Pools require 22,000 to 60,000 liters of water and heating a typical in-ground pool can represent about 30% of a household energy bill.
While choosing a minimum 5-star energy-efficient pool heat pump or solar pool heating system is a great way to keep the energy bills lower, we bring you the 5 most cost-effective heating options to extend the pool season and make big savings too.
1. POOL BLANKETS
Did you know that evaporation drives almost 75% of the heat loss in your pool? A pool blanket or solar blanket keeps evaporation to a minimum which in turn minimises heat loss during the night when the ambient air temperature drops below the temperature of the water in the pool. Moreover, choosing a pool blanket also helps reduce the size of the pool heater you plan to buy, which can further save money. Pool blankets range from UV-stabilised polyethylene to bubble covers made of thick-grade plastic with UV inhibitors.
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2. GROW POOL-FRIENDLY PLANTS TO ADD A WINDBREAK
Wind can speed up the evaporation of pool water and growing plants around your pool help combat its effects. It acts as a barrier to curb the wind’s speed and thus minimises the cooling of the pool, especially at night. You may either prefer landscaping by growing plants that can thrive in an environment where wind and salt exposure are expected.
Alternatively, you can use artificial hedges to give the appearance of foliage to provide wind protection as also privacy from neighbors. Some popular plants to plant for your pool include Agave, Star Jasmine, Bromeliads, Cycads, Sago Palms, Cordyline, Echiums and others.
3. SOLAR POOL HEATING SYSTEMS
Solar pool heaters are the most cost-effective option that uses the sun’s energy to heat your swimming pool water. It uses solar collectors, filter, a pump and a flows control valve to heat the pool in a way that is very economical. In fact, it pays for itself within 3-5 years and incurs almost negligible operating costs. It is important to note that the quality and design of solar collectors will have a major influence on the effectiveness of the solar pool heating system.
Unlike loose strips, our Thermopanel tubes at Thermopools are held together with our unique interlocking system so no dust or moisture is trapped. Further, our Thermotube solar panels are superior to most solar pool heaters as it has 80 tubes in every square meter (most have 60 tube/ sqm system) and the pool heating tubes have an 8mm external diameter that is recommended by CSIRO as the most efficient size for Australian conditions. This together adds up to deliver 45% greater efficiency compared to other solar pool heaters.
4. POOL HEAT PUMP
If a solar pool heater is not feasible and you don’t want the expense of gas heating, pool heat pumps are the most cost-effective solution. They are extremely energy-efficient and use ambient warm air to heat the pool. It is a great choice if you want the highest performance, the quietest and most cost-effective swimming pool heater.
At Thermo pools, our AstralPool heat pumps use new inverter technology and feature corrosion-proof titanium heat exchangers for maximum strength and long life. This allows you to save energy and enjoy swimming more quicker at a constant temperature.
5. PROGRAM YOUR EQUIPMENT FOR OFF-PEAK TIMES
It is recommended to operate your pool during the warmest part of the day when the sun is at its peak. This helps the pool heater quickly reach an extremely high level of COP (Co-efficiency of Performance) for the highest performance.
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