Opening & Closing Services
Pools Don’t Take Time Off — But You Should
If you’ve owned a pool for more than a year, you already know how Georgia’s seasons can play tricks on you. One week it’s warm enough to swim, and two weeks later you’re covering pipes to keep them from freezing.
Proper seasonal pool opening and closing isn’t just about convenience — it’s about protecting your investment. At My Aqua Fun Pools, we help homeowners across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia make the seasonal transitions smoothly so you can enjoy the swimming months and rest easy during the off-season.
Why Seasonal Service Matters in Georgia
Our region sits right in the middle — not quite the deep South where pools run year-round, but not as cold as Tennessee where everything shuts down in October. That makes timing and technique critical.
- Opening too early can mean battling pollen and unbalanced water.
- Closing too late risks freeze damage to pumps and pipes.
- Skipping either step? That’s a recipe for repairs in the spring.
Seasonal care keeps your system running efficiently, extends the life of your equipment, and saves you money on chemicals and repairs.
Spring Pool Opening — Getting Back to Blue Water
When spring rolls around and the pollen starts coating every surface in sight, we know it’s time to bring pools back to life. Aqua Fun’s opening service includes everything needed to get your water ready for those first warm weekends.
What We Do During a Spring Opening
- Remove and Clean the Cover – We carefully remove debris, clean, and fold your winter cover for storage.
- Inspect Equipment – Pumps, filters, heaters, and salt cells get checked before start-up.
- Reinstall Fittings & Accessories – Skimmer baskets, return eyeballs, ladders, and handrails go back in.
- Reprime and Start the System – Once filled to the proper level, we restart circulation, checking for leaks or pressure issues.
- Test & Balance Water – We adjust pH, chlorine, alkalinity, and calcium to ideal ranges.
- Shock & Clarify – A deep shock treatment clears winter residue and jump-starts sanitation.
Most homeowners schedule openings between late March and early May, depending on how soon they want to swim. We keep an eye on weather patterns so you don’t open too early and waste chemicals.
Fall Pool Closing — Protecting Your Investment
When the nights start cooling off and the leaves begin to fall, it’s time to think about closing. Even though North Georgia winters are mild, temperatures can still dip low enough to cause pipe or equipment damage if water isn’t properly drained and balanced.
Our Professional Closing Process
- Deep Cleaning – We brush and vacuum to remove debris that could stain or decay over winter.
- Lower Water Level – Draining to just below the skimmer line helps prevent freeze damage.
- Winterize Plumbing – We blow out and plug lines, add antifreeze where necessary, and drain pumps and filters.
- Balance Water Chemistry – Proper pH and algaecide treatment prevent spring stains and algae blooms.
- Cover Installation – Whether it’s a safety cover or tarp-style, we make sure it’s tight, secure, and leaf-resistant.
We also tag any recommended off-season repairs or upgrades, so you can plan for them long before next spring.
Why DIY Pool Openings and Closings Often Go Wrong
We’ve all seen it: a homeowner tries to save a little money by tackling the opening or closing themselves — and ends up calling us a few weeks later because something isn’t circulating right or a heater won’t fire.
Common DIY pitfalls include:
- Forgetting to remove winter plugs or pressure gauges before startup
- Starting pumps dry (burning out the seal)
- Misjudging chemical shock levels
- Not draining equipment fully before freezing weather
- Improperly securing safety covers, letting leaves or debris fall in
Our service eliminates those risks and ensures everything is done safely, quickly, and correctly the first time.
The Georgia Climate Factor
Because our climate can shift fast — a mild December followed by a freezing January — Aqua Fun keeps a close eye on regional weather to help clients time their closings.
Some homeowners in southern Metro Atlanta keep their pools open all winter and just switch to “maintenance mode.” Others in higher elevations or northern counties like Pickens and Gilmer close completely by early November.
Either way, the key is preparation. A properly winterized pool saves headaches, repairs, and murky green water when spring returns.
Pairing Seasonal Service with Regular Maintenance
If you’re already on our weekly pool maintenance plan, we coordinate your opening and closing automatically — same trusted crew, same process. It’s seamless and worry-free.
If you manage your pool yourself during the summer, you can still book openings and closings as standalone services. We’ll get everything running (or shut down) and leave you with clear, step-by-step notes for care between visits.
When to Schedule
We recommend:
- Spring Opening: Late March through early May
- Fall Closing: Mid-October through mid-November
Demand spikes in those windows, so scheduling a few weeks ahead ensures you get your preferred date. We’ll also remind you when it’s time — most of our customers renew their seasonal slots automatically each year.
Wrapping Up
Pool ownership in Georgia should feel easy — not stressful. Aqua Fun’s seasonal opening and closing service is all about giving you peace of mind through every transition. We make sure your water, equipment, and structure are protected so you can focus on enjoying your pool during the months that matter most.
Whether you’re opening early for that first warm weekend or buttoning up before winter’s chill, we handle it all — clean, careful, and built on experience with Georgia’s unpredictable seasons.
Let’s Talk …
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At Aqua Fun, we don’t just build pools — we build relationships that last for seasons to come. Our team takes the time to understand your space, your needs, and how you actually use your backyard. Then we craft solutions that make every swim, soak, or gathering more enjoyable. It’s not about selling you more; it’s about helping you get it right.
If you’ve been thinking about improving, repairing, or re-imagining your pool, let’s talk. We’ll meet you where you are, explain your options clearly, and make sure the whole process feels simple and stress-free. That’s the Aqua Fun way — real people, real care, and results that speak for themselves.
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