Millville, NJ Pool, Liner, and Cover Damaged by Fallen Tree

When a tree falls on the cover of a swimming pool in Millville, NJ, our inspector not only inspects the pool, pool liner, and cover for damage, but provides an estimate for the required repairs.

Swimming Pool Inspection in Millville, NJ Observations and Analysis

Our inspector visited the property in question to inspect the damage that was caused by the fallen tree. A photo of the tree on the pool cover was provided by the insured. Our inspector made the following observations:

• The decking was cracked and chipped (13 feet).
• The coping was cracked (10-12 feet).
• The pool cover was a Coverlon cover.
• There were 4 tears in 3 panels in the cover.
• The vinyl liner was torn at the bead, where the tree hit.

Millville, NJ Pool Inspection Results

It was plainly clear to our inspector that the damage was caused by the impact of the tree falling on the pool and cover. This was corroborated by a photograph provided by the insured that showed the tree trunk on the cover of the pool. The damage was consistent with the picture in terms of where the damage was located on the pool and pool cover. Because the damage was caused by the fallen tree, the homeowners held no responsibility for the damage, and had no part in causing the damage.

Repair Estimates for Millville, NJ Pool

Because of the damage, the cover, concrete, coping, and liner all needed to be replaced. The most expensive aspects of the repairs were replacing the cover and the liner, which each cost well over $2,000. The total repairs for the damage to this pool would end up costing well over $6,000 including tax.

The damage caused to this pool could not have been avoided; fortunately, no one was injured in this incident. With an inspection from Swimming Pool Inspection Services, and an accurate estimate for repairs, these homeowners were able to get their pool up and running in time for summer.