Living in St. Petersburg/Tampa Bay means preparing for the unexpected. While a storm can be stressful, preparing your pool correctly can prevent thousands of dollars in damage, chemical chaos, and debris cleanup.

As your local pool experts, we're here to guide you before, during, and after the storm, ensuring your investment is protected.

Before the Storm: Preparation is Protection

We recommend two critical steps well before a watch or warning is issued:

1. Do NOT Drain Your Pool

It might seem logical to empty the pool, but a full pool provides necessary weight. Draining an inground pool can cause it to pop out of the ground due to rising groundwater pressure, leading to catastrophic structural damage. Only lower the water level slightly to account for heavy rainfall (about 1-2 feet below the skimmer).

2. Secure All Loose Items

Anything that can become a projectile must be removed. This includes:

Pool furniture, umbrellas, and toys.
Cleaning equipment (nets, brushes, vacuums).
Chemical containers (store these securely indoors, away from water).
Solar blankets and pool covers.

After the Storm: Assessing the Damage

Once the storm has passed and it is safe to do so, our service focuses on getting your pool running and safe again:

1. Safety First

Do not swim in the pool until power is restored and the water has been properly tested and treated. Avoid touching any pool equipment until you're certain the power is off at the breaker to prevent electrocution risk from downed lines or surges.

2. Debris and Water Restoration

Our post-storm service includes:

Debris Removal: Safely netting large objects and debris that may have landed in the water.
Chemical Rebalancing: Heavy rainfall drastically alters your pool water chemistry and pH. We test the water and perform the necessary shock and adjustments to prevent a severe algae bloom.
Equipment Check: Inspecting your pool pump and pool filter for wind or water damage before turning the power back on.

Hurricane Response Service

Preparing for a storm is tough enough without worrying about the pool. Let our trained technicians handle the high-risk preparation and the complex cleanup.

We offer priority scheduling for all clients needing urgent pre- and post-storm service.

Call us today to discuss our Hurricane Preparation and Cleanup Packages!

Is Your Pool Hurricane Ready? We've Got You Covered.