My husband and I did not grow up with a backyard swimming pool, but several of our good friends have and encourage that if we have the means we should take advantage of our yard and install a pool. However, this feels like a daunting undertaking because we ourselves are not familiar with all that is involved with installing and maintaining a pool. After looking at various pools we have decided on a 20’x50’ pool with an automatic cover.
While one PB did not mention any concerns using an automatic pool cover with a SWG, the other company did not advise that they felt it was highly corrosive to the tracks, electric heat pump, so on and so forth. The 2nd PB felt that if we wanted a SWG we should then elect to install a fence and winter safety cover instead. Our city ordinance does not require a fence around a pool but we would either choose a fence or an automatic pool cover as we have a 6, 4, and 1yr old.
We have decided to go with the 2nd PB because they are able to work us in with our neighbors pool installation across the street within the next month or so whereas the other PB is booking out for next May which means we likely would not be able to swim next summer. Both companies are reputable and the 2nd PB has done several installations nearby.
On my own, I read about the FROG system, and I thought it was the best of both worlds, but this forum has me second guessing that selection. The PB said he has used that system himself at his own home for the past 7 years and likes it. He mentioned that automatic pool covers are not without their issues however with the number of trees surround the pool area and young children he thought the automatic cover would be a good thought. He did not push us towards an automatic cover by any means, but those friends who have them really like it.
Please help with your thoughts - I would be super appreciative. Thanks!
While one PB did not mention any concerns using an automatic pool cover with a SWG, the other company did not advise that they felt it was highly corrosive to the tracks, electric heat pump, so on and so forth. The 2nd PB felt that if we wanted a SWG we should then elect to install a fence and winter safety cover instead. Our city ordinance does not require a fence around a pool but we would either choose a fence or an automatic pool cover as we have a 6, 4, and 1yr old.
We have decided to go with the 2nd PB because they are able to work us in with our neighbors pool installation across the street within the next month or so whereas the other PB is booking out for next May which means we likely would not be able to swim next summer. Both companies are reputable and the 2nd PB has done several installations nearby.
On my own, I read about the FROG system, and I thought it was the best of both worlds, but this forum has me second guessing that selection. The PB said he has used that system himself at his own home for the past 7 years and likes it. He mentioned that automatic pool covers are not without their issues however with the number of trees surround the pool area and young children he thought the automatic cover would be a good thought. He did not push us towards an automatic cover by any means, but those friends who have them really like it.
Please help with your thoughts - I would be super appreciative. Thanks!