Ask Doc: Episode 16 – Liquid Solar Covers

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Last Reply on February 9th, 2023 by Kathi B

February 20, 2018

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  1. Reg Mc gratten

    May 10, 2018

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    We have a salt water pool are there any problems using ecosvr liquid pool covers?

    • Kathi B

      May 10, 2018

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      That is an excellent question! Some liquid solar covers are denatured in a salt chlorinator. Smart Shield and Cover Free are safe and effective in salt water pools

  2. Vipin Goel

    February 09, 2023

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    How often do you have to replace or fill the liquid in the pool. How long does it last and what is the ongoing cost. Any maintenance required? what happens to the pool cover with backwash?

    • Kathi B

      February 09, 2023

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      Filling the pool depends on many factors (pool temperature, air temperature, usage, etc.) but most folks need to add a few inches per week. The costs will vary depending on the area that you live in and the municipal water costs, but most folks should budget a few hundred dollars per year for pool water. The key is to keep your water 3/4 up the skimmer opening to allow the pool to circulate properly.
      When backwashing, the liquid pool cover is diluted but this is accounted for in the initial dose as well as the weekly/monthly top up doses.
      Happy Swimming!!

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