Just opened my pool a couple of days ago for our 3rd season, and noticed the water level was lower than the previous 2 years. After a couple of days of it being open this year, I’ve been noticed the water level dropping approx 1” each morning. I then noticed a fairly large crack in the bottom of my skimmer, could this be causing the water loss? And any recommendations on how to repair the issue? I’ve read a few other threads on here that recommended JB water weld as it can be used under water?
Crack in bottom of skimmer
- Thread starter Jer34
- Start date
- Jun 22, 2014
- 47,855
- Pool Size
- 17888
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
You might try some epoxy on that crack. I can't quite tell from the pic, but hopefully you can get enough epoxy on it to where it doesn't interfere with your diverter valve. Below is just one example, but others may reply with other product ideas.
- Jul 21, 2013
- 52,852
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
Skimmer cracks are generally the result of settling/movement around and underneath. Ideally it's best to dig up the area, replace any bad items, and re-pack to prevent further movement. It can be worthwhile trying to fix a skimmer crack with epoxy and seeing if it holds.
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The only true fix is a skimmer replacement. Most pool-leak detection companies are able to do that with minimal damage to the deck.
Repair products members have used include:
The only true fix is a skimmer replacement. Most pool-leak detection companies are able to do that with minimal damage to the deck.
Thank you! I was thinking the best repair would be to replace, but am a bit concerned about the cost and amount of work involved. Will try the epoxy first to see if that holds.
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Just know that continued water leak through there can lead to water soaked soil which can cause lots of additional damage to the area. Be diligent about making sure whatever you do really stops the leak.
Local pool store recommended the A+B, just finished applying it. Doesn’t look too bad? Supposed to take 1 hour to cure so we will see how it holds up. Appreciate all the helpYou might try some epoxy on that crack. I can't quite tell from the pic, but hopefully you can get enough epoxy on it to where it doesn't interfere with your diverter valve. Below is just one example, but others may reply with other product ideas.
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- Jun 22, 2014
- 47,855
- Pool Size
- 17888
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus