Want a pool heating solution that is affordable, low on maintenance and effective? Look no further than the heat pump for your pool! This is hands down one of the most effective ways to heat up your swimming pool at fraction of the cost it would take to heat it with a pool gas or solar heater.
So what makes a pool heat pump the most affordable and the best alternative to solar heaters or gas heaters? Let’s dive in
Why A Pool Heat Pump is the Best Pool Heating System For You
High Efficiency and Significant Savings vs. Gas/ Solar Pool Heating
Pool heat pumps are highly efficient and have low operating costs, thus making them the most cost-effective choice to heat your pool.
Heat pumps rely on the air to heat the pool water. They capture and transfer heat from the surrounding area to heat the pool water that is circulated through it. Since they aren’t heating using either electricity or gas, the energy costs are much lower. Thus running expenses are less and the impact on the environment too is far less than others pool heating systems. It is thus a popular choice for outdoor swimming pools and works best during summer and mild weather. However, all heat pumps are not created equal, you need to invest in the right size to get the maximum benefits and keep costs down. So this is where it is important to have the right company like Thermo Pools with the right products. Here is a quick comparison to explain why it overshadows the others in efficiency.
Propane/ natural gas heater are a better option when time is a priority and you want to heat your pool instantly. However, it is very expensive since it relies on gas.
While solar pool heating is a popular choice for being cost-competitive and carries low annual operating costs, they are not feasible because of the high upfront cost, and the large requirement for roof space. However, they aren’t feasible for every situation.
Tips to Choose the Right Pool Heat Pump
Although pool heat pumps have a high upfront cost, the low operating expenses and significant savings over the long term, more than make up for the initial outlay. But how do you choose the right heat pump from the various brands on the market? Here are 3 tips to choose the one best for you
1. Compare the COP values
The energy efficiency of a heat pump pool heater is measured by the coefficient of performance (COP). The higher the COP number, the higher the efficiency. While comparing the COPs of different models or brands is the not sole determining indicator unless you know that both manufacturers use the same test for each model. However, usually COPs range from 3.0 to 7.0 (i.e. 300% – 700% efficiency)
2. Size
It is critical to choose the right-sized pool heat pump that matches the volume of your pool to keep the costs down. Because if you get too small a heat pump, you’ll incur huge bills. You will, however, need a trained pool professional to perform an accurate sizing analysis and determine the best heat pump pool heater size. Heat Pump pool heaters are rated by their Btu output and horsepower (hp). A good rule of thumb is to go for a larger size pool, by at least 5000Lfor better efficiency, rather than sizing it for better efficiency.
3. Efficiency
High-efficiency heat pump pool heaters use scroll compressors in comparison to reciprocal compressors of standard units. Since in a heat pump, the more efficiently the gas is compressed, the higher the COP of the heat pump, Scroll (Spiral) compressors are more efficient because their compact design results in continuously compressed and pressurized liquid and gasses, moving them quickly through the heating cycle for higher efficiency.
Which is the best place to install a heat pump pool heater?
The optimum efficiency of a heat pump depends upon good airflow and therefore where possible, a heat pump must be installed outdoors for it to get a good supply of fresh air. Whether you choose a vertical fan or horizontal fan heat pump model, either way, ensure that the air expelled by the fan, blows away without any obstruction of hedges, fences or walls to avoid recirculation. It should also have sufficient clearances of ideally 2.5 meters on all three sides for airflow.
Summing Up
The right commercial heat pump is what you need when it comes to pool heating or cooling the water as per your precise needs. At Thermo Pool, our range of commercial heat pumps uses advanced controllers to facilitate the machine to heat or cool your pool water with effectiveness and low working costs. Customers across Australia trust us for expert advice and we’d be delighted to be of service to you with a free quote.
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