Should I keep my pool covered when not in use?
Should I keep my pool covered when not in use? Covering a pool when it is not in use is the single most effective means of reducing pool heating costs. Savings of 50%–70% are possible. Pool covers on indoor pools not only can reduce evaporation but also the need to ventilate indoor air and replace it with unconditioned outdoor air. How tight should mesh pool cover be? If yours is a mesh cover, it should be almost “taut as a drum”, as the water will drain through it evenly. If yours is a solid cover, either with an automatic cover...