Cover up skimmer lid holes in winter

[DOMO]

Hi all. Do people typically cover up the holes in their skimmer lids/covers in winter to stop rain and snow melt from getting into skimmers (and deck leaf canisters)? If so, how? Would think tape would not stick well and someone recommended a plastic bag, but would think there is a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) method?

 

[Riley1]

Hi all. Do people typically cover up the holes in their skimmer lids/covers in winter to stop rain and snow melt from getting into skimmers (and deck leaf canisters)? If so, how? Would think tape would not stick well and someone recommended a plastic bag, but would think there is a better (and more aesthetically pleasing) method?

For my skimmer I cut a piece of plastic out a gallon freezer bag, put it over the hole and then put the cover on. I guess it would depend on the type of skimmer whether or not this would work for you.