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Just wondering if it is a MUST or not to take the steps and pad out during closing/winter months? I understand the rails (which won't be put on anyway till next season) have to be off for covering, but I wanted some advice on this.
Thanks again all........Hope to see some advise again.
They'll probably crack when the water freezes if you leave them in.
What part of the US are you talking? I live in southern illinois and the wintery weather is pretty mild.Quote:
Originally Posted by AnnaK
It does hit below freezing sometimes, but not too often. I will probably take them out anyway then?????????
It all depends on the amount of ice you could get in a worst case scenario - if it's an inch or less, I would not take them out.
Looking at the average temperatures recorded at Williamson County Regional it was below 30 F from January to the end of March this year. If it were my pool, I'd take the steps out.
I ALWAYS remove my steps at the end of the season (which sadly is fast approaching). I store them in my shed and replace them in the spring.
I just don't want a problem like broken steps or worse, a torn liner.