A pool cover is something that some people think is only practical in the winter, but the fact is quite different. There are a number of different pool covers and some perform quite different functions. There is a common element to every pool cover though. Your pool cover must go somewhere when it is not covering your pool.
Ensuring that you have a handy way to remove and store your pool cover can be invaluable. This is especially true if you have one of the types of pool covers that are removed and replaced many times throughout the summer season and possibly the winter ones.
There is a practical solution for many covers though. A handy gadget has been developed that is called a pool cover reel and it allows you to retract your cover easily, and the reel acts as a storage location for the entire cover as well. Pool cover reels are available with different features that will likely make them easy to for you to choose between.
Deluxe In-Ground Reel for Pools Up to 12′ – 20′ – Base
A very good example of mid-range pool cover reels is a deluxe in-ground reel. This combines a low base that is practical for covers used on 12 foot to 20 foot pools with wheels. The low base means less likelihood of the reel falling over with the cover rolled onto it where it is stored. The wheels also make for easier mobility with or without the cover on it in storage.
It is important to recognize that if you have a larger pool you will need to select a suitable cover. Another factor to consider is whether you want your pool cover reel to move. There are some other options that may be more suitable to your needs.
Single Tube Commercial Reel for Pools Up To 21′ – 24′
If you have a larger pool you will need a larger reel as mentioned above. Single tube commercial tubes offer greater storage capacity and adjustable heights. That means you can maintain the lowest possible base while allowing the cover storage that you need. These are also available with wheels which can help to create more ground space around the pool once the cover is retracted.
These are designed with rugged materials to accommodate commercial jobs. They can also be found with double tube reel systems which could be used if you have multiple pools or multiple types of covers for the same pool. While these are designed to allow covers to be reeled off by hand some pool owners with smaller pools may find that reeling off their cover is simply too much of a job. There are options for them as well.
18′ Wide Max Auto Reel
For an eighteen foot wide pool there are options available that allow your cover to be retracted automatically. While some auto reels allow you to use the power of the water from your garden hose to retract your cover quickly others harness the power of the sun. Both create automatic options that do not increase your electric bill.
Auto reels and the other reels above can be found with combinations of a number of these features. Some reels do not have wheels for example while some commercial reels and reels for large pools may be powered to allow automatic reeling. Choosing the best combination for your pool can make for less hassle all season, or year, long.