Categories for: Water Loss

Is My Pool Losing Water Because of Summer Heat or Do I Have a Leak?


June 17, 2026

Every summer, pool owners ask the same question: “It’s been extremely hot lately. Is my pool losing water because of evaporation, or do I actually have a leak?” And it’s a good question! Summer brings higher temperatures, stronger sunlight, increased pool usage, and more evaporation. At the same time, summer is also one of the busiest seasons for pool leak... View More

Pool Losing Water Overnight? Here’s What It Could Mean


March 18, 2026

If you check your pool in the morning and notice the water level has dropped overnight, it can be alarming. While some water loss is normal due to evaporation, significant overnight water loss often points to a problem that shouldn’t be ignored. Because temperatures are cooler and the sun isn’t evaporating water at night, noticeable water loss between evening and... View More

How much water is my pool losing?

October 27, 2011

Calculating water surface area (Sq. Ft. of Pool): Length of Pool x Width of Pool = Surface Area of Pool Example: 18 x 36 = 648 square feet (water surface area) Calculating make-up water (refilling due to leak): (Inches of Water) x (Pool Surface Area in Sq. Ft.) x (.625) = gallons/water Example: Oh My!!  My pool water dropped 2... View More