2. Turn Off Power. Another key to pool hurricane preparation is making sure circuit breakers at the main electrical panel are turned off. Pool equipment such as pump motors, pool lighting, chlorinators, and heaters should not operate during the storm.
Considering this, should I shock my pool before a storm?
Give your pool a good shock treatment 1 to 2 days before the storm hits. You can bring the chlorine level up pretty high to prolong the pool being depleted of chlorine.
Likewise, people ask, how do I protect my above ground pool during a hurricane?
Beside above, what do you do with your pool during a hurricane?
Storm Prep
- Do not drain your pool. The water in your pool provides weight to hold the bottom and sides in place when heavy rains raise the water table. …
- Maintain your water level or decrease by 1-2 feet. …
- Shock your pool. …
- Turn off automatic equipment/electrical. …
- Create a vent in your screen. …
- Store pool furniture.
Should a pool be covered during a hurricane?
Do Not Cover The Pool
DO NOT DO IT! Storms bring wind, and wind can cause falling branches and other flying debris that can damage pool covers. It’s much easier to remove debris from the pool after the storm, than it would be to replace an expensive cover.
How do you prepare an inground pool for a hurricane?
How to Prepare Your Pool Before the Storm
- Put away your loose stuff.
- Turn off all gas, propane, and electricity to the pool.
- Leave the pool cover off.
- Balance the water chemistry (with algaecide if you like)
- Don’t drain the pool.
- If possible, trim nearby trees.
- Put your pool on your homeowner’s insurance.