Water restrictions - why pool covers matter

Dear Pool Owner

The water conversation continues to be of importance in South Africa, particularly in Gauteng. The city has recently announced major upgrades to the water infrastructure which is fantastic but it does mean further supply interruptions - some areas cut off for 48 hours. While mobile water tankers will be available for essential domestic water, driving around and lugging bottles and containers can become a hassle quite quickly. If your pool is covered, you have your backup reservoir right there on your property. Because your cover keeps the water clean and uses less chemicals, the water can be used in your kitchen and bathroom. We urge you to consider a new cover this month. You will not only feel the benefits when taps run dry but it's a win for year-round savings too.

We are hugely relieved that loadshedding has been minimised over the last month but many consumers are certainly feeling the pinch of inflation and are looking for new ways to save more money. Pool covers offer instant savings that quickly add up, and the cover pays for itself in a short period. And in winter, it makes even more sense to close the pool when it is not in use. This can be a complete game changer for your household budgets, plus you'll free up a lot of time when you hang up your leaf scoop for a few months. Read on for more on winter pools and how to choose the right cover for your pool and budget.

Would you like to see what your winter savings could look like? We have developed a custom calculator using local tariffs so send us your specs and we'll show you your figures and how quickly the cover pays for itself.

We look forward to installing your pool cover this month and helping you save - save water, save electricity, save chemicals, save children's lives and save your sanity!

Roger Bester

Managing Director

Why winterize a pool?

This season, store money in your pocket, not your pool!

Winterizing a pool simply means packing it away for the off-season while you’re not using it. Like putting a car on blocks when it’s not in use for long periods, it doesn't make sense to spend time and money on something not in use for a while.

Savings figures are hard to ignore, especially if you’re concerned about household spending. The range of GeoBubble covers will:

reduce filtration/pump time by up to 50%
reduce water evaporation by 98%
reduce chemical consumption by up to 60%
prevent leaves and garden debris entering the water and improve water hygiene

Choosing the right pool cover for winter

1. Our most popular winter cover is the high performance EnergyGuard cover. This is a 500 micron GeoBubble cover.

2. Another great thermal cover is the Thermal Imported cover which offers similar savings. This is a slightly cheaper 400 micron GeoBubble cover.

3. If you have children and pets who are a drowning risk, choose the PowerPlastics Solid Safety Cover. Forms a complete barrier over the water.

ENERGYGUARD

50% ELECTRICITY SAVINGS

Given the need to save power and water, EnergyGuard is the cover of choice for this month. Save 98% on water and, because the cover reduces Ultraviolet light from entering a pool, it reduces the chance of algae blooms, allowing you to halve your pump time and enjoy the 50% savings.

It will also heat the pool water temperature by up to 7º C. Great cover for closing the pool for winter months.

Dark grey in colour. An EnergyGuard Geobubble cover should last you 6 or more years. 500 micron GeoBubble material. Learn more.

THERMAL GEOBUBBLE

NO MORE TOP-UPS

Thermal GeoBubble is our great, all rounder cover. Slightly cheaper as it is 400 micron material but an excellent way to get on top of your monthly expenses and reduce your time spent on upkeep. Excellent performance on water, power and chemical savings.

Riviera Blue in colour. A Thermal Geobubble cover should last you at least 3-4 years. 400 micron.

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THE POWERPLASTICS SOLID SAFETY COVER

WATER AND ELECTRICITY SAVINGS, AND SAFETY FROM ONE COVER

This remarkable and original safety cover not only seals off the entire pool, stopping all access by small children, it also doubles up as a power and water saving cover. Because the water is covered, it is cleaner and requires less filtration and chemicals, while also blocking 98% of water evaporation. Looks beautiful too.

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