Winter Pool
Safety Covers
Winter pool covers offer a combination of safety, maintenance, and cost-related advantages, making them a popular choice among pool owners living in the New Jersey, New York, Eastern Pennsylvania, and Connecticut area looking to protect their investment and ensure a hassle-free pool opening when warmer weather returns.
In addition to the many benefits winter pool covers provide they also provide an aesthetically pleasing feature to the backyard when the pool is closed.
Safe for kids and pets
Keeps the pool clean
Reduces Algae growth
Reduces Maintenance
Types of Pool Covers
There are three types of materials that are commonly used in the manufacturing of winter pool covers, namely Mesh, Solid (sometimes called “Hard Covers” and a hybrid between the two called a High Density Mesh. When installed properly all three of these materials should provide a safe environment for the family and pets.
The main differences between a mesh safety cover and a solid safety cover is how the water that collects on top of the cover from rain, or snow melt, gets treated. In the case of the mesh materials the water will seep through the cover, whereas, a solid cover is non-porous and the water must be eliminated through the use of a pump on top of the cover, or, the cover must be manufactured with a drain panel to allow the standing water to enter the pool. The following illustrates some of the differences and results you may expect from the different materials:
| Material | Mesh Pool Cover | Solid Pool Cover | High-Density Mesh Pool Cover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | – Prevents water accumulation – Allows rain and melting snow to pass through, reducing the risk of drowning – Offers support, reducing the risk of accidental falls | – Prevents access to the pool water – Strong barrier, reducing the risk of drowning – Supports the weight of people and pets | – Combines features of mesh and solid covers – Allows water to pass through while offering stronger support – Reduces the risk of drowning |
| Debris Prevention | – Provides effective debris prevention – Requires less maintenance – May allow smaller debris to enter pool | – Blocks debris effectively – Reduces the need for frequent cleaning – Acts as a protective barrier against leaves and debris | – Provides effective debris prevention – Similar to solid covers in blocking larger debris – May allow fine debris to pass through |
| Algae Prevention | – Allows some sunlight to penetrate, possibility of algae growth | – Blocks sunlight, preventing algae growth – Requires chemical treatment to maintain water quality |
– Blocks sunlight like a solid cover, preventing algae growth – May require less chemical treatment compared to traditional mesh covers |
| Weight and Durability | – Generally lightweight and easy to handle – Often will outlast a solid cover | – Heavy and durable, providing long-lasting protection – Resistant to harsh weather conditions | – Combines durability with some weight advantages – Resistant to wear and tear – Suitable for various weather conditions |
| Maintenance and Cleaning | – Requires less maintenance but may need occasional cleaning – Easy to remove and store | – More maintenance but may require occasional cleaning – Removal and storage can be more challenging due to weight | – Requires moderate maintenance – Similar to mesh covers in terms of cleaning – Easier to handle compared to traditional solid covers |
| Cost | – Typically more affordable upfront – Can result in cost savings over time | – Higher upfront cost but may offer long-term savings in maintenance and water | – About the same as a solid cover – Offers a balance between affordability and long-term benefits |
Why Choose
Pool Safety Systems?
We are not your typical dealer that offers just one brand of cover, with a one size fits all mentality. We know from decades of experience in the pool cover industry that there are options that customers may, or, may not, want that’s why we offer choices in pool cover brands. We know that some customers may prefer a particular brand of pool cover because they may have had good experience with that cover, or, on the other hand may want to change because the pool cover may not have lived up to their expectations. We are truly unique when it comes to pool cover buying experience, because we offer different brands of pool covers to choose from. Giving you the freedom to choose the best options that make sense for you.
We have a variety of manufactures to choose from with a color selection that will compliment any backyard. Our computerized measuring app guarantees that the cover will fit and be safe for children and pets. Since we deal directly with the manufacture our covers arrive faster and but more importantly the communication between the measuring team, the design team and the installation team is seamless reducing delays and errors. That’s why some of the nations largest pool builders and many award winning pool builders use Pool Safety Systems to measure and install pool covers for their customer’s pools. In many cases, pool cover manufacturers have also engaged Pool Safety Systems to assist in the installation of very complex pool covers because they know we have the experience and the knowledge to make the cover fit perfectly.
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What does
A pool cover cost?
You are just a few clicks away of calculating the cost of a pool cover. We will ask you just a few questions to get started. You will need to provide us with some details regarding your pool such as, the shape of the pool, any special features like a waterfall, or raised wall, any additional special features like a raised spa, the spa dimensions, obstructions like dive rocks, dive stands, raised steps, permanent handrails, rocks and other permanent obstructions of any type within 18” from the pool.
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Keep in mind, that the age of your pool cover may dictate if the cover could be repaired and be considered safe by the manufacturer. We suggest that you reach out to us first to see if the repair will be made before trying to ship it out for repair. If it is deemed “non-repairable” you will have to pay shipping costs and inspection costs that could be expensive. It’s prudent that you know what your options are before you send out your pool cover for repair. We suggest that you get a replacement price in addition to a repair price in the event the cover is considered non-safe by the manufacturer and repairing it is not an option.