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Seasonal

Drain and Winterize Outdoor Fountain or Water Feature

EASY30 minSeasonalPart of Fall Maintenance

Why It Matters

Freezing water cracks basins, destroys pumps, and shatters stone features. Draining before winter saves expensive replacements.

Quick Guide

  1. 1

    Gather your tools and materials

    You'll need: basic tools. Materials required: Fountain cover.

  2. 2

    Perform the drain and winterize outdoor fountain or water feature

    Drain pumps and basins, clean and cover outdoor fountains or water features before freezing weather.

  3. 3

    Verify and clean up

    Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace.

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Tools & Materials

Materials

  • Fountain cover