Pool season is finally here! And with it comes the excitement of outdoor fun and relaxation, of course—but also all the hard work that goes into making that dream come true. However, if you’re hoping to get your pool ready to swim in quickly and easily, you’re going to want to avoid dealing with the dreaded task of leveling an above-ground pool by hand. For a much easier option, check out this guide on how to level your above-ground pool without digging!
The first tip
If you’re not familiar with the term, leveling means to get the pool’s water line at the same height on all sides. This is important because if one side is higher than another, it can create an uneven surface that isn’t safe for swimmers.
The second tip
A quick and easy way to level the pool is by using a laser level. If you don’t have one, you can also use a long piece of string or wire that’s made from metal and then tie it loosely from one end of the pool (e.g., the deep end) to the other (e.g., the shallow end). The wire will form an X if it’s cut in half at its midpoint, so keep adjusting it until the two halves are equal in length.
The third tip
There are many things you can do on your own without having to call in the professionals. The following are some steps for leveling an above-ground pool that may be useful:
1. Put blocks under the low side of the pool so that the water spills over and goes into the high side. 2. Fill up buckets or any other container with water and pour it into the empty space in order to shift weight and balance.
Additional pool leveling tips
A pool in the backyard is an excellent way to cool off on hot summer days. However, an unlevel pool can be frustrating, not to mention dangerous. Luckily, there are many ways you can level your above-ground pool without digging and using just some common household items. If you have steps leading up to the pool or are planning on adding a deck, first use those as reference points for leveling the pool. If that doesn’t work, place pieces of plywood over each end of the pool (lengthwise) and make adjustments until it is at least mostly level with each other. You may also need help from one person pushing down at one end while another person pulls up at the other end to adjust height as needed.
