Ideally, you want to close your pool before the first hard freeze, typically in late November. However, if temperatures have already dropped, we can still perform emergency winterization to prevent immediate pipe damage.

Yes. Standard tarp covers often tear or blow away in high Oklahoma winds. A mesh or solid safety cover anchored to your deck provides the tension needed to withstand extreme gusts and keeps debris out all winter.

The biggest risk of DIY closing is failing to clear 100% of the water from underground lines. Even a small amount of trapped water can freeze, expand, and crack your pipes, leading to $2,500+ in repair costs next spring.

When a pipe freezes, the expanding ice causes the PVC to crack or shatter. This often happens underground, requiring concrete deck removal and extensive plumbing repairs. Professional line blowing prevents this entirely.