Frequently Asked Questions

On new pools the tracks are built into the side walls of the pool or set flush into the deck around the pool. On existing pools the tracks are installed on top of the deck around the pool. The tracks are a little over two inches wide but only about a quarter inch high, with a rounded top surface. They are obviously made to be used around pools and are safe and unobtrusive.

By no means! While it is true that all safety pool covers must meet the Federal Standard of supporting 485 lbs. in a 5 foot radius, there are many features of Coverstar covers that make them the top of the line in quality and reliability. Some of these features are:

• Fabric: We use Coverstar's premium 17 oz. per square yard vinyl/acrylic fabric. Other brands use lighter weight fabrics.
• Track Feeds: Coverstar uses Stainless Steel guide feeds. Other brands use plastic feeds which wear over time.
• Rope Pulleys: Coverstar uses a double row of ball bearings in its pulleys to prevent premature seal wear.
• Synthetic Ropes: Coverstar's low stretch synthetic ropes are the strongest available.
• Webbing: Coverstar's webbing is over twice as strong as other brands, and it is vinyl welded to the fabric.
• Engineering: Coverstar engineers its covers to the highest standards.

The installed cost of an automatic safety cover will vary with the size and layout of the pool. For average sized residential pools, ballpark figures are about $10,000 to $15,000. We are always willing to meet with you and prepare a free estimate on the cost of improving your existing pool with an automatic cover. For covers on new pools being constructed, we always work as a subcontractor to your pool builder. Please have your pool builder contact us.

Absolutely! On odd shaped pools the parallel tracks will be installed at the widest point of the pool, which means that some deck area will be covered when the cover is closed. This is frequently done and means that a cover can be installed on almost any pool.