I Have an Existing Pool

In most cases, if you can put two straight lines (one on each side of the pool), no matter the shape…we can put a cover on your pool. So, now that you know you can have an automatic pool cover, you just need to decide which system is right for you and what your budget is. Keep in mind, regardless of your budget…an automatic swimming pool cover is classified as a standalone barrier in many states and is also a “vapor barrier” which means that if your pool is heated, just by adding a pool cover you can reduce your heating costs by as much as 85%, making it possible to have a return on your investment in as little as 2 to 4 years.

With an existing pool we need a solid “deck”. You can also do a little construction if you want to hide part of the system mechanism and add a well constructed Concrete or Pool Cover Specialists® Polymer Housing Vault (which attaches at the end of your pool). But for most people who are adding a pool cover to an existing pool, the pool cover mechanism is placed on top of the deck. The pool deck and vault determine the type of pool cover system that can be installed, and can add more options and benefits for beautiful aesthetics, easy installation and years of hassle free maintenance.

Third…the shape of your pool must be considered…rectangles are elegant and easy, but even free form, kidney or other designed shapes, in many cases, can easily be covered if you plan ahead and remember that there are basic design limitations with all automatic safety covers…namely…you have to be able to put two straight edges somewhere on each side of the pool. BUT…just because you have straight lines on each side of the pool doesn’t mean you cannot be creative and use deck-on-deck, recessed track options or extreme cantilever designs to follow the shape of your pool, or simply use our low profile snap down top track options.