Last weekend I decided to finally drain our old pool, but um... it turned into a muddy disaster real quick. Water went everywhere and now my yard looks like a swamp. Has anyone dealt with this kinda mess before?
Had a similar issue a while back, and honestly, draining it all at once might not be the best move. Maybe try pumping it out gradually over a few days? Also, directing the water into a storm drain or street gutter (if your local regs allow it) can save your yard from becoming a swamp. On the bright side, if your yard's already muddy, it's a great excuse to rethink your landscaping—maybe add some gravel paths or raised beds to manage drainage better...
I ran into something similar last summer when I had to drain my pool for repairs. Thought I'd be smart and pump it out slowly into the yard, but even doing it gradually turned my lawn into a soggy mess for weeks. Honestly, the grass never fully recovered in some spots.
What ended up working better was diverting the water into a nearby storm drain (checked with the city first, of course). Also, I second the landscaping idea—after that fiasco, I added some gravel pathways and a couple raised garden beds. Not only did it help with drainage, but it actually boosted curb appeal quite a bit. If you're thinking long-term, investing in better drainage solutions now can save you headaches down the road...trust me on that one.
Yeah, storm drain's definitely the way to go if your city allows it. When I drained mine, I tried using a long hose to divert water toward the street—worked pretty well. Landscaping helps too, but honestly, proper drainage is key...learned that lesson the hard way myself.
Storm drain makes sense, but what if your street doesn't have one nearby? I've been thinking about this too since my yard slopes toward the neighbor's place...definitely don't wanna flood their garden beds. Has anyone tried digging a temporary trench or something similar to guide the water away safely? Wondering if that's practical or just asking for more trouble down the line.
