How to Winterize an Above Ground Pool (Complete Pool Closing Guide)

Ready to close your pool for winter? In this video, I walk through my complete process for winterizing and closing an above ground pool so it is ready for the off-season. I'll show each step I take, including preparing the pool, lowering the water level, installing the pool pillow, adding winterizing chemicals, and installing the winter cover. This process works great for above ground pools, Intex pools, and backyard swimming pools and is a simple DIY way to protect your pool during the winter months. I also share the products I use, including the Poolhacker Winterizing Kit, Pool Pillow, and Winter Cover, which help make the closing process easier. Related Pool Videos: 2024 Pool Closing:    • The Easiest Way to Winterize an Above Grou...   2025 Pool Opening:    • I Opened My Pool After Winter Using Poolha...   SummerBuddy Winter Cover Review:    • I Tested a New Above Ground Pool Cover Wit...   Products Used: Poolhacker Winterizing Kit Capsules: https://amzn.to/3KB8nSA Poolhacker Pool Pillows: https://amzn.to/48fmLdg or https://amzn.to/4mGJClf Poolhacker Winter Covers: 15' - https://amzn.to/3AmGYPt 18' - https://amzn.to/3NHF1QI 24' - https://amzn.to/3YFS8Zf 28' - https://amzn.to/3A1i204 30' - https://amzn.to/3BVCRKW Other Pool Products I Use: Intex Sand Filter – https://amzn.to/3Wc5sBR Pool Fountain – https://amzn.to/4cIgF4g Pool Solar Light – https://amzn.to/4o4yW13 Pool Sand – https://amzn.to/4d9g9vR Wireless Pool Thermometer – https://amzn.to/3zJZeBH PoolBoy Sports Elite Basketball Goal – https://amzn.to/44H5TZt Chlorine Dispenser Float – https://amzn.to/3ZOqedK 14" (1.5" Diameter) Pool Hose – https://amzn.to/3Y2NkNA 59" (1.5" Diameter) Pool Hose – https://amzn.to/4d9fYAH Hose Adapters – https://amzn.to/46i2rVy Flocculant – https://amzn.to/3zWxpGA Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:56 Prep 02:11 Water Lowering 03:13 Pool Pillow 04:50 Pool Chlorination 05:10 Poolhacker Winterizing Kit 08:56 Winter Cover 14:02 Outro If you enjoy DIY projects, pool maintenance, product reviews, and outdoor upgrades, be sure to subscribe for more videos. Email for Collaborations: BackroadsDIY@gmail.com