Pool Covers, Evaporation, and Heat Retention
Use covers for the jobs they actually do well: reducing evaporation, retaining heat, and in some cases adding a layer of safety.
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Choose the job first
Different covers solve different problems.
Use covers as part of the energy plan
Evaporation is a major driver of pool heat loss.
Use covers as part of the water plan
Less evaporation means less makeup water and more stable chemistry.
Resources
Seasonal variants and unattended pools
Use the seasonal-variants guide for mesh covers, solid covers, vacation properties, and year-round or short-season operation.
DOE swimming pool covers
DOE states pool covers can significantly reduce heating costs, with savings of 50%–70% possible.
EPA pool water efficiency
EPA states pool covers can prevent up to 95% of pool water evaporation.
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