Safety Covers | The Pool Club
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Safety Covers

A properly fitted safety cover keeps your pool secure through the off-season.

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In short

Overview

Safety covers are a secure way to protect your pool when it is closed. They are designed to hold weight and keep children and pets out of the water. We can help you choose and install the right cover for your pool.

Why Safety Covers Matter

A safety cover is more than a winter tarp. It is a fitted barrier that spans the pool and anchors into the deck. This keeps debris out and prevents accidental entry. Before choosing a cover, measure the deck for anchor layout, not just the water shape. Confirm the cover is a true safety cover, not a winter mesh that will not hold weight. A proper cover also reduces evaporation and keeps the water cleaner over the winter.

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What the Visit Covers

The Pool Club offers safety covers as part of its pool services. For pricing, standard pool vacuuming is $95 per hour plus HST, and portable pump vacuuming is $189 per hour plus HST. These are separate services and may not apply to safety cover installation. Please ask for a quote specific to your pool.

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Advertised opening pricing covers standard residential inground pools up to 16 by 32 feet with a standard safety cover. Larger pools, specialty covers, and jobs needing extra labour or equipment may cost more. Customers should give their pool dimensions when requesting service.

What Changes the Price

Several factors affect the cost of a safety cover. Odd shapes, raised walls, and whether the deck can take anchors all play a role. A pool with a standard rectangular shape and a concrete deck is usually simpler to fit. A pool with curves, steps, or a wooden deck may need more anchors and more labour.

The size of the pool also matters. Larger pools need larger covers and more anchor points. The condition of the deck is important too. If the concrete is cracked or the wood is soft, anchors may not hold properly and repairs may be needed first.

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How it works

How the Work Is Done

Installing a safety cover follows a clear process. First, the pool is measured and the deck is checked for anchor points. Then the cover is laid out and the anchor locations are marked. Holes are drilled and sleeves are set into the deck. The cover is attached and tensioned so it sits tight across the pool.

Finally, the cover is checked for gaps and adjusted as needed. Covers go on at close and come off at open. Using a tarp and water bags and calling it a safety cover is a common mistake that leaves the pool unprotected.

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  • Six communities and nearbyWe serve the communities below and the areas around them. Add your postal code to the form and we will confirm we cover your street.
  • Aurora
  • Richmond Hill
  • Vaughan
  • Etobicoke
  • Newmarket
  • King City
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Questions

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What is a safety cover?

A safety cover is a fitted barrier that anchors to the pool deck and holds weight. It keeps children and pets out of the water and reduces debris. Unlike a tarp, it is tensioned across the pool and secured with anchors.

How is a safety cover installed?

The deck is measured and anchor points are marked. Holes are drilled and sleeves are set into sound concrete or wood. The cover is then attached and tensioned so no gap can take a child or a pet.

What affects the cost of a safety cover?

Odd shapes, raised walls, and whether the deck can take anchors all affect the cost. Larger pools need more material and more anchor points. Deck condition also matters because anchors must be set into sound concrete or wood.

When should a safety cover be used?

Covers go on at close and come off at open. A safety cover is used during the off-season to protect the pool and prevent accidents. It is not a substitute for supervision during the swimming season.

What is the difference between a safety cover and a tarp?

A tarp and water bags do not hold weight and can sag into the pool. A safety cover is anchored and tensioned to stay tight across the water. Using a tarp and calling it a safety cover leaves the pool unprotected.

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If you are in one of these areas, we can help with your safety cover needs.

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The Pool Club comes from the team behind Stone Landscaping & Pools, rated 5.0 on Google.

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Sylvia Warsha year ago
5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

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