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Solar Pool Covers

Solar Covers & Accessories - The Doheny's Difference

Top Quality Solar Covers & Accessories! From covers and reels to heaters and solar alternatives, we carry all the solar heating you need to keep your pool warmer at prices that nobody can beat. Our solar covers are an easy and inexpensive way to heat and retain swimming pool water. Our solar covers provide nearly double the amount of heat transfer while also decreasing energy consumption and cutting your pool maintenance costs. 

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Micro Bubble Solar Covers. Micro Bubble Solar Covers.

Doheny's solar covers are created with TWICE as many bubbles as standard solar covers. Why does this matter? Having twice the bubbles means nearly double the amount of heat transfer, providing a more efficient, complete, and uniform delivery of eco-friendly heat!

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Solar Pool Covers for Inground and Above Ground Pools

Economical, Eco-Friendly, Durable

Solar pool covers are an economical way to keep your pool water heated and extend your swimming season. Resembling bubble wrap, solar covers for swimming pools trap the sun's natural heat in the bubble air pockets and then transfers the heat directly to the water of an inground or above ground pool. The bubbles of standard solar covers can nearly double the amount of heat transfer, providing a more efficient, complete, and uniform delivery of eco-friendly solar heat!

Not only are solar pool covers effective for increasing the pool's temperature by up to 15 degrees, but they also help reduce your pool's chemical cost. When a solar pool cover is being used, it creates a barrier between the pool's water and the sun. This protective barrier prevents excessive evaporation of water. Less water being added to the pool means there's less need for fresh chemicals to bring the new water to desired safe swimming levels, which saves you money on both water and chemicals.

Solar Pool Cover Benefits

  • 40% water conservation
  • 40% reduced need for chemicals
  • Water temperature 15 degrees warmer
  • 80% reduced heating cost
  • Reduced dirt and debris in the pool
  • Twice the bubbles for greater heat transfer
  • Reduction in pool maintenance time by keeping direct and debris out!
  • Increases pool solar energy absorption by up to 25%

What to Consider When Choosing Your Solar Pool Cover

Size of Pool

At Doheny's Pool Supplies Fast, we carry a full line of high-quality Clear-Tek solar pool covers and blankets. Since the effectiveness of a solar pool cover depends on how much of the pool is covered, proper sizing is important.

Tye of Pool

Solar Pool Covers are safe for both chlorine and saltwater pools.

Thickness and Warranty

Doheny's solar pool covers come in various thicknesses depending on your needs. A thicker cover will retain heat better and last longer. However, they may be more difficult to maneuver on and off the pool.

How to Install and Remove a Solar Pool Cover

The easiest way to install a Micro-Bubble solar pool cover is to use a roller beside the pool. Solar cover reel systems for inground pools are designed to sit at the end of the pool where the cover can easily be rolled in and out. In contrast, reel systems for above-ground pools will usually be mounted to the sides of the pool, making it easy to cover and uncover your pool throughout the summer. Pool covers can also be rolled out by hand. If the cover needs to be cut to ensure a tight fit, use a sharpie to mark the lines and cut accordingly.

Depending on the size of the pool, removing the cover may require two people working together. Each person can simply stand in one corner and begin pulling the cover in unison.

Helpful Tips for Your Solar Pool Cover

  • Do not place the cover on grass or plants—it will burn them up.
  • Do not use the solar pool cover immediately after shocking the pool. High concentrations of chlorine may cause damage to the cover.
  • To prevent mold, always store clean and dry
  • If the cover is stored on a reel system, keep covered.
  • Occasionally, the solar pool cover will need cleaning; the easiest way is to prop the cover-up, perhaps on the diving board, and spray it with the garden hose

Why Use a Solar Pool Cover?

Cost-effective and eco-friendly, solar pool covers are an inexpensive way to heat and retain swimming pool water without the added expense of installing a traditional pool heater. Using a quality solar pool cover will not only help reduce evaporation by up to 50% -which is the cause of 75% of heat loss-but it can also raise the pool's temperature by an average of 10 to 15 degrees using only the power of the sun. Plus, pool solar covers can reduce heating costs by up to 70% and chemical consumption by up to 60%.

What is the Best Thickness for a Solar Cover?

Thicker solar covers have proven to be more efficient and improve heat retention. For most pools, we recommend using a solar cover that has a thickness between 12 mil and 16 mil. In addition to improved heat retention, thicker solar covers tend to be more resistant to ripping, chemical damage, and environmental effects.

Are Solar Pool Covers Worth the Money?

Solar covers are not only a worthwhile investment, but they'll help you save plenty of money associated with the energy costs, installation and maintenance fees, and pool cleaning fees that come with using a traditional pool heater. Pool solar covers conserve water by reducing the amount of 'top-off' water needed by 30-50%. Plus, they reduce your pool's chemical consumption by 35-60%, reduce cleaning and maintenance time by keeping dirt and debris out of the pool and reduce your heating costs by up to 70%.

If you need assistance selecting your new solar pool cover, contact Doheny's Pool Supplies Fast at 1-800-574-7665.

Solar Covers Guides

  • How to Pick a Solar Cover Guide

    Spring has finally arrived, and many pool owners are itching to start the swimming season, but the pool water is still too cold! A pool heater can heat up your water so that you can start pool season early, but if you don’t have a heater or want to save money on energy costs, a solar pool cover is a great option. This handy guide will help you select the best solar pool cover to suit your needs.

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