🍁 Fall Pool Maintenance in North Texas: Your End-of-Season Checklist

Oct 19

As the Texas heat starts to fade (finally!), it’s time to give your pool a little TLC before the cooler weather sets in. Fall is the perfect season to reset, refresh, and prepare your pool for a smooth winter. Whether you’re in McKinney, Melissa, Lucas, Frisco, Allen, Prosper, Fairview, or Anna, this guide from Patriot Pool Service will walk you through the key steps to keep your pool crystal clear and protected all season long.

💧 1. Skim, Scoop, and Sweep Away the Season

Leaves, acorns, and debris are the biggest culprits of cloudy fall water. 🍂 Regularly skim the surface, vacuum the pool floor, and brush down the walls to prevent buildup. When leaves settle too long, they break down and throw off your water chemistry - not to mention clog your filter.

💡 Pro Tip: If your pool sits under trees, invest in a leaf net cover or schedule a weekly cleaning to stay ahead of the mess.

⚖️ 2. Balance Your Water Chemistry

As temperatures drop, your pool’s chemical balance shifts too. Cooler water slows chlorine activity, which can lead to algae growth if not monitored.

Test and adjust the following levels regularly:

✅ pH: 7.4 – 7.6
✅ Alkalinity: 100 – 150 ppm
✅ Chlorine: 1 – 3 ppm
✅ Calcium hardness: 200 – 400 ppm

💧 Balanced water keeps your surfaces protected and your equipment running efficiently.

🧽 3. Clean or Backwash Your Filter

Your filter has worked hard all summer - now’s the time to show it some love. Whether you have cartridge, DE, or sand filters, a deep clean or backwash will improve water clarity and flow.

If you’re noticing slow pressure or cloudy water, it’s time for a professional inspection. Our certified team in McKinney and Frisco can help ensure your system is ready for the off-season.

⚙️ 4. Inspect Pumps, Heaters & Pool Equipment

Fall is ideal for preventative maintenance. 🧰 Have Patriot Pool Service check your pump seals, heater performance, and automation systems to make sure everything’s running efficiently before the cold sets in.

✨ Bonus: Many homeowners in Allen, Prosper, and Fairview schedule heater tune-ups in October to enjoy warm spa nights all winter long!

🌬️ 5. Protect Against the Texas Freeze

We may not see snow often in North Texas, but when temperatures dip - pipes can still freeze! ❄️
Be sure to:

Set your freeze guard properly.
Keep pumps running during cold snaps.
Insulate exposed pipes and valves.

If you’re unsure whether your setup is protected, Patriot Pool Service offers winter readiness inspections for peace of mind across Collin County, and surrounding areas.

🧼 6. Don’t Forget the Details

A few small extras make a big difference this time of year:

Empty and clean out skimmer baskets regularly.
Lower your water level slightly if rain is in the forecast.
Remove pool toys and store them in a dry area.
Trim nearby trees to reduce falling debris.

These quick tasks prevent headaches (and extra cleaning!) later on.

🌟 Fall in Love With a Hassle-Free Pool

🍂 Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in North Texas - don’t spend it stressing about your pool. Let Patriot Pool Service handle your seasonal care so you can relax and enjoy the cooler weather.

👉 Serving McKinney, Frisco, Allen, Prosper, Fairview, Lucas, Anna, and Collin County, our expert team specializes in professional maintenance, and repairs all year long.

Schedule your Fall Pool Maintenance Plan today!
📞 Call or text Patriot Pool Service for your customized quote - and keep your pool sparkling through every season.