How to Manually Vacuum an Above Ground Pool | Pro Tips from Patio Pleasures

Tired of seeing dirt on the bottom of your pool? Kim from Patio Pleasures walks you through a step-by-step tutorial on how to manually vacuum your above ground pool like a pro. In this video, we cover everything from essential equipment—like the skim vac (vacuum plate), telescoping pole, and swivel-end hoses—to the "secret" of priming your hose to ensure you don't lose suction. Kim also demonstrates the proper technique for moving the vacuum head to ensure you actually pick up debris instead of just stirring it up! What you’ll learn: Equipment Check: Why the swivel end of your hose MUST connect to the vacuum plate (not the skimmer!). Priming the Hose: How to remove air from the line so your vacuum actually works. The "Weir Door" Step: A quick tip on prepping your skimmer for the vacuum plate. Vacuuming Technique: Why slow and steady wins the race when cleaning the pool floor. Post-Vacuum Care: How to safely remove equipment and why you should always clean your basket immediately after. Tired of the DIY struggle? If maintaining your pool has become a major pain point, let us handle it for you! 📲 TEXT US at 608-440-2161 to sign up for our professional maintenance services and spend your summer swimming, not cleaning. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Introduction & Equipment Needed 0:35 – The "Swivel End" Secret: Correct Hose Setup 0:58 – Prepping the Skimmer & Weir Door 1:35 – How to Prime Your Vacuum Hose (Removing Air) 2:27 – Connecting to the Skimmer & Adjusting Suction 2:48 – Pro Technique: How to Manually Vacuum Debris 4:05 – Safe Equipment Removal (Shutting off the Pump) 4:44 – Final Cleanup & Reinstalling the Weir Door 5:14 – Manual vs. Robotic Cleaners: Which is right for you?