How Long Do Intex Pools Last? After all fun in the sun is why we buy an above ground pool in the first place. Well there are a lot of “moving parts” here so it’s hard to be really specific. But a steel sided pool could easily last up to 8 years, and expect an Intex pool to last at least 3 – 5 years with the right maintenance and storage. We would definitely recommend thinking about that as an “add value” option if the Intex pool selected doesn’t come with it as standard. Some people say that assembly requires alcohol to calm the nerves. These pools have a fill line that is approximately 80% of its total capacity. Include a copy of your original sales receipt to show your proof of purchase. Any credit due will be put back on the original credit card. Don’t expect a refund for any part of the return fees. The larger ones have many of the same features as the Ultra Frame Pools, but the frames aren’t as robust and will rust a little faster. Firstly, we don’t have to spend money on filtration or circulation systems. We get an efficient Krystal clear cartridge filter pump. Its power is enough to refresh 1718 gallons of water, and dual suction outlet fittings provide improved water circulation. The method is time-consuming, but the result is a stable and long-serving pool. All above ground pools, including frame models, should be installed only on a flat, even surface. However, while one pool demands thorough ground preparation, another basin takes it much easier. We’ve reviewed some brilliant above ground pools as well as some great paddling and splash pools too. These pools range from smaller, shallower pools for young children up to large rectangular pools that will accommodate the whole family plus some friends. Unlike Tradition cemented swimming Pools, Our Intex Portable Swimming Pools don’t need any pump or motor to drain the used dirty water. There are two plugs out side, you can use them to drain to anywhere you want. In tradition cemented pools you need a pump to drain the water. In preparation for freezing temperatures, an in-ground swimming pool's pipes must be emptied. An above-ground pool should also be closed, so that ice does not drag down the pool wall, collapsing its structure. The plumbing is sealed with air, typically with rubber plugs, to prevent cracking from freezing water. The pool is typically covered to prevent leaves and other debris from falling in. Add the right dosage of this product during evening hours while the filter pump is running. Instead of all-around legs, these pools use a snap-on frame that provides support where it’s needed most without taking up extra space. More durable than Easy Set model, this circular pool boasts a strong frame of powder-coated steel to resist rust and weathering. It also sports a band of reinforced polymer material that circles the whole pool like a girdle for extra support—something we wish we could get when swimsuit season rolls around. Intex pumps also have a built-in ground fault circuit interrupter that automatically shuts down the pump if any electrical current is exposed to water. The last two ultra XTR frame pools offer an improved filtration system. Thus, instead of cartridges, you’ll get a Krystal sand filter pump.