Automatic pool covers are often treated as an add-on. In reality, they affect structural layout, deck detailing, vault dimensions, drainage, and electrical planning. If the cover is not considered early, it becomes a retrofit problem.
The right time to plan for an automatic pool cover is during structural design. Vault sizing must be determined before concrete is placed. Track selection influences coping and deck layout. Drainage must be addressed before finishes go in. Electrical conduit routing should be planned before decking is poured.
Waiting until the end of the project creates avoidable complications. Track alignment may not match final dimensions. Vault space may be insufficient. Drainage access may be limited. These issues are preventable with early coordination.
For rectangular pools, planning is straightforward but still requires measurement accuracy. For freeform designs, vanishing edges, raised bond beams, or renovation projects, structural integration becomes more technical. The cover must be designed around the pool as it is built, not how it appeared in the original drawings.
Builders who coordinate cover selection during the design phase reduce jobsite delays, eliminate rework, and avoid post-installation adjustments.
Automatic covers are mechanical systems integrated into a structural environment. Treating them as part of the build — not an afterthought — leads to cleaner installations and better long-term performance.
If you are planning a new build or renovation that includes an automatic cover, early coordination makes the difference.
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I’ve been installing automatic pool covers for over 10 years, working on everything from straightforward builds to complex vanishing edge and perimeter overflow projects. I have hands-on experience with hidden track systems, concealed vault lids, hidden leading edge installations, and specialty finishes like stone and tile lids with stainless steel trays.
I’ve worked with Aquamatic, Coverstar, Automatic Pool Covers, and Cover-Pools systems, handling installation, maintenance, and repairs. No matter the setup, I focus on getting it aligned and operating the way it should.
I moved to the United States when I was six, spent two years in Florida, and have lived in Michigan for nearly 30 years. I’m married to my wife Carmen, and we have a daughter, Adaly, and a newborn son, Oscar. My family is what motivates me to keep growing and doing things the right way.
Outside of work, I enjoy resin epoxy projects, carpentry, working on cars, fishing, and spending time with my family.
Christopher brings a strong mechanical mindset and a practical, solution-oriented approach to every project. He has spent eight years in the pool industry, with experience in both renovations and new construction, giving him a well-rounded understanding of how systems are built, rebuilt, and corrected in the field.
Before entering the pool industry, Christopher spent over eleven years in customer service and sales, along with four years in finance. That background shows up in how he communicates, how he approaches problem-solving, and how he works with builders and homeowners. Clear conversations. Thoughtful recommendations. No shortcuts.
He grew up working in the garage with his dad, learning how things come apart and go back together. That early hands-on experience shaped the way he thinks today. He enjoys digging into mechanical challenges, finding practical solutions, and looking for cost-effective improvements that make systems function better.
Christopher is deeply rooted in family values. Married to his wife Amber for fifteen years and father to Bella and Jackson, he believes business should be done with care, honesty, and respect. He approaches projects the same way he would if they were for his own family.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, working on and modifying vehicles, and playing video games when time allows.