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The Outdoor Dreams' Difference: Automatic Pool Covers

May 27, 2025
The Outdoor Dreams' Difference: Automatic Pool Covers

Why We Believe in Automatic Pool Covers—And What Makes Ours Different

Story Highlights

At Outdoor Dreams, we believe automatic pool covers are one of the smartest investments you can make for your pool—and we include them on the vast majority of our projects. These covers don’t just add convenience; they’ve changed the way pools are built, maintained, and most importantly, protected.

The Basics

How they work

Automatic pool covers use a low-profile, motorized system to roll a reinforced vinyl cover along discreet tracks on either side of the pool. At the push of a button or keypad, the cover glides open or closed. When shut, the cover locks securely in place—strong enough to support weight and prevent accidental entry.

The benefits speak for themselves

Why We Recommend Them

  • Safety: Prevents children, pets, and wildlife from accessing the pool when unattended.

  • Code Compliance: Eliminates the need for fencing, door alarms, and window sensors.

  • Cleanliness: Keeps leaves and debris out, drastically reducing maintenance time.

  • Efficiency: Helps retain heat and reduce evaporation, saving on energy costs.

  • Seasonal Use: Can double as a winter cover, providing year-round protection.

We don’t just recommend them—we’ve refined how they’re installed to deliver a better experience and a more beautiful result.

Learn More about the benefits of Automatic Pool Covers

The Outdoor Dreams Difference

What makes our Automatic Pool Cover Installations Better?

1. We Work with the Best: Cover-Pools by CoverSafe

We exclusively install Cover-Pools automatic pool covers from CoverSafe, a nationally trusted name and true industry leader. Their systems are engineered for longevity, strength, and reliability—and they stand behind their products just as we stand behind our work.

2. Our Tracks Are Hidden—Always

You won’t find surface-mounted tracks on our projects. We install all track systems inconspicuously beneath the pool coping for a clean, seamless look that enhances rather than detracts from your pool design.

3. Motors and Spools? Completely Concealed.

Instead of the bulky plastic or aluminum covers you see elsewhere, we conceal the cover motor and spool in a recessed poolside trough. We use walk-on brackets and custom coping stones to create a flush, high-end finish that blends perfectly with your pool’s hardscape.

4. In-House Electrical Expertise

We don’t outsource this critical piece. Our in-house electrician handles the system wiring and works with you to determine the best placement for your control keypad—ensuring both functionality and a clean, professional finish.

5. Tiled Transition

For a clean and finished look, our transition from pool shell to recessed poolside trough is always tiled.

Highest Quality Covers

Highest Quality Covers

Hidden Tracks - Always

Hidden Tracks - Always

Completely Concealed Motors & Spools

Completely Concealed Motors & Spools

Tiled Transition

Tiled Transition

Final Thoughts

Bottom Line

We believe automatic covers are an essential part of today’s best poolscapes. And while the benefits are universal, the installation quality is not. At Outdoor Dreams, we’ve refined every step of the process to make sure your cover works beautifully, looks beautiful, and is built to last.

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