap...
Got algae? Need a workout? Grab a pole, flex those muscles, and learn how to vacuum your pool by hand to keep it healthy, clean, and swimmable.
If a power outage lasts for more than 4 hours, you need to err on the side of caution with regard to refrigerated and frozen food. Coolers can help – you can put your most expensive perishables in a cooler and fill it with ice from the freezer to extend its lifespan. Whatever you ...