One of the most popular pool choices in residential pools is a vinyl pool. This is both durable and carries with it endless design options. Just like any other pool, there are some issues that can arise with your vinyl liner pool though. One of the most common problems with vinyl liner pools is wrinkling. This can happen for a number of different reasons. Metropolitan Pools is here to talk about vinyl liner wrinkles, what causes them, and when you may need to call in professionals to fix it.
Common Causes for Wrinkles in Vinyl Pool Liners
If you have noticed you have some wrinkles in your once smooth, vinyl liner, they could be there for several reasons. The first step in fixing the problem is to figure out what is causing it to happen in the first place.
– Installation Issues: It is vital that your vinyl liner pool is installed professionally. If it isn’t installed properly, it can cause problems like wrinkling in the liner. When the liner is installed properly, it should be snug against the walls with no creases or wrinkles noticeable. It is important that the liner is the right size for the pool as well.
– Chemical Imbalance: The water in your pool needs to have proper water chemistry to keep your pool from wrinkling. If you have low pH levels and high calcium levels, it can cause liner wrinkles. If there is chlorine or pool shock that sits on the bottom of your pool and isn’t dissolving in the water, it can degrade the liner as well and cause it to pucker.
– Water Level Fluctuations: The level of the water in your pool might fluctuate because of rain or flooding and it can cause water to get underneath the liner. When the water evaporates, the liner will attempt to shrink back down and wrinkles may form.
– Temperature Changes: Temperature can play a role in your liner as well. When the temperature is cold, it can cause the liner to expand. When the air heats back up, the liner may shrink back. Over time, the shrinking and expanding can cause your liner to develop wrinkles. Putting a pool cover over your pool can help you keep the water temperature at an even level to help you avoid this issue.
– Draining or Leaking: If you completely drain your pool or it has sprung a leak, this can damage the liner. When your pool is filled with water, this is what helps keep the pool’s shape and leaves it wrinkle free.
Vinyl Pool Installation, Repair, Maintenance & More in Sandusky, Lorain, Elyria, Medina, Parma, Mentor, Akron & Greater Cleveland, Ohio
If you have wrinkles in your vinyl pool, it’s time to call on the professionals at Metropolitan Pools to come take a look. We can help you with repairs as well as vinyl liner replacements if necessary. We want to work with our customers to ensure their pools are ready for the summer season and endless fun. Call us today!