Project Overview
In Lakewood, New Jersey, the homeowners wanted to create a backyard pool area that could be enjoyed in every season. Changing weather conditions often limited how frequently the pool could be used comfortably.
Their goal was to protect the pool area while preserving the natural light and open feel of the backyard.
Project Details
Location: Lakewood, New Jersey
Industry: Residential
Roof System: CabrioEnclosure
Wall System: Sliding Door System
Dimensions: 27.3 ft x 56 ft
Cabrio Solution
Cabrio Structures designed a custom CabrioEnclosure that integrates directly with the home.
Lakewood uses:
- CabrioEnclosure roof system
- Single peak retractable enclosure design
- Automatic electric drive system
- Sliding doors with flyscreens
The enclosure’s retractable bays slide away from the house and rest on extended tracks, opening the pool area when desired.
Result
Extended Swimming Season
The enclosure allows the homeowners to enjoy their pool far beyond the summer months.
Comfortable Family Gathering Space
The protected environment makes the pool area ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
Cleaner Pool Environment
The structure helps keep leaves, debris, and insects away from the pool.
A Backyard Space for All Seasons
The pool area has become a year-round destination for recreation and relaxation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pool Enclosures in Lakewood, NJ
Lakewood’s temperatures regularly dip below freezing from December through February and summer humidity can be intense. A retractable pool enclosure from Cabrio Structures is built with durable framing and polycarbonate glazing rated for snow loads, wind gusts, and thermal cycling. In winter, the enclosure stays closed to trap warmth and protect the pool from ice and debris. In summer, the panels retract fully so you get open-air swimming with no compromise. The structure handles seasonal swings without warping, fogging, or loss of function.
Yes. Most of our enclosures are designed for retrofit installation on existing backyard pools. The system mounts on independent track rails that sit alongside your pool deck, so there’s no need to modify the pool shell itself. For Lakewood homes with concrete, paver, or travertine decking, the foundation requirements are straightforward. A site survey determines the exact track layout, clearance for retracted bays, and tie-in points to the home’s exterior wall if a lean-to configuration is chosen.
Without an enclosure, the outdoor pool season in Ocean County typically runs from late May through mid-September, roughly four months. With a retractable enclosure, homeowners in Lakewood report comfortable pool use from early March through late November, and some swim year-round by pairing the enclosure with a pool heater. That’s potentially eight or more additional months of use from a single investment.
Spring in central New Jersey brings unpredictable rain, gusty winds, and rapid temperature drops. When closed, the pool enclosure forms a sealed barrier that blocks wind-driven rain and keeps airborne pollen, leaves, and debris out of the water. The polycarbonate roof panels allow natural daylight through while deflecting hail and heavy downpours. Homeowners can keep the pool heated and swim comfortably even during a nor’easter passing through the region.
Absolutely. For families, a pool enclosure adds a physical barrier between the pool and the outdoors, which reduces unsupervised access when the system is closed. Beyond safety, it creates a controlled environment free from insects, wind chill, and UV overexposure, making pool time more enjoyable for younger swimmers. The retractable design also means you’re not locked into a permanent greenhouse feel. Open the bays on warm days, close them when the weather turns, and use the pool area as a flexible gathering space throughout the year.