Nobody likes having a leaky pool, and when your pool liner is damaged or needs replacing, it’s important that the pool repairs are handled immediately. Pool service professionals will be trained and know how to handle pool liner replacement.
The pool needs to be drained, and any decorations, lights, or other fixtures need to be removed. After the vinyl liner is removed, generally it gets cut into smaller pieces for portability, and so that they can be stored more easily for recycling.
The walls and floor of the pool should be examined for any signs of rest or discoloration. If the pool exterior has a sand floor, spotting signs of leaks is easy – just look for any discolored sand, or muddy spots. If concrete is used instead, it should be inspected for cracks, corrosion or other damage. Cracks can be fixed by being filled and smoothed.
A new liner is carried and put into place, but it should not be dragged across the surface of the pool’s bottom before being dropped into place. The skimmer holes are closed, and a vacuum is used that draws the liner down and creates a tight fit. Once a the liner is sealed, holes are cut for the drain. Now the pool can be filled – once several inches of water are in the shallow end of the pool, the liner’s vacuum is removed and the liner is resealed around the vacuum hole where the hose was used. The pool is filled with water from available garden hoses, and the skimmer holes are unblocked so that water can get in and allow the pumping system to be used again.
