Hurricane prep for South Texas above ground pools

skimmer lid

Before Storm:
Remove outdoor furniture from the pool deck.
Turn off power to pool pump.
Secure your skimmer lid snug. The small hole in the top of the skimmer lid will allow for a controlled drainage of your above ground pool. (pictured)
After storm:
Once you’ve taken care of other more critical assessments of damage, you can address the pool or spa. You’ll want to:
Check the Electrical System
Inspect your pool pump and motor for any damage. Let the motor dry for at least 24 hours. If you couldn’t remove your equipment before the storm and it was underwater, get it checked out.
Clean out debris from swimming pool to keep it from staining permanently.
Balance water pH, superchlorinate or shock your pool, and run the filter until the water becomes clear.