New Pool with Zero CYA - Should I add Stabilizer before closing for winter?

[gjpatt]

Our AGP was installed 2 weeks ago and my new TF-Pro kit is showing zero CYA. Should I get this up before closing for the winter? I probably only have ~2 weeks left in our season.

 

[Texas Splash]

Welcome to TFP! Yes, you should add stabilizer. Without it, the chlorine is exponentially stronger and you don't want that on the liner. We recommend a minimum CYA or 30. Some CYA may degrade over the winter, and some may disappear during your closing process and/or snow/rain accumulations, but a CYA in the 30-40 range should do well.

 

[Texas Splash]

Below just in case you haven't already seen it. Also be sure to visit our Pool Care Basics page.

Closing (Winterizing) Your Above Ground Pool

Closing an above ground pool at season’s end should be a fast and worry-free process. Learn the basics of above ground pool winterization in easy steps.

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[gjpatt]

Welcome to TFP! Yes, you should add stabilizer. Without it, the chlorine is exponentially stronger and you don't want that on the liner. We recommend a minimum CYA or 30. Some CYA may degrade over the winter, and some may disappear during your closing process and/or snow/rain accumulations, but a CYA in the 30-40 range should do well.

Thank you! I'll go pick up some stabilizer and dig up an old sock!