We provide specialized winterization services to safeguard your pool during the off-season, and when spring arrives, we handle the thorough opening process.
We provide specialized winterization services to safeguard your pool during the off-season, and when spring arrives, we handle the thorough opening process.
Newlands pools deal with a very specific mix: tall trees, plenty of shade, mountain mist, serious winter rain and a lot of leaf fall. It’s a beautiful place to have a pool, but without a cover it often feels like you’re running a leaf collector instead of a swimming spot. If you’re constantly scooping, backwashing and topping up, a good pool cover can take a lot of that pressure off.
At Cape Pools, we offer pool cover services in Newlands and the surrounding southern suburbs. We supply and install a range of options – from simple thermal blankets to strong safety covers and more advanced systems – so you can choose what matters most for your home: safety, water savings, heat retention, debris control, or a combination of all four.
A properly fitted cover helps keep out leaves, blossoms and general garden debris, cuts evaporation, makes the pool safer for children and pets, and lightens the load on your pump, cleaner and chemicals. That’s especially useful in Newlands, where shade, damp and constant organic material in the water can quickly throw off your pool balance if it’s left uncovered.
We start by looking at your pool size, shape and position – whether it’s in a shady corner under big trees, out in a sunnier patch, wrapped by decking or close to the house. From there, we’ll recommend cover options that make sense for how you use the pool, whether that’s a safety cover you can trust with kids around, a thermal blanket to help keep the water a little warmer, or a neat roll-up system that’s easy to manage even in a tighter garden.
Whether you’re close to the forest, nearer the stadium side, or in nearby areas like Rondebosch, Claremont, Bishopscourt or Fernwood, our goal is simple: supply and install a pool cover that fits properly, looks neat and genuinely makes your Newlands pool easier, safer and more affordable to live with through all four seasons. From first chat and measurements to final installation, we guide you through every step.
Choose from roll-up, track-mounted, or fully automated systems.
Covers are tailored to the exact shape and size of your pool.
UV-resistant, weatherproof, and designed for long-term use.
We install your cover with precision and ensure smooth, easy operation.
We install manual thermal covers, automatic slatted covers, safety covers, and all-weather protective covers — all customised to your pool's shape and size.
Absolutely. Covers can reduce water evaporation by up to 90% and retain heat, which means less water topping up and reduced energy use for heating.
Safety covers are specifically designed to support weight and prevent accidents. We can recommend the right option if safety is your priority.
Yes. All our covers are custom-fitted, so even freeform or kidney-shaped pools can be covered effectively.
Yes. We retrofit covers to existing pools with minimal disruption and can recommend upgrades like roller systems or automation if desired.
Most covers are low-maintenance — occasional rinsing and proper storage (if removable) will extend their life. We’ll give you care tips during installation.