Solar heat for pools is an excellent option to reduce toxic gas discharge and at the same time saves pool users a lot of money. The current state of the environment and global economy has generated so much interest in alternative options that are efficient, earth-friendly, safe and inexpensive. Solar heat for pools is a clear choice to address all these concerns.
This type of heater utilizes sunlight to generate electricity and heat to keep pool water warm and comfortable. Solar heat for pools cost-efficient as it does away with other pool heating costs. Installation cost for such heaters is almost equal to heat pump applications. First cost may be a little expensive but there is almost zero operating cost in using solar heat for pools. In fact energy comes from the sun and is for free. A pool heater powered by the Sun can last between 10 and 15 years if installed and maintained properly.
One might ask how a solar heat for pools works. It is rather simple. The Sun's heat serves as fuel to heat pool water. This type of energy is collected using panels that absorb sunlight. These panels are installed to collect heat from the sun. Cold water that is pumped from the pool through the panels is kept warm by collected heat coming from the sun. As water is heated, it is pumped back to the pool.
Just like any gas fired pool heater, using solar heat for pools have fully automatic features making operation easy for the homeowners and other end users.
Solar heat for pools is environmentally friendly because it does not use fossil fuels that release pollutants to the environment. While gas-fired heaters and heat pumps can worsen air pollution, pool heaters using the Sun as the main source of energy do not contribute to any kind of pollution. Global warming is inevitable with our continued global population growth. We can only slow down the global warming process. Little things like using renewable energy such as solar heat for pools can help us achieve that goal.
To make the most out of the panels, most installers would suggest that these sunlight collectors be installed facing south. The truth is that these panels do not need to face south as long as these are exposed to the sun for the most part of the day. Properly sized panels can yield the same results regardless of where these panels are facing.
These panels are typically installed on rooftops. These can also be mounted anywhere on the ground or using racks as long as these panels are exposed to the sun.
Solar heat for pools can be optimized by proper selection and sizing. The size of your swimming pool is a major consideration. Another factor is the position, inclination and direction of the solar panels. You may want to consider how long you intend to use your swimming pool in a year and if using a pool cover makes sense.
Solar heat for pools has been widely used for over 30 years now because it is an environment-friendly and cost efficient option.
