When the summer fun is over it comes time to think about closing up your pool for winter. If you do the job right and protect your investment then come spring everything will be ready for you to enjoy again. If you do not properly protect your swimming pool from the winter elements it could be damaged or destroyed. Homeowners have lots of questions about protecting pool covers and Outside Modern has the answers. Here are our best above ground pool cover tips.
Do I have to cover my above ground pool for the winter?
No, but most homeowners are happier using a winter cover to protect the pool from the elements. A cover keeps leaves and other debris out of the pool while protecting it from wind, ice and snow. Winter above ground pool covers reduce algae growth and the stains that develop from stagnant, dirty water. They also can block sunlight to help conserve your winter chemicals in the water.
What happens if you don’t cover your above ground pool?
For climates that experience freezing temperatures, the snow and ice during harsh winter weather can damage the vinyl liner. Small cracks can become large ones in just a single outdoor season and come spring time you will spend a lot more money opening the pool back up. An unprotected pool is more likely to tear and fall apart. Homeowners that are not going to cover their above ground pool should lower the water level a few inches below the skimmer line, keep the pool free of debris, and open the pool early in the Spring.
What is the best winter cover for above ground pool?
The best winter cover will have tough vinyl or polyethylene material and UV protection for your above ground pool. It should also offer drain holes to help prevent water and ice from accumulating on top of the cover. The cover should be easy to use but also heavy enough that strong winds won’t blow it away. Heat sealed seams and high-density stitching should provide it with strength and durability.
Best Above Ground Pool Cover
Our choice for the best above ground pool cover is the Intex Round Easy Set Pool Cover. Made of tough fabric that can withstand harsh winter months, the cover uniquely offers the stay tight edge to install easily without the need for ropes or a winch.
- Round pool cover
- Easy to use
- Makes a snug fit over the edge of the pool
- Fits 15' diameter pools
- Drain holes to prevent water accumulation
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