Your Pool Heater Can Be More Economical

At one time pool heaters were considered to be a luxury item, but no more. The latest improvements have made pool heating an affordable option. From more efficient gas heaters to superior heat pumps along with solar heater technology have made it economical to maintain a more comfortable water temperature in your pool, which extends the pool season.

Using propane or natural gas, gas heaters have been one of the most popular methods of pool heating. Most of the gas heaters used today function at 60 to 80 percent efficiency. Some even of the heaters are even functioning at 90 percent efficiency. Gas heaters will heat the water in your pool very rapidly. There are gas heater models specifically designed to meet the requirements of Texas and California for the low nitrogen oxide emissions.

Heat pumps are the perfect method for heating the water in your pool in warmer states. They will transfer heat from the air to the pool water very efficiently. When compared to electric, oil and gas heaters, heat pumps can cost much less to operate, which could save you hundreds of dollars in energy costs. The heat pump works efficiently in temperatures of about 45 -50º F and still heat the pool or spas to a toasty 104º F. You can find a heat pump with dual temperature controls, which will allow you to heat the pool at a different temperature than the spa.

Solar heaters are very economical and are environmentally friendly. As you know solar power is generated by the rays o

the sun. The solar panels collect heat from the sun and the pool water is then warmed as it is pumped through the panels. Solar heaters can heat pool water up to the mid 80's. In areas where there is ample sunlight they can be used year round. The solar panels can also be used to cool the water by pumping the water through the panels at night.

The solar panels need to be as large as 50 -100 percent of the total pool surface area to work effectively. With the larger solar panels a larger pump may be needed to pump the water through the panels. The panels need to be attached on a deck, a roof, a rack, or on the ground. They must have direct, unobstructed sunlight from the south. Solar panels may not work for you if you don't have the right amount of space or the direct sunlight. Also before you install solar panels you may need to find out if your area is zoned for solar panels.

Using a thermal pool cover is the best way to retain the heat in your pool's water. Much of your pool's heat is lost at the surface of the water. At only seven miles per hour a breeze can allow heat to escape from the pool's water. By retaining the heat in your pool, your pool will cost much less to heat.

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