Reducing Energy Costs & Save On Swimming Pool Heating
I haven’t really touched on the whole “green” theme in quite some time so I thought I’d revisit this topic and also save you a few bucks…
If you have a pool heater, enjoy these 8 items I’m sharing today - apply ‘em and save yourself some cash each month.
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1. Keep a thermometer in your pool. It will pinpoint accurately the temperature most comfortable for you.
2. Keep your thermostat at the lowest comfortable setting. Each degree more heat than needed could add more to your monthly fuel cost and use up more energy than necessary.
3. Mark the “comfort setting” on the thermostat dial. This will prevent accidental or careless over-heating and waste of energy.
4. Lower thermostat to 70 degrees when pool is to be unused for three or four days. For longer periods, shut the heater off. You will save money on fuel consumption and help conserve energy.
5. Protect your pool from wind. Wind above 3 to 5 miles per hour can lower the pool temperature substantially. A hedge, cabana or decorative fence can be an effective windbreak.
6. Use a pool cover when pool is not in use. This can reduce heat loss by as much as 50%. If you are vacationing for a couple of weeks or shutting down for winter, turn the heater off completely, including any pilot light.
7. Drain heater completely prior to freezing weather. Freezing water inside the heat exchanger can result in costly repairs.
8. Get a maintenance checkup annually. It’s your best ounce of prevention. Being proactive and being ahead of the game can save you a lot of money in the long haul. The cost is minimal and the service will keep your heater working efficiently for many years.
I truly hope you’ve enjoyed this tidbit…
Feel free to share this message with anyone else who may be searching for ways to reduce their energy costs and save a few bucks.
Wishing you all the best,
Terry
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hi, I live in a condo complex with 2 pools and 2 spas. We are trying to save money and am considering shutting down one of the pools. We are in Palm Springs, CA, the desert, very hot summers. Is it o.k. to drain one pool, cancel cleaning of that pool and just leaving it alone until we can afford to use it agian??? Thanks for your advice.
dale
Dale,
Hope all is well and good question…
I would not recommend draining the pool and leaving it exposed to the “elements”. This can cause all sorts of issues with the surface including cracks - which can be costly (and frustrating) repairs.
Not the answer you’re looking for, but the “less expensive” option is to continue servicing it.
All the best,
Terry