HOW TO PROPERLY DRAIN YOUR POOL
- Sanitary Sewer Drainage (Preferred Method): In most cases, draining the water into the sanitary sewer is the best option. In-ground pools usually have a drainage inlet near the pool equipment for the purpose of pool drainage. Pools without such plumbing can be drained into a sanitary sewer line connected to your home. If uncertain, consult a licensed plumber or contact our team of pool professionals to assist you in the draining process.
- Street Gutter or Storm Drain (if permitted): Check with regulations in your area before draining your pool. Confirm you can drain pool water into the street gutter or storm drain. Be sure the water is dechlorinated first. Test the pool water using a pool test kit to confirm chlorine levels below 0.1 ppm and pH between 6.5 and 8.5. This method is suitable only if it meets specific criteria and doesn’t cause issues like erosion or flooding.
- Reuse for Irrigation: In some instances pool owners can use drained pool water, if dechlorinated, to water robust plants, saturate dry ground, or dampen rock and mulch areas. Manage the discharge rate to prevent downstream problems. Pool owners should help reuse water, but be cautious and informed of how to manage this process.
In review, it is important to remember, proper dechlorination is absolutely crucial before draining the water. If you are unsure about the steps to take in this process, please consult our professionals at Pool Smart Orange County. We aim to ensure responsibility when draining pools. While we do not offer draining services. We can offer our team of experts to assist you in pool drainage and other pool-related services and repairs. Call us today at (833) 462-7665.
The Pool Smart Orange County family looks forward to hearing from you and assisting you in all of your pool care needs.
