Gas Pool Heaters

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June 14, 2024 – 01:29 pm

Are you looking for a way to utilize your swimming pool for as much of the year as possible? At River Pools we meet with hundreds of folks across Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia each year regarding their inground pool projects and we receive many questions regarding pool heaters. Today we're going to discuss the benefits of heating your pool, different heating options, and how much each option costs initially and on a monthly basis.

Why Would I Want to Heat My Pool?

Great question! Without a pool heater your swim season may only last three or four months, while the addition of a heater will typically extend your swim season about two months depending on location and climate. We all know how much kids enjoy the swimming pool and closing time can be kind of a bummer but with a pool heater you and your family can maximize the fun.

What Kind Of Pool Heaters Are There?

There are three main types of pool heaters:

Solar
Heat Pump (electric)
Gas

How Do They Work?

Solar Pool Heaters are very efficient in southern climates year-round and extends swim time in northern climates. By using the sun's energy the existing pool pump will circulate the water through the heater which will be typically located on the rooftop or on a frame constructed in the yard. The downs Solar heating requires a system equal to 50%-100% of the pool's surface. While solar energy may be free, the pool pump must be running for the solar heater to properly operate which can increase your electric bill.

Electric Heat Pump amazingly, the electric heat pump is actually a form of solar energy. How is that possible? Well the sun warms the air and that heat is pulled from the air. This warm air is pulled in, enhanced, and transferred into the water, requiring temperatures of approximately 55+ to properly function.

Gas Pool Heaters use either propane or natural gas. Operating independently of outdoor temperature conditions, gas pool heaters burn the fuel within a combustion chamber all while your pool water runs through copper coils to then return to the pool warm.

Source: www.riverpoolsandspas.com

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How Gas Pool Heaters Work

Pool heaters work by re-cycling water, so the water will not be hot to the touch when it comes through the pool jets or inlets. Heat is added gradually as the water is turned over in the pool.