Here's some ways to prevent freeze damage to your pool equipment:

1. Run the filter pump whenever temps are forecast to be freezing. If you have a booster pump for a pool cleaner or waterfall, make sure water is flowing through them also. Two speed pumps can be operated on low speed, water does not need to move fast to be kept from freezing, it just has to be in motion.

2. All valves should be at least partially open to allow for some flow through all pipes and equipment.

3. Wrapping pipes with a heat coil or with heavy insulation can prevent freeze damage, but be sure that all areas are receiving warmth.

4. Using controls with freeze sensors automates freeze protection. Attached to your time clock or controller, a sensor will turn the pump(s) on automatically when temperatures fall below 40 degrees. Make sure each before winter, the sensors are still functioning. A loose or broken wire can easily cause your equipment to fail. Call All Clear Pool and Spa for assistance.

5. Another alternative is to simply drain the above grade pool equipment (make sure timer clock won't turn pump on). Remove pump drain plugs, filter drain plugs, heater drain plugs, etc.