{"product_id":"pool-essentials-pe035-winter-skimmer-guard-10-5-in-pool","title":"Pool Essentials pe035 Winter Skimmer Guard 10.5 in Pool","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe POOL ESSENTIALS pe035 is a winter skimmer guard designed to protect swimming pool skimmer housings during the off-season. Commonly called The Compensator, this guard inserts into the skimmer opening and absorbs ice expansion pressure, helping prevent cracking or damage to the skimmer body during freeze-thaw cycles. Sized at 10.5 inches, it fits standard residential pool skimmer openings and is installed by pool service professionals or knowledgeable pool owners as part of a seasonal winterization procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis skimmer guard is used during pool closing season on in-ground or above-ground residential swimming pools. It is placed inside the skimmer throat before the pool is winterized to allow water to freeze and expand without transferring damaging pressure to the plastic skimmer housing. It is a standard component in cold-climate pool winterization kits and is typically paired with a winter cover and plumbing antifreeze procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10.5-inch size fits standard residential pool skimmer openings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAbsorbs ice expansion pressure during winter freeze-thaw cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps prevent cracking and structural damage to skimmer housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for seasonal installation as part of pool winterization\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStraightforward insert-style installation requiring no tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement winter skimmer guard for standard residential swimming pool skimmer openings measuring approximately 10.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePool service technicians install this guard during the annual pool closing process. The pool pump and filtration system should be fully shut down and the lines blown out or drained before placing the skimmer guard. Insert the guard firmly into the skimmer throat so it seats evenly before applying any winter cover. Follow local codes and manufacturer winterization guidelines for complete seasonal closure procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Swimming pool winter skimmer protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: POOL ESSENTIALS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: pe035\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"POOL ESSENTIALS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51138476048690,"sku":"PE035","price":32.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/305531856.jpg?v=1778257334","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/pool-essentials-pe035-winter-skimmer-guard-10-5-in-pool","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}