What kind of pump do I need to empty my pool?

Submersible Pumps

If you've ever needed to drain your pool, it's likely you've already encountered a submersible pump. A submersible pump, as the name implies, operates while fully submerged in water. These pumps feature a lot of horsepower, and primarily drain the water safely from swimming pools and spas.

Can you use filter pump to empty pool?

Never Use the Pool Pump to Drain the Pool

You might've seen advice here and there on the internet saying that to drain your pool, all you need to do is put your filter in backwash or waste mode, and use the pump to pull water out of the pool. We do not recommend this method.

What size sump pump do I need to drain pool?

For most average-sized homes in areas with average water tables, a 1/3 HP sump pump should be sufficient. Typically, 1/3 HP pumps can handle 7' – 10' vertical lifts from the sump pit if they have one 90-degree elbow and a horizontal pipe run between 3 feet and 25 feet.

Can I use a sump pump to empty a pool?

Sometimes you need to drain your pool fast – that is when you need a drainage sump pump. This type of pump drops to the bottom of the pool and pumps water out via a hose. They are much more powerful than cover pumps since they have to pump water much higher and are normally made of solid metal instead of thermoplastic.

Do you really need a pool vacuum?

All pools both above ground and in-ground need to be vacuumed. Theoretically you can abandon all vacuuming duties, but watch your pool water look disgusting, dirty and cloudy. The process of vacuuming keeps chemicals working their best and increases the desire and appeal, especially on a hot summer day.

How to Drain Water From an In-Ground Pool With a Drain at the Bottom : Pool Maintenance

Can you drain a pool with a garden hose?

Put one end of your garden hose inside the port. Thread the hose to the back of your house. Attach the other end of the garden hose to a submersion pump and place the hose and pump in the deepest area of your pool, near the drain. The pool will begin to drain.

How do I drain the water from my above ground pool?

All you need is a medium-size water or vacuum pump. Unroll the pump's intake hose so that it reaches the center of the pool (or as close to it as possible), and submerge it in the pool. Place the outlet hose so the exiting water doesn't flood the area, but drains off away from the pool.

Can I drain my pool water on the lawn?

Pool water is perfectly safe for grass in small levels. If you want to drain your pool onto your lawn, make sure to properly dilute the chlorine level. Be careful not to flood your lawn while draining, because that can kill the grass.

What can I use to pump out water?

Utility pumps are used for short-term purposes or emergencies to transfer liquids from one place to another. If you're just moving water, go with a utility pump. However, if the water contains debris or solids, go with a trash pump or sewage pump, instead.

How do you remove sediment from bottom of pool?

If there has been a serious invasion of excess dirt and debris, you may also need to shock your pool. Vacuuming is recognized as the only way to remove sediment from the bottom of a pool.

Can you use a shop vac to vacuum a pool?

Although you normally clean your pool with a manual pool vacuum or a vacuum device often called a "creepy crawler,'' you can clean it with a standard wet/dry shop vac.