While having a pool in your own backyard somehow lends you some bragging rights around the neighborhood, there is no denying that you also need to spend a considerable amount of time and money for its operations and upkeep. This is why even the U.S. Department of Energy recommends those who owned or managed pools to utilize pool covers to help them save money and energy.
Pool covers cut down overall operation costs
Obviously, for
pools to be functional, they have to be filled with chemically treated water. The water needs to be treated to destroy any bacteria and pathogens that live in your local water. So unless you are willing fill it manually, you’ll be needing a pool pump and motor to get it done. You will also need a heater to keep the water warm enough for swimming.
The chemicals, water, and electricity used in keeping your pool in operational shape can all put a drain in your bank account. By purchasing and using a pool cover, you can significantly reduce your upkeep costs by 50%.
For one, regardless of whether it is located outdoors or under a roof, your pool is constantly losing water by evaporation. This is only natural since water generally converts to vapor even at room temperature. However, using a pool cover will prevent the loss of pool water as the vapor will eventually be trapped by the cover and condensed back to its liquid state. This means less use of the pump and motor to fill your pool as its water level will essentially remain the same. You’ll also spend less on chemicals since you don’t need to treat fresh water very often.
Furthermore, you’ll cut energy costs on heaters as pool covers can help trap and retain the accumulated warmth it gained during the day. This means you can still swim to your heart’s content early morning the next day without having to turn your heater on.
