Pool Enclosure vs Permanents

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20. 08. 2025

This comparison delves into the comparative benefits of pool enclosures versus other permanent pool structures. From enhancing safety and initial investment to minimizing maintenance and installation time, the unique advantages of pool enclosures are examined in contrast to traditional pool constructions.


Retractable Pool Enclosure	Permanent Pool Structure
Pool Safety	Fully lockable.	Can be designed to be fully lockable.
Initial Investment	Lower	Higher
Property taxes	Does not add to taxable value of home. Considered a non permanent structure.	Increases property taxes which must be paid EVERY quarter.
HVAC requirements	None. Only heating pool water as needed and the greenhouse effect are used.	HVAC system must run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to control the humidity, temperature, mold and mildew. EXPENSIVE monthly utility bills.
Mold Resistance	No materials used in the construction of the enclosures which provide an environment for mold to grow.	Indoor swimming pools are the ideal environment for mold growth as they are intentionally humid and warm. Dampness and molding have both been linked to a wide array of health related issues, including headaches, asthma, skin irritations, allergic reactions, and other serious respiratory problems.
Installation Time	Many installs completed in 1 day. Can be designed to come delivered fully built.	Months. Must be entirely built onsite.
Maintenance	Low. Wash enclosure with water as needed.	High. Yearly maintenance required for HVAC system. Also will require similar maintenance as a home such as paint, roof, siding, windows, etc.
Ventilation	Unlimited. Completely remove enclosure from pool if desired.	Limited by the number of windows or doors. The chlorine used to disinfect swimming pools combines with nitrogen compounds to form the disinfection by product, chloramines. These compounds are a strong irritant on the skin, eyes, nose and throat.
Nice weather	Slide enclosure completely off pool and the sky is the limit.	Remain inside. No opportunity to enjoy weather

See the comparison between Pool Enclosure and Auto Cover.