Benefits of Automatic Pool Covers
Save Time & Money
An automatic pool cover transforms pool ownership from a time-consuming chore into a convenient and enjoyable experience. You’ll spend more time swimming and relaxing, and less time cleaning or maintaining your pool.

Effortless, One-Touch Convenience
Let’s face it, after a long day, no one wants to wrestle with a heavy pool cover. With an automatic cover, you enjoy effortless one-touch convenience. It removes the hassle from pool cleanup and makes it simple to consistently cover your pool when it’s not in use.
Stays Cleaner
If you’ve ever found yourself skimming debris or rebalancing chemicals after a storm, you know how quickly an uncovered pool becomes a hassle. An automatic cover blocks leaves and debris, keeping your pool water cleaner and reducing the time you spend skimming and vacuuming.
Keeps Warmer
Automatic covers retain heat exceptionally well, allowing you to extend your swim season by several weeks. Enjoy your pool earlier in the spring and continue swimming well into the fall, especially in cooler climates. It’s like adding a few extra weeks of summer to your backyard pool.
During warmer months, evaporation from swimming pools contributes to substantial water waste. The EPA estimates that, depending on climate, an uncovered 500-square-foot swimming pool could lose between 12,000 and 31,000 gallons of water per year due to evaporation, with this number being even higher for heated pools. Not only does this contribute to water waste, but it can also cost homeowners money.* Reducing water loss from evaporation with a pool cover is the best way to reduce overall water usage in your pool.
Covering a pool when it is not in use is the single most effective means of reducing pool heating costs. Savings of 50%–70% are possible.** The cover insulates the water, preventing warm water from escaping into the cool night air, significantly reducing the energy needed to reheat the pool.
Automatic pool covers significantly cut chemical costs often resulting in 35-60% savings**
- Blocks UV Rays: Sunlight rapidly breaks down chlorine. Covers block these rays, allowing chlorine to last much longer, sometimes doubling its lifespan.
- Minimizes Debris: Less dirt, leaves, and pollen get in, so chemicals aren’t used up fighting contaminants and algae.
- Stabilizes Water: Less exposure to sun, wind, and rain keeps water chemistry more consistent, requiring fewer adjustments.
Improve Safety
Although the time and money savings are compelling on their own, many families choose automatic pool covers for their safety benefits.

When closed, an automatic pool cover acts as a sturdy, impenetrable barrier over the water, helping prevent accidental falls into the pool. While an automatic pool cover is an incredible tool for accident prevention, we always advocate for a layered approach to safety. This includes pool safety fences, pool cover pumps, adult supervision, and of course, teaching water safety skills. Together, these measures provide comprehensive protection.
Automatic Pool Covers Inc. pool covers are UL listed and independently certified to exceed the requirements of the American Society for Testing and Materials, which sets safety standards for pool covers.
Automatic pool covers are designed to hold substantial weight, providing peace of mind knowing that even if someone ventures onto the cover, they’re able to be supported.
Three Covers In One
As an all-in-one safety, solar, and winter cover, automatic pool covers let you kick back, relax, and enjoy all the benefits of pool ownership.

Safety Cover

Solar Cover

Winter Cover
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FAQs
- The tracks might have dirt or debris inside of them. Clean the tracks out with a hose and water.
- The ropes could be tangled around the rope reel. Lift the lid and check the reels. If the rope appears tangled, you can try to untangle it yourself (be careful!) or call us for service.
- You may be pulling back too much water on the cover. Make sure you have pumped off as much water as you can with the cover pump.
- Is the green indicator light on? If not, you do not have power to the system. Check your electrical system.
- If the motor is turning and nothing is happening, you might need mechanical service. Please contact us for possible repairs.
- If the motor just hums and does not turn, call us for service.
- Is the green keyswitch indicator light on? If not, you do not have power to the system. Check your electrical system.
- The cover might have opened too far and come out of the track. Call us for service.
The automatic shut-off may be malfunctioning. Check the pump-owner’s manual for troubleshooting tips. If the problem is still not corrected please contact us.
The following can be done to prevent unnecessary labor, additional charges or unexpected delays:
- Make sure pool water is raised to the middle of the skimmer opening (operating level).
- Make sure electrical power to the cover is on.
- Make sure concrete, stone or brick cover lids are removed or a release form must be signed in advance.
- Clear the cover of any water, leaves or debris.
- Make sure garden hose spigots are accessible and operational.
- Keep your pets indoors and leave any gates unlocked.
We schedule service appointments Monday – Friday and may work past our regular office hours to complete a service call. We try out best to estimate approximate arrival time, but we cannot guarantee any exact times due to possible unexpected circumstances. On your scheduled service date you may call our office to see if our technicians are on schedule with your appointment. Our technicians will call ahead when they are on their way to your appointment.















