Looking for Pool Covers in Dover, DE?

What is the best pool cover Dover, DE residents can get? The Delaware weather and terrain dictates specific considerations in your choice: 

• You need to keep out those North Eastern leaves that fall in autumn. 
• You need a cover that won’t collapse under heavy, unexpected snow. 

Thankfully, the available options aren’t complicated. High-quality pool covers come as either mesh or solid covers. You’ll be using one of these two designs for your Dover, Delaware pool. 

While vinyl tarps are available, we don’t recommend this type of pool cover, primarily due to safety concerns. Many choose these as they are the cheapest options on the market, but they are not as efficient at keeping dirt and debris out of your pool. 

Additionally, vinyl tarps cannot hold weight. If you live in a rural area around Dover or Smyrna, you might have raccoons and deer venturing into your yard at night. Unless you also install a security fence, the unsuspecting animals may fall through your pool cover. 

But even more concerning are the health hazards for children and family members that these basic vinyl tarps pose. The tarp might look like a solid surface, but children have found themselves in dangerous situations after falling through pool covers and becoming tangled in the plastic. For peace of mind, you want to purchase a mesh or solid pool cover.

Mesh Pool Covers

Mesh pool covers are a versatile and affordable pool cover solution. They are lightweight, making them easy to install, remove, and store. Their fibers also block leaves, dirt, and other unwanted particles.

Mesh covers also block out most sunlight. Without sunlight, algae can’t grow, so you’ll open your pool to cleaner water in the spring. However, they can let in some light, which means algae is a possibility (though unlikely).

Don’t let the word “mesh” fool you. They’re not mesh in the same way your screen door is mesh. They are made with the strongest fibers on the market. A good quality mesh pool cover will be able to safely support two to three people. One cover company even had an elephant stand over one of their mesh covers! Now that’s strong.

Solid Pool Covers

Solid pool covers cost more than mesh covers, but they provide a higher level of protection. They are non-porous and offer excellent UV protection to your pool. That means your water has no exposure to light. No more worrying about algae. And because they don’t allow anything into your pool, solid covers keep your pool a little cleaner than mesh covers.

These cover options do require extra machinery and installation. You’ll need a pump to remove excess water in case it rains or snows while the cover is out. You’ll also have to install anchor points to hold down the heavier cover material.

So, Mesh or Solid?

Pros to mesh pool covers:

• Lightweight
• Don’t require pumps or machinery
• The longest-lasting pool cover
• Most budget-friendly

Pros to solid pool covers:

• Keeps out 100% of light
• No effect on chlorine levels
• Doesn’t allow dirty water into your pool

Advanced Mesh Pool Covers

But wait! Before you decide which pool cover fits your needs and budget, ask about advanced mesh pool covers. New pool cover technology is blending the best of both worlds. Advanced mesh pool covers prevent all sunlight from hitting your pool. This solves the algae problem. But they also retain the light weight and durability of mesh. Even better, they don’t require drainage pumps to remove rainwater and snow. If advanced mesh pool covers are available at your local Dover, Delaware distributor, we highly recommend asking about them. 

Of course, once you’ve decided on the best pool cover for your needs, you’ll need a professional pool company in Dover, DE to help install it. 

Contact Family Pool Maintenance! We can give advice about your specific pool situation. We can also install your pool cover quickly and safely. If you have a pool in Dover, Delaware, we are the pool maintenance company for you.

Call us at (302) 270-3700