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Has anyone made a solar pool heater out of pipe ?? did it work ?
I have been reading on the net about making a solar pool heater by placing black pipe on a black painted sheet of plywood with a glass / perspex cover over it , and pumping the pool water around it to heat it up, seems like it will work just wanted to know has anyone ever done this and did it work ?
Not personally, but I have a friend that did this. He ran the black tube to his roof and snaked it around up there. He said it was definitely worth the effort as he seldom had to run the heater.
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Universal Fit Pool Heater Protective Winter Cover $69.99 Universal Fit Pool Heater & Heat Pump CoversProtect your Investment from the Harsh Winter Weather!These rip-proof Pool Heater & HeatPump Covers help prevent damage to your expensive pool heater or heat pump from snow, ice, water, wind, sun and debris. Our Pool Heater & Heat Pump Coversare made with a tough waterproof vinyl exterior and a lined underside that wicks away moisture, and feature a Velcro closure for quick & easy installation- without the need to disconnect your plumbing or heating systems.Extend the life of your Pool Heater or Heat PumpHelp ensure an easy start-up next springMuch more effective than unsightly plastic tarpsGenerous fit allows airflow, keeping your heater or heat pump clean & dryUniversal Heater Cover fits:Hayward H-Series & LoNoxTeledyne Laars Lite 2, LXi, LX, LT & Hi-E2Pentair Master Temp & Max-E-ThermLochinvar Energy RiteRaypak Millivolt, Digital & LoNoxMeasures 37-1/2"L x 30-1/2"W x 36"HUniversal HeatPump Cover fits:Hayward HeatProAquapro ProSeries 750 and up & Silent SeriesAquacal Heat Wave & Aero TempPentair ThermalFloJandy Air Energy & HybridRaypak Professional Series & Classic SeriesHeat SyphonMeasures 41"L x 35"W x 43"HHigh Quality Durable Vinyl Exterior-resists tears and sunlight while protecting the heater from harmful elements and debris1" Velcro Seam-permits easy instalation around header plumbingLined Interior-prevents condensation / does not retain moisture A Heater Cover in UseDuring the Off-Season. |
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Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy 125K Pool Heater $129.99 Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy125K Pool Heater If your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater will be used in a geographic area with high-wind, we recommend use of a Jandy Legacy Outdoor VentCap. This line of high-wind stacks is made specifically for the LRZ line ofJandy Legacy Outdoor Pool Heaters. They work by preventing wind from extinguishing the pilot light during operation. Choose your Outdoor Vent Cap based on the size of your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater. This model is sized forthe 125K unit, click here to view all Jandy Legacy Heater & Vent Cap sizes. |
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Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy 175K Pool Heater $129.99 Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy175K Pool Heater If your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater will be used in a geographic area with high-wind, we recommend use of a Jandy Legacy Outdoor VentCap. This line of high-wind stacks is made specifically for the LRZ line ofJandy Legacy Outdoor Pool Heaters. They work by preventing wind from extinguishing the pilot light during operation. Choose your Outdoor Vent Cap based on the size of your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater. This model is sized forthe 175K unit, click here to view all Jandy Legacy Heater & Vent Cap sizes. |
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Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy 250K Pool Heater $129.99 Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy250K Pool Heater If your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater will be used in a geographic area with high-wind, we recommend use of a Jandy Legacy Outdoor VentCap. This line of high-wind stacks is made specifically for the LRZ line ofJandy Legacy Outdoor Pool Heaters. They work by preventing wind from extinguishing the pilot light during operation. Choose your Outdoor Vent Cap based on the size of your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater. This model is sized forthe 250K unit, click here to view all Jandy Legacy Heater & Vent Cap sizes. |
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Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy 325K Pool Heater $129.99 Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy325K Pool Heater If your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater will be used in a geographic area with high-wind, we recommend use of a Jandy Legacy Outdoor VentCap. This line of high-wind stacks is made specifically for the LRZ line ofJandy Legacy Outdoor Pool Heaters. They work by preventing wind from extinguishing the pilot light during operation. Choose your Outdoor Vent Cap based on the size of your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater. This model is sized forthe 325K unit, click here to view all Jandy Legacy Heater & Vent Cap sizes. |
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Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy 400K Pool Heater $129.99 Outdoor Vent Cap for Jandy Legacy400K Pool Heater If your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater will be used in a geographic area with high-wind, we recommend use of a Jandy Legacy Outdoor VentCap. This line of high-wind stacks is made specifically for the LRZ line ofJandy Legacy Outdoor Pool Heaters. They work by preventing wind from extinguishing the pilot light during operation. Choose your Outdoor Vent Cap based on the size of your Jandy Legacy LRZ Pool Heater. This model is sized forthe 400K unit, click here to view all Jandy Legacy Heater & Vent Cap sizes. |
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Jandy Legacy 250K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor ASME Pool Heater $2499.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 250K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor Pool Heater $2009.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 175K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor ASME Pool Heater $2279.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 175K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor Pool Heater $1829.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 125K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor ASME Pool Heater $2179.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 125K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor Pool Heater $1429.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 325K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor ASME Pool Heater $2819.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 400K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor ASME Pool Heater $3119.98 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
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Jandy Legacy 400K Electronic Natural Gas Indoor Pool Heater $2660 Jandys new line of Legacy Indoor Pool Heaters are designed specifically with high performance & lower running costs in mind. They feature electronic-ignition, a technologically-advanced dual-thermostat control, a feature-rich control panel with a user-friendly backlit display, and a simplified menu for ease of operation.Powered byNatural Gas, you can choose from a variety of Pool Heater sizes in standard or ASME-certified models. Indoor Legacy Pool Heaters are sold as kits, consisting of the corresponding Outdoor Pool Heater with a properly-sized Jandy Draft Hoodto adapt the Heater for Indoor use. Outdoor models also available.Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters Save Energy!Ceramic fiber combustion chamber for a lightweight,compact design Copper heat exchanger & Flo-Thru baffles for efficient heat transfer and lower energy use Reliable hot surface ignition systems for trouble-free operation, season after seasonIncludes a 1-Year WarrantyASME-CertificationJandy offersits complete line of residential Legacy Pool Heaters in ASME certified models. ASME approved pool heaters are made to ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards, and will perform to a set of specifications as determinedby ASME, specifically regarding the operating water pressure the appliance can handle. For additional information about ASME certification, call our Pool Experts at 1-800-983-7665.Theres a Jandy Legacy for Every Pool! Jandy Legacy Pool Heaters are available in a variety of sizes from 125K to 400K, so theres sure to be one thats perfect for your pool, your situation. Choose from the following models, see sizing chart below for details on selecting your Legacy Outdoor Pool Heater: Natural Gas / Indoor Pool Heaters(125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Natural Gas / Indoor ASME (125K, 175K, 250K, 325K, 400K)Pool Sizing GuideJandy Legacy Pool Heater Specifications |
Which Type of Pool Heater Should You Choose?
Having decided that you want a heater for your pool you then need to decide which type. The main types are gas, solar and electric (mainly heat pumps) but even within these there are a number of choices to be made.
Gas Pool Heaters
These are the most common type and they have the advantage of being able to provide heat faster than other options as they are more powerful. Heaters for in-ground pools can provide up to about 400k BTU. This is particularly useful if you heat the pool intermittently and therefore need to raise the temperature quickly.
Gas pool heaters are available to use natural gas or propane. Obviously you would use natural gas if it is available and propane would be appropriate if you already store it for other purposes. If you don't have a source of gas already available a gas heater might not be your best option.
Gas pool heaters also come in Electronic or Millivolt versions. Electronic models are micro processor controlled with electronic spark ignition like a modern boiler. Millivolt versions have a pilot light which burns all the time and wastes a small amount of gas. The heat from the pilot light is used to generate a small amount of electricity (about 500 millvolts - hence the name) which powers the controls. The former is the preferable option but it requires an electricity supply, if this is not possible a Millivolt heater is appropriate.
The disadvantage of gas heaters, particularly propane powers ones, is that they can be expensive to run.
Electric Pool Heaters
It is possible to buy a direct electric heater but these are only suitable for small above ground pools.
The type of electric heater that is becoming increasing common is the heat pump. Heat Pumps work by transferring heat from the surrounding air into the pool water, rather than generating heat themselves. This means that in terms of energy used to heat output they can be several hundred per cent efficient. As a result they are cheaper to run than gas heaters and are more environmentally friendly. They are also expected to have a longer lifetime than gas heaters.
Of course there are disadvantages to heat pumps. They are not as powerful as gas heaters and are best run continuously, to maintain the pool temperature. They also need a minimum air temperature of 45 degrees to work efficiently.
Solar Pool Heaters
These work by pumping the water through solar panels which are designed to collect solar energy. As a general rule the area of solar panels needed is the same as the surface area of the pool. Solar systems can be more expensive to install than gas heaters or heat pumps but should last longer and will be cheaper to run. In addition it is the most environmentally friendly way of heating your pool.
The disadvantages here are that there are many more issues to consider and get right with a solar installation than with the other types of heater including solar resource, climate, local building code requirements, and safety issues. In particular you are dependent of the weather so you need to be sure that your pool will be usable for the period you require.
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