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Pool Safety

The water level, chemistry, and heat of the pool are all preserved for a longer period of time with the help of an Nachman automatic pool cover, which is dependable and practical.

The maintenance and heating costs are decreased by using these retractable electric pool covers, which also serve as good safety barriers for your kids and prevent debris from getting into the pool. Your heated, clean pool will be ready for a great day of swimming with a quick turn of a key or push of a button.

There are several factors to go through while creating a backyard pool. It must be the right size and appearance for the yard’s landscape. It must be built appropriately to comply with all state and municipal regulations. Of course, the safety elements of the pool are the most crucial component of any swimming facility.

Why are safety features essential? The CDC reports that around 10 people each day pass away from accidental drowning, and one in five of these casualties is a kid under the age of 14. Swimming injuries can quickly turn into terrible tragedies, and they can occur to anyone.

You would still want some safety features for your swimming pool even if you lived with Olympic swimmers!  A few of our top suggestions are given below for ensuring the safety of your family around the pool.

Mesh Pool Fences

Spending time by the pool with your loved ones makes it simple to keep an eye out for trouble and, if required, rescue someone. We all understand though that you can’t spend your entire day just watching the pool! Due to this, pool fences are indeed a crucial component of pool safety.

Your pool will be separated from the rest of the yard by a safety fence, preventing unsupervised access to the water. If you have small children or pets in your home, this is especially crucial because if they have access to the water’s edge, a wandering toddler or an adventurous dog can easily fall into a pool and suffer catastrophic injuries.

For homeowners who want to add this security measure to their swimming pool, there are a variety of fencing options available, including wrought iron bars and wood or vinyl panels. At Nachman, we supply families with adjustable mesh pool fences that are strong, challenging to scale, and semi-transparent, allowing you to have a clear view of your lovely pool.

Alarm Mechanisms

Pool fences are a terrific technique to keep kids from using the pool unattended, but this doesn’t mean they are entirely perfect. To give an example, if the gate was accidentally left unlocked, a child or animal might readily access the pool when you weren’t looking. For this reason, some families choose a pool alarm, a second safety device for the pool that is intended to draw their attention.

Pool alarms come in three primary categories:

  • Threshold alarms that sound when someone passes a threshold, such as the fence around the pool or the door leading to the backyard
  • When someone enters the pool, surface wave sensors, which detect ripples on the water’s surface, will sound an alarm
  • Subsurface disturbance sensors keep an eye out for any disturbances in the pool by extending a sensor deeper into the water

Each of these alarms can increase the security of your pool by alerting you whenever someone approaches the water. One of the factors contributing to its popularity among pool owners is the sense of security that users of this safety feature for swimming pools experience.

Covers and Nets

Pool nets and covers are undoubtedly very familiar to you if you spent some time around swimming pools during your childhood. Since they are inexpensive, simple to install (and store when not in use), and very effective at saving lives, almost every pool owner has employed one of these safety features for their swimming pool.

People in the yard are separated from the water by pool netting and coverings. As a result of rigorous ASTM testing, our Nachman pool covers and safety nets can securely support up to 485 pounds. These pool safety elements’ robustness and longevity aid in preventing accidental falls into the water.

While pool nets are necessary to protect your loved ones, pool coverings can also add to the pool’s overall security. For instance, automatic pool covers are made specifically to stop your pool from losing water and chlorine. A pool cover is a terrific choice if you want a pool safety element that benefits your family and maintains your pool in great shape.

Safety Ledges

So far, the majority of our discussion has focused on ways to keep your loved ones, family and friends safe from drowning when the pool is closed. However, the risk is still present even when swimming under supervision because, in the absence of pool safety elements, any swimmer could suffer an injury and get into serious difficulty.

The safety ledge is one of the really helpful safety components for swimming pools. This flat region, which is normally 8 inches broad, is located around the deep end of a pool. Everywhere in the pool, it gives swimmers access to a compact, shallow place to relax. Whether a swimmer is just learning to swim or needs a break after a few challenging laps, this can be really helpful to them.

Supplies for Emergencies

Despite the fact that the safety elements we’ve discussed make your swimming pool considerably safer, there’s always a chance that the worst will happen and you’ll need to save a loved one from drowning in the water. It’s crucial to have access to emergency rescue equipment even if you’ve placed every pool safety measure that could come to your mind in your yard.

Maintain a flotation device beside your pool, such as a ring buoy, and be sure you know how to use it in case of emergency. Additionally, it’s a good idea to maintain a first aid kit close to the pool in case somebody slips or trips on the deck. You won’t regret having these pool safety elements nearby because they can be the difference in a crisis.

Immediately increase your pool safety

Nachman is here to assist you in beginning the process of investing in safety features for your swimming pool. You may choose the ideal pool safety features for your family during a free on-site consultation that a local dealer will arrange for you when you contact. Make a call to them right now! To make your pool (and your family and friends) safer, we absolutely can not wait to assist you.

Retractable pool covers’ advantages

  • Extremely Simple & Practical to Use
  • Outstanding Safety for Your Kids & Pets
  • Conserves chemistry, heat, and water of your pool

Our automatic pool covers are constructed from the best vinyl available, which is shrink and fade resistant and strong enough to be walked on, however it is not advised. Children and pets are safe on the tracks because they are made of rust-resistant aviation grade aluminum. Additionally, the outside fabric is UV-resistant while the inside fabric aids with insulation. You may extend your swimming season by making an investment in an automatic pool cover, and it also prolongs the life of the chemistry in your pool’s water. Your needs for a pool cover will be discussed with our local dealers, who will then provide you a quotation and an estimate.

Can I get an automatic pool cover for my pool?

New Construction: Yes

An automatic pool cover can be incorporated into the process of building a new pool.

Existing Pool – Maybe?

It will depend on the design of your deck and pool. See if your current pool can accommodate one by reading more about the system below.

How exactly do automatic pool covers operate?

New Construction: An under track/under guide pool cover system is what most families who are building a new pool and want an automatic pool cover are looking for. This indicates that the gear for the cover and tracks is concealed behind the coping and in a vault. In order to accommodate the cover, the pool must be constructed according to the proper cover specifications. The fabric rolls up on the housing system that is located just past the deepest end of your pool, under the coping, and runs the length of the pool (under your coping). An ordinary aluminum lid serves as protection for the housing system. The metal cover can also be upgraded to a “walk on lid.” The coping stones from your current deck can be held in place by these brackets, allowing the lid to fit in with the decking nearly effortlessly.

Existing Pool: If the form of your pool meets the requirements for a system, you will have a track system which is called “Deck Mounted.” Along the pool’s length, these tracks will control the fabric. At the deep end of your pool (usually 3 feet back from the edge of the pool), on top of your deck, the fabric is rolled up and housed in an ever-present housing system. A seat that protects the cover from the weather all year round can be added for an additional fee. Within view of the pool, there is a key switch or optional keypad placed (as required by law). The cover is very easily opened and closed with a swift turn of the key.

What advantages do automatic covers offer?

Drowning Prevention: An easy system to prevent your family members, friends and pets from drowning is automatic coverings.

Safety: Automatic coverings have passed tests and can support 485 lbs.

Reduced Maintenance: Less chemicals are needed to maintain your pool

Reduced Cleaning: Cleaning will be drastically reduced because your pool is covered.

Reduced Evaporation: Automatic coverings can prevent up to 90% of evaporation and use up to 70% less energy to heat the pool.

Quick access: Simple key turn opens your pool cover rapidly for easy access.

An automatic pool cover costs how much?

New Construction: $7,001–15,001*

Existing Pool: $7,500 to $10,000 for an existing pool

Replacement fabric for an old pool cover: It costs between $2,001 to $4,500

*Larger than typical pools, hydraulic pool covers, encased rails, separate covers for a spa or L-shaped pool, infinity edge applications, etc. are some factors that can increase the cost.

How can I get a more precise price quote for my pool?

New Build –

If you are the homeowner, you can send us an email with your pool designs or a rendering showing the size of the pool, and we will give you an estimate.

If you are a contractor and are hired to build the pool, you may do the same; although, we do not offer rates above normal costs while the bids are still being evaluated.

Existing Pool: Send pictures of your pool to your nearby installer via email. Include the pool’s size in feet, as appropriate. The best way to help with providing the most accurate cost is by sending as many images as you can.

What steps are involved in installation?

New build: It is usually based on where you are in the building stage. The final cover dimensions must be measured for your pool. These measurements must be verified in person after the pool has tile and coping because they cannot be determined based on specifications provided by your builder. Your cover is ordered, and manufacture then begins, after measurements are collected directly from our installed track. Production can take two to three weeks, depending on the season (spring and summer are the busiest!). After that, covers are sent out. Installation can be planned if construction is finished enough. Depending on the season, different installation times apply, which means u sually 2-3 weeks in the fall and winter and 2-4 weeks in the spring and summer.

Existing Pool: The cover is measured and ordered as soon as a technician is available to do an on-site measurement if you are merely adding a system to your existing deck and your pool satisfies the requirements for installation. All final dimensions are verified by the on-site measurement. Production can take two to three weeks, depending on the season (spring and summer are the busiest!). After that, covers are sent out. You are called to set up an installation appointment once the covers have been delivered and verified as being accurate. Depending on the season, different installation times apply, which means u sually 2-3 weeks in the fall and winter and 2-4 weeks in the spring and summer.

What is my duty if I purchase an automated cover?

New build: In the case of a new construction project, the customer is in charge of installing the vault to the proper specifications, taking into account all drainage and any electrical runs from the power source to the vault location (both conduit & wires). Running electrical from the system to the switch site is also necessary. Before installation of the cover can be planned, all electrical work must be completed. If any follow-up visits are necessary because of unfinished work, the customer will be charged extra. Depending on the season and our schedule, we might not be able to make more tech visits, even if they were to be paid for. When the system is installed, the customer supplies the stones or concrete if an optional walk-on cover has been included. If the information is not given at the time of system installation, a repeat trip is necessary and will be billed to the customer at an additional expense.

Existing Pool: Customers are responsible for any electrical runs from the power supply to the cover position if they want electricity pulled to the cover (both conduit & wires). Run electrical lines from the system to the switch site as well (both conduit & wires). Before installation of the cover can be planned, all electrical work must be completed. If any follow-up visits are necessary because of unfinished work, the customer will be charged extra.

What does an automatic pool cover’s warranty* cover?

Fabric – 7 years. Ratio after 3 years

Electrical – 3 years

Hardware – Limited warranty for lifetime

Labor – The labor warranties you receive will depend on the local installation business you choose to buy from. For additional information, please talk to your local installer.

What does a cover come with?

A new system has the following components:

  • motor
  • control board
  • roll up tube
  • pulleys
  • sliders
  • rope
  • extrusions
  • sensors
  • lead edge bar
  • fabric
  • switch
  • track
  • pump
  • hardware
  • Shipping

Optional components that may be used:

  • Walk on lid brackets
  • Bench

Installation includes the following components:

  • installing the track
  • installing system into the available vault
  • the system’s wiring for the drawn electrical
  • installing fabric into the track
  • putting the walk-on lid brackets in place (if purchased)
  • installing switch to replace the pulled switch wiring
  • technical assistance to address any inquiries throughout the construction process
  • system evaluation during installation

The customer is charged extra fees for any further requests for visits or checks.

Types of Pools which CANNOT have automatic covers are given below:

  • Built-Up Walls (some exceptions can be made, you should see pools that can have auto covers)
  • Higher-sticking spas than the height of the pool
  • Deck doesn’t have one level from end to end.
  • Swimming pool edges with raised rocks or dive rocks
  • Types of Pools which CAN have automatic covers are given below:
  • One level from end to end
  • Elevation remains unchanged

Made for Longevity and Durability

Our automatic pool covers are the greatest option for safeguarding your loved ones because they are made with cutting-edge vinyl and a superior fabrication method. Each cloth used has undergone testing and received an ASTM certification.

Patented Heat Sealing Process for Additional Strength

Our covers go through a sew and heat seal technique to give it double the strength and ensure it lasts for years to come, unlike other rivals who conventionally stitch the webbing to the automatic cover material.

Wifi Touchpad

It’s quite easy to set up this WiFi Touchpad to connect to your home network. You can choose to receive alerts if the cover is closed, left open, a user tries to log in, or a user code is entered. If you’d prefer, you can set up up to 4 user codes, allowing each member of the family to have their own login.

Touchpad

You can program a security code to operate the automated pool cover on the conventional touchpad. You can also configure up to four different codes for the family to use with this system.

Switch With a Secure Key

Your pool can be covered or unveiled with the simple flip of a switch, and this box can only be opened with a special key.

Options for Tracking

Under Track Systems 

These tracks are nearly undetectable because they are positioned beneath the bottom side of a rectangular pool coping or incorporated in the pool walls. If required, track encapsulation can also be used to integrate the track into the pool wall.

Advanced Track Systems 

We mount the driving system for the cover to the deck when used with freeform pools, or it can be fitted beneath an aluminum lid.

Recessed Track Systems 

During construction, these aluminum tracks are normally recessed into the pool deck. The track continues to be parallel to the deck.