Pools are by far one of the best summertime activities and they bring families together for barbecues and more. But, if you plan to move, what do you do about your above ground pool? You take it with you of course! Below, we will provide you with the steps to move your above ground pool safely to your new location.
- Empty All That Water
Since it is likely that your pool is filled with water, it is time to take the time to empty the entire pool. Make sure you are prepared for the draining and that you do not flood your neighbor’s yard. Often, above ground pools will have a plug or some type of special drain to allow you to safely remove the water.
Once the water has been removed from the pool, carefully climb into the pool and hose off the liner to remove any buildup of dirt, pollen, and debris.
- Determine Where the Pool Will Go and Prepare the Site
Now, you need to determine where the pool will go at your new location and you need to prepare the site for the arrival of the pool. This part is going to take some time, so you must plan in advance before you bring the pool along with you.
When it comes to preparing the site for the pool, you should level the ground where the pool will go and make sure that all rocks and any sharp objects are removed from the ground as they may rip the liner and lead to leaking.
- Start to Take the Pool Apart
Dismantling your pool is not going to be your favorite part of the process, but it must be done. You want to start by removing the ladder and then taking the top rim off from the pool. Continue to work your way around until the rim is off and the pool wall is left.
One thing that will help is for you to label each piece of a pool to make sure you remember where it all goes. Once the rim is removed, you will need to remove the liner from the interior of the pool. You can roll the liner, but be cautious as it may rip easily. If you do not want to have to worry about the liner, simply replace it.
Next, you need to roll up the walls of the pool and remove any bottom rails, parts, and plates. Make sure you keep all of the small hardware together.
- Move the Pieces Carefully and Put Together
Now that the pool is dismantled, you can move all of the pieces carefully to the new location and start to rebuild your pool. If you labeled everything and kept all of the parts together, this process should be quick and easy.
If you are moving from one home to the next and want to take your above ground pool with you, the above guide can help you quickly move your pool without any hassle or delay.
