Many people won't purchase a swimming pool because of the safety and liability issues that are related to owning a swimming pool. An automatic swimming pool safety cover overcomes these concerns by providing safety from accidental fall-ins during the times when the pool is not in use. Children, especially the ones under the age of five, are the most susceptible to fall into an unprotected pool. Acting as a "horizontal fence", the cover completely seals off access to the swimming pool water.
All covers sold and installed by "All About Covers" exceed ASTM F 1346-91 Safety Requirements
The cover fabric installed on the swimming pool filled to normal water level shall be capable of supporting the weight of 485 lbs. This total weight shall be composed of one 210 lb., one 225 lb. and one 50 lb. weight, each distributed over a one square foot area and all three contained within a three foot radius. The test weight shall be placed at the center of the cover system (or at least 4ft., but not to exceed 6 ft.) from the edge of the swimming pool. The above test shall not cause damage to allow any of the test objects or persons to pass through the cover.
In some areas an automatic swimming pool safety cover may be used in lieu of a fence that may be otherwise required. If this is not the case, variances are often granted to people who own an automatic safety cover. May also lower homeowners liability insurance, which generally increases with the addition of a swimming pool. Keep in mind that a house with a swimming pool and a safety cover sells better than a house with a swimming pool without a safety cover.