Solar Pool Heaters

A solar heating system for your pool is an economical alternative to expensive conventional heaters. Solar collectors capture free energy from the sun and use it to heat your pool.

How does a solar swimming pool heater work?
A solar pool heater is simple to operate and doesn't change the way you operate standard pool equipment. Solar collectors are usually mounted on the roof of your home or other structure such as a shed or garage. This is the least expensive option and doesn't take up extra space on the property. When suitable roof space is not available, collectors can be ground-mounted on a rack.

The existing pool pump is used to circulate water from the swimming pool through the solar collectors and back to the pool. On sunny days, an automatic controller diverts the water to the roof by a motorized valve. The automatic valve uses special temperature sensors to determine when the solar collectors should be used. For those on a budget, a manual valve can be used. However, this tends to be an impractical option for most people because the valve must be turned at least twice a day at exactly the right time.

Reasons to use Solar Heating for your swimming pool.

Less Expensive Pool Heating Costs
As energy costs rise it makes more and more sense to install a Solar Pool Heating system. Installing a Solar Pool Heater is essentially a one-time cost and once the system is installed, there are no more heating bills to pay. If you already have a gas or electric swimming pool heater, you can still benefit from the cost savings you will realize when implementing the system. Solar pool heating for you pool is certainly a wise investment that can save you money year after year.

Extends the Swimming Season
Start swimming earlier in the spring and continue swimming later into fall. With a properly sized solar pool heater you can keep your pool warmer and open longer using free energy from the sun. On average, a solar swimming pool heater can add two to four weeks to either end of the swimming season.

Solar Pool Equipment is Durable
Solar swimming pool equipment typically lasts longer than gas or electric heaters. You can expect fuel heaters to last seven to 10 years. Most gas heaters come with a two-year warranty, and well-made heat pumps carry a two-year warranty with five years on the compressors. Most solar panels have a minimum 10-year warranty and with proper yearly maintenance, they generally last 15 to 20 years or longer.

Less Maintenance
Gas and electric pool heaters should be serviced by a technician every year. On the other hand, solar pool heaters require very little servicing resulting in less cost and less hassle for you the pool owner.

Environment Friendly
Using solar energy instead of burning fossil fuels not only saves money but reduces usage of non-renewable energy sources and reduces input of smog into our environment.