It is important to note that for a LOOP-LOC to maintain all safety features, and to maintain the 15-year pro-rated warranty, the cover must fit the exact shape of the swimming pool.
Are LOOP-LOC pool covers good?
A LOOP-LOC cover is the only safety cover to be awarded UL certification year after year. Mesh construction lets rain and melting snow drain right through. LOOP-LOC is so durable, it’s backed by a 15-year pro-rated warranty and so safe, it may reduce your liability insurance.
Can a LOOP-LOC pool cover be repaired?
In most cases, rips and tears in LOOP-LOC pool covers can be easily repaired, either by using a self-adhesive patch kit(for holes smaller than 3″ x 3″) or by contacting your local LOOP-LOC pool cover dealer, who will provide more information on sending your pool cover out for repairs.
Can you walk on pool safety covers?
The automatic pool cover can be walked on, but for the main purpose of rescuing someone or removing fallen leaves, twigs and other debris. However, it is not meant to be jumped on or played on. Putting the weight on the cover excessively or frequently can damage it over time.
Which Loop Loc cover is the best?
LOOP-LOC’s Aqua Xtreme is a virtually solid mesh safety pool cover. This cover is ideal for any inground pool, in any climate, because it has the best features of both solid and mesh covers.
How long do elephant pool covers last?
Because it is mesh, no pump is required on top. The rain water just passes through. Once it is on for the off-season, there is typically no additional upkeep to worry about. These covers normally last 10–15 years.
How much snow can a loop Loc pool cover hold?
High-quality pool covers can safely hold about one to two feet of snow before they start straining. If you expect a large amount of snowfall, make sure you’re constantly cleaning snow off your pool cover.
What is a locking pool cover?
Since the cover is rolled on and off the pool electrically by the means of a switch, theoretically, if you take the electrical switch out of the equation then the pool is ‘locked’.
Are Mesh pool covers good?
Mesh winter covers provide excellent winter protection and are perfect if you live in an area that receives heavy snow fall during winter months. Mesh covers are porous so that melting snow, melting ice, and rain will drip through the cover into the pool, preventing puddles on the surface of the cover.
What is a mesh pool safety cover?
Mesh Winter Pool Covers
Mesh safety covers for winter are ideal to protect your pool during colder months. They allow precipitation to pass through easily, which eliminates the need for a cover pump, and allows water to drain into the pool during the winter.
How long does it take to get a pool cover?
It will typically take three weeks for your cover to be custom-built and shipped, but generally only one day to install. Once installed, your local dealer will show you how to properly operate and care for your electric pool cover.
How do you fix a ripped pool cover?
Just peel and stick, for pool cover repairs up to 8″ long, or link them together for longer tears. You can also use rubber cement and pieces of the mesh or solid safety cover material. Apply the glue to a patch on both sides and press together with something heavy until dry.
Should a pool cover have holes in it?
For safety reasons; if someone should end up under the pool cover, air will come in through the holes. These small holes prevent a large pool of water from getting on the pool cover. All Intex pool covers have these safety holes, except for the covers for the Family Swim Center Pools.
