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Winterizing & Seasonal Care

Pool Closing Chemicals: The Complete Winterization Checklist

Quiet suburban backyard pool with neutral tones and soft cloudy light.

Closing your pool with the right chemicals in the right order is what separates a clean spring opening from a swamp. This checklist covers every product you need, the correct sequence to add them, and the mistakes most pool owners make when shutting down for winter.

BPS
May 4, 2026

Water Chemistry & Balancing

How Long After Adding Chemicals Can You Swim?

The wait time after adding pool chemicals depends on which chemical you added. Shock requires the longest wait, while pH and alkalinity adjusters need just 30 to 60 minutes. This post breaks down the exact wait times for every common pool chemical so you can swim safely.

BPS
May 3, 2026