Leslie's Tips Episode 3: Pool Draining 101 | Leslie's

If you've never drained your pool before, the thought of doing so can be nerve-racking! There are many questions surrounding pool draining, and today we're going to answer them. In this video, we'll give you answers to all your why, when, and how pool draining questions.

The most common reason why you would drain your pool is because of high TDS. TDS, or Total Dissolved Solids, is the measurement of all dissolved substances in your pool water. When this level gets too high, the only way to lower it is by partially draining your pool. This dilutes the water and lowers the TDS level.

Draining your pool is not as simple as it may sound, and it can severely damage your pool if done incorrectly. Follow the guidelines in this video to ensure you know the best pool draining practices.

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⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:20 Primary Reason for Draining Your Pool
2:49 When You Should Drain Your Pool
3:46 Easiest Way to Drain Your Pool
5:29 Refill Your Drained Pool ASAP
6:00 Renovate or Clean Your Drained Pool

*Leslie’s makes every effort to provide accurate recommendations based upon current ANSI/APSP/ICC-5 2011 (R2022) standards, but codes and regulations change, and Leslie’s assumes no liability for any omissions or errors in this video or the outcome of any project. You must always exercise reasonable caution, carefully read the label on all products, follow all product directions, follow any current codes and regulations that may apply, and consult with a licensed professional if in doubt about any procedures. Leslie’s assumes no legal responsibility for your reliance or interpretation of the data contained herein, and makes no representations or warranties of any kind concerning the quality, safety, or suitability of the information, whether express or implied, including, without limitation, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

[mrfixitusa]

1) How much of this info changes when you're feeling with an above ground pool?

2) Our obove ground pool sat for two winter's and one summer, unused and uncovered. I know some leaves fell in.
Does that mean the "TDS" levels are pretty much certain, to be too high?

3) I've been told that "shock" can bring back "nasty" water that even had tadpoles in it, and there's no need to drain even if it sat this long, has slimy inner lining, dark green water, can't see the bottom etc. (I don't think it has tadpoles, but I know I wouldn't want to jump in that sucker right now!)
Is that true? If a pool is in such condition, is it possible to clean and purify the water? Or should it automatically be drained, then clean & disinfected and refilled & treated?

[thomaspease]

do you guys come out to service the pool

[hdesai]

If my cyanuric acid is 100 should I drain my pool?

[NinjaSushi]

How green is too green because it's the middle of summer and my pool equipment has been broken for two months or more.