The Golden Rule
If you're building a new pool and considering a cover, involve a pool cover specialist at the planning stage — not after construction is complete. This ensures you get the best installation options, optimal aesthetics, and often a better price.
Building a new pool is exciting — but it's also the perfect time to plan for a pool cover. Integration during construction opens up options that simply aren't available for existing pools.
Why Early Planning Matters
"With new builds it's a long process — multiple visits, endless site meetings, making sure the structure was built to our specifications. We coordinate with pool builders, main contractors, plumbers, electricians, decking specialists and tilers. We play a central coordination role in integrated solutions."
— Designer Pool Covers Installation Team
Better Aesthetics
Fully concealed tracks and mechanisms possible
Lower Cost
Fewer adaptations and retrofitting needed
More Options
All installation types available
New Build Installation Options
Under Track / Under Mechanism (Recessed)
Best for: Ultimate aesthetics
The mechanism is hidden in a wet pit at one end of the pool, with tracks concealed in the pool walls. When closed, only the cover surface is visible — everything else disappears.
✓ Only possible during new construction
Below Ground (Slatted Covers)
Best for: PoolDeck slatted automatic covers
The slat mechanism is housed in a concealed pit, rolling out across the water surface. The housing can be covered with decking that matches your poolside area.
✓ Requires pit construction during build
Safety Ledge Integration
Best for: Slatted covers with full safety
For slatted covers to provide genuine safety, they need a safety ledge built into the pool formwork — a detail 50-70mm below water level that prevents slats from sinking under weight.
✓ Must be built into pool structure
The New Build Process
Early Consultation
Before pool construction begins, consult with a cover specialist about your options.
Specification Sharing
Technical specifications are provided to your pool builder for integration.
First-Fix Installation
Concealed tracks, pits, and ledges installed during pool construction phase.
Coordination
Ongoing coordination with plumbers, electricians, tilers, and decking specialists.
Final Installation
Cover mechanism and fabric installed after pool is complete and filled.
Choosing the Right Pool Builder
Expert Tip: "If you have not yet built your pool, identify a reputable pool builder early. Working with experienced pool builders prevents costly retrofits and ensures covers are correctly integrated during construction. We can provide trusted referrals — we only refer builders whose work reflects positively on our own reputation."
Not all pool builders have experience with cover integration. Ask potential builders about their experience with pool covers, and consider having your cover specialist speak with them directly to ensure proper coordination.
Planning a New Pool?
Talk to us early in the process. We can advise on the best cover options for your design and coordinate with your pool builder for seamless integration.