Inground Solar Pool Cover Reel Systems
Solar Pool Cover Reel Systems
Don’t wrestle with your solar pool cover!
While the benefits of solar pool covers are numerous, the downside is that the covers can be cumbersome to use. A solar pool cover reel system will help take the dread out of the daunting task of covering and uncovering your pool.
Depending on the model, a solar pool cover reel system is either automatic—push a button, and it does the work for you, or hand-cranked with one handle for a single person to crank or dual handles for two people working together makes rolling up the cover fast and easy. Some models even have remote controls!
The purposes of a solar pool reel system are—
- - To deploy the cover when the pool is not in use
- - Uncover your pool when ready for use
- - Provide a place to store your cover for the swimming season
At Doheny's Pool Supplies Fast, we proudly offer some of the best solar cover reels for above ground pools, in-ground pools, and commercial pools available.
HOW REELS WORK
Some models offer permanent installation on the pool deck, while other models have casters one or both ends for easy maneuvering. The device is comprised of a long metal pole (often called the tubing) extended between two T-bars. T-bar design provides added stability.
On hand crank models, the wheel or handle is turned to spool the cover onto the metal rod. On automatic models, simply push the button or use the remote.
FEATURES
Aluminum or Stainless Steel Tubing
Aluminum and Stainless Steel both offer a sturdy option that will withstand the elements. When choosing which tubing, the main consideration should be the size of the pool. Since a larger pool requires a larger cover and larger covers are often heavier, stainless steel is the stronger element. Therefore, stainless steel is a better choice for larger pools.
Mil Accommodation
Solar pool covers look like huge sheets of bubble wrap. The bubbles trap the sun’s heat and transfer that heat to the pool’s water. The cover is made from a thick grade of plastic and is measured in mil (mil=one-thousandth of an inch). At Doheny’s Pool Supplies Fast, we carry covers in 5 mil, 8 mil, 12 mil, and 16 mil.
One important factor to consider is the higher the mil of the cover, the thicker the pool cover will be. When purchasing the reel be sure to choose one that will accommodate the thickness of the solar pool cover you already own or plan to purchase.
Need some guidance selecting or installing your solar cover reel? Contact a pool pro at Doheny's Pool Supplies Fast by calling 800.574.7665. We're here to help - call us today!
IMPORTANT: Completely remove the solar blanket from the pool before allowing anyone to enter the pool to swim, especially small children and pets. If the cover is NOT FULLY REMOVED, it is possible for someone to become trapped under the cover. Swimming with the cover partially removed or folded back is a safety hazard.