I can't believe in just a few short weeks it'll be time to start thinking about closing for the season.

This year I had to replace my pump and it got me thinking how I might extend the life of the pump and filter. Since the pool was installed in 2004 the equipment was just left exposed. I know removing the pump and storing it indoors is one way to extend it's life, but that is such a PIA for me and I don't like messing with electricity if I can help it. The filter (DE) is also looking a bit weather beaten although it's still working fine.

Would just covering the pump and filter with a tarp for the winter help?