Vinyl Lined Pool Repair

Why Vinyl is more popular than ever

With a vinyl pool liner, you don’t have to worry about much. It’s popular for its proven durability and longevity, beating out most other options for many homeowners around the world. They’re beautiful, colorful, and smooth to the touch, withstanding the elements for longer than its competitors.

However, that star rated performance will only apply if the liner is well looked after. While the material is used in applications from machinery to medical supplies, no material is perfect, and things can start to degrade over time.

When to call a professional

Some common issues to watch out for with vinyl lined pools include:

• Faded Liners: Overtime, the sun will bleach the richness of color from just about anything, including your vinyl liner. The areas that will be affected the most will be those closest to the waterline and above it. Other factors can also bleach out the liner, like undissolved pool shock and over-chlorinated water.

• Leaking Pool Liners: Any liner is at risk to be ripped, torn, or punctured. However, depending on the size and shape of the fault in the liner, it can be a difficult task to find them. Often, a professional will have to don scuba gear and inspect the pool close up to find the issue. Some holes, rips, and tears can be easily patched and will last for several years before needing to be replaced.

• Wrinkles in the Liner: These are often caused during installation, but are also caused by erosion from underneath the liner itself. This can be a serious problem if there are multiple wrinkles in the liner, because they create areas that are more likely to be snagged by cleaning equipment, and potentially causing a leak. They can also trap sediment and debris in the water, while also providing a foothold for algae and bacteria to grow.

All of these are issues that can be quickly and efficiently handled by a pool professional, allowing you to breathe easy and enjoy your pool for years to come.

If you’ve been looking for repairs on your vinyl pool liner, the experts here at HomePro Match are just a call or click away!