Answer
Sep 29, 2026 - 10:58 AM
The winterizing accessories you will need to purchase to close your above ground pool at the end of the season include the following:
- Pool Winter Cover
- Winterizing Chemical Kit
- Skimmer Winterizing Plate
- Threaded Winterizing Plug For Standard Return
- Air Pillow (Ice Compensator)
If you need to purchase all of these items to close your pool, you can view our selection of complete Pool Closing Packages by clicking this link.
We also strongly recommend utilizing a cover pump to remove excess water from the top of your winter cover. This will help remove unwanted stress from the swimming pool and the winter cover. You can view our selection of cover pumps by clicking this link.
All of our swimming pools are made to stay up and filled with water year round even in colder areas. Our pools are also made to withstand cold and harsh winters as long as they're winterized properly and will hold up well in any climate. Here are some articles you may find very helpful when you're ready to winterize a swimming pool:
You will also have to follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper winterizing steps for your filter system.
