Hello all, not sure where else to post such a question, but what is everyone’s take on covering pool equipment (sand filter, pumps etc.) from the elements? Jokingly, we have two seasons here in NC, winter with ice and brutal steamy summers. At 6 years old our equipment is showing some effects as we have no shade from trees. Like our pump is looking a little rusty on the outside. Should we be concerned or just let it ride? I’m sure there are some southwest members here that do not cover.
Structures over pool equipment
- Thread starter guinessnc
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Having a heat pump vs a fossil fuel burning heater makes covering all this so much easier. Covering it is absolutely an option and in my opinion could potential extend the life of components by preventing moisture, uv rays and other debris like leaves. It also makes the area look nicer.
- Apr 10, 2018
- 6,535
- Pool Size
- 18375
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-45 Plus
I agree with everything Chris said. It's also much quieter, if that's a factor.
Almost everyone I talk to has tried to steer me away from covering my equipment, most saying it's a waste, as the equipment is "designed to be outside".
I'm not listening to them. Cars are designed to be outside too but one that is garaged will most definitely benefit. I'm looking for idea's at this point.
I'm not listening to them. Cars are designed to be outside too but one that is garaged will most definitely benefit. I'm looking for idea's at this point.
Out here in the desert where we get sun 300+ days a year, a lot of us build cover for our equipment to protect it from damage.
Here is a thread with a type of enclosure that is commonly used out here. Equipment shade structure
Here is a thread with a type of enclosure that is commonly used out here. Equipment shade structure
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TFP Guide
- Jan 24, 2017
- 3,100
- Pool Size
- 7500
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
The first step should be to paint all pvc with uv protected paint, while you decide what to do.
Mine sure isn’t as pretty as ArizonaRob’s, but it makes 100% more electricity. 
I built mine primarily to keep my bleach cool, but I’m sure it helps with the equipment.
Pool nerd meets solar nerd
I built mine primarily to keep my bleach cool, but I’m sure it helps with the equipment.
Pool nerd meets solar nerd
As Maddie mentioned, it does look like that Coolaroo shade fabric that can found at Lowes or HD. Hmmmm....
It’s actually Solar Screen. It comes in 2 UV ratings, 80 & 90% at Home Depot and Lowe’s. They use it to make window screens out here to keep the sun/heat out of houses.
