THE FIRST WINTER WITH A POOL (Question)

Hey Al,

I purchased a house early this summer, and it came with an aboveground pool. This pool has a deck all the way around it, and a heater as well. The previous owner said they used the pool to the end of September every year, before they winterized it. I have never had a pool before and I am not sure I understand what is involved in winterizing my pool.
Is this something I can do myself, or do I need to have a pool company do it?
Can you give me an idea of what this entails?

Thanks

Frank

See post tomorrow for answer.