Well, you have finally decided to buy a solar pool heating system that will save precious energy, contributing considerably to the green initiative, making our environment a safer place to live in. Now, you need to choose your solar pool heating system with the utmost care, asking the right questions to make a well-informed buying decision.
Essential questions that you need to ask are mentioned below:
[1] Can a solar heater heat my pool’s water all around the year?
Yes, high-quality panels can heat your pool water all year. If the temperature is around 21 degrees Celsius or above, the water will be heated to a considerable extent. Get in touch with a solar pool-heating provider and enquire how to size the PV (photovoltaic) solar system with extra collectors so that you can heat the pool water as much as you need. When you spend a bit more on a larger system, it will certainly lengthen the swimming season. Actually, during the cooler months too, you can take an uplifting dip.
[2] What is the process to heat pool water?
With a functioning pool pump, the water is dispersed through a number of valves to the collectors. Then the water goes into the collectors’ base and gradually ascends through each solar collector tube. When pool water ascends, it is heated by the sun’s natural energy. Subsequently, the water is guided towards the pool and the same cycle is repeated until the water is warm enough for a relaxing dip. By guiding water through the solar panels, the sun’s heat is transmitted to the pool.
[3] With what efficiency does solar energy heat the pool water?
A right-sized PV system that comes with glass panels will make the pool water comfortable for an invigorating swim; that too, without paying for inflated electricity bills. Besides, you can use a pool cover to maintain lukewarm water. Pool covers are extremely resourceful in lowering heat loss during the night. Glazed panels can substantially enhance heating efficiency on even windy and cooler days, so you should consider installing them. What we generally recommend is to select solar panels that have the capability to heat a medium-sized pool from 25 degrees to 29 degrees Celsius, and the majority of them run at an efficiency rate of 90 percent. However, you can enhance the panel’s efficiency with solar electric panels (a.k.a. photovoltaic panels) that effectively power appliances, homes, and commercial enterprises.
[4] Can solar panels operate efficiently in cloudy conditions?
Solar panels will continue to imbibe the sun’s radiation as long as you are using the PV system during the day. The quantity of radiation imbibed is then transferred to your pool. This means your swimming pool water will be heated in cloudy conditions too. However, installing more panels to absorb more of the sun’s natural energy is recommended for improved efficiency. It is prudent to use a pool blanket to lower heat loss regardless of the type of solar pool heater that you may have installed.
[5] What size of solar collectors should I choose? And how much space is required to set it up?
The entire surface area of a solar heater may differ from 60% to 110% of the surface area of your swimming pool. The space needed to set up solar collectors will depend on many factors like the pool’s geographical location, the direction of your roof, the pool’s structure and heating requirements.
[6] How much time is needed to install a pool heater?
Suppose, you’re taking the assistance of a professional installer, it shouldn’t take more than 2 to 3 days to install a rooftop solar pool heater. However, the required time will also depend on the make and size of your PV system, the roof type you have and if any concrete, trenching or repair work requires to be completed.
[7] Can I Recover The Costs? If Yes, By When
Well, if you use electric heaters to heat your pool water, you fork out a considerable sum to the electricity company and over the years, it accumulates little by little. Nevertheless, once the PV system is installed, it will help you to save considerably on your energy bills and will have paid for itself in two to three years’ time.
Final words:
If you’re pondering buying a solar pool heating system, then you should know your budget and heating requirements right before you invest. Although an upfront payment is involved, solar panels will cut down your power bills in the upcoming months and years. If you require added handiness, it is prudent to select pool heaters with an automatic controller.
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