Interested in making your pool heat pump last longer?
In this post, we explain the importance of pool heat pump maintenance
Buying a pool heat pump is one of the most important investments you make as a pool owner. It allows you to easily extend your pool season, and enjoy the benefits of warm water on demand. Without a heater, swim seasons are much shorter, and swimming during cold weather is basically out of the question.
And this is why it’s so important to protect your investment, your pool heat pump. Because if you expect it to heat your pool for the long run, then it’s your duty to prepare it for the long run.
And that’s what this post is all about: the importance of pool heat pump maintenance, and how you benefit from it
Do pool heat pumps need servicing?
Let’s compare a pool heat pump to a car.
Both machines are built with performance, reliability, and certain expectations in mind.
Just like a car, a quality pool heat pump is built to perform for years. But as precisely engineered as pool heat pumps are, they can’t be left to work endlessly without any attention or care. Much like a car, your pool heat pump does best when serviced regularly.
Which is why for consistent performance, it’s important to maintain your pool heat pump. Because every pool heater is a victim of aging and wear and tear.
Without regular pool heat pump maintenance, parts start breaking down and the unit’s performance suffers.
Long story short, depriving a pool heat pump of regular maintenance reduces its lifespan and costs you hundreds in repairs down the road.
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Basic Pool Heat Pump Maintenance | Maintaining a pool heat pump
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That being said, there are plenty of steps you can take to extend your pool heat pump’s lifespan.
But first things first: we don’t recommend opening up your pool heat pump unless you have the help of a pool heating specialist.
Now that doesn’t mean that the ambitious do-it-yourself pool owner isn’t capable of a successful repair or tune up. In fact, a DIY pool heater repair service could be the perfect solution.
But due to refrigerant components and other delicate parts, advanced repairs are best left to the certified pool heat pump technicians. They’re equipped with years of industry experience and all the right tools to get the job done efficiently, which saves you time and stress.
[Thinking about doing a repair yourself? Check out DIY Pool Heater Troubleshooting]
Basic Pool Heat Pump Maintenance For Pool Owners
The essentials of pool heat pump maintenance start at the source.
Maintain good airflow
Your pool heat pump requires proper airflow to operate at maximum efficiency. So, keep the area around the pool heat pump free from obstructions like branches and bushes.
The better your pool heat pump can “breathe”, the better it’ll perform.
Keep it clean
On a similar note, make a habit to practice some simple housekeeping, and remove any debris buildup (leaves, twigs, pebbles, etc.) that begins to collect on or around your the unit.
Avoid water?
Despite the fact that pool heaters constantly deal with water, persistently exposing the unit’s internals to water can do serious damage. This can sometimes be caused by flooding or sprinkler systems.
Avoid internal water damage by keeping your pool heat pump in dry, elevated spot away from sprinklers.
Keep it in shape
Simply using your heat pump is one the best things you can do for it. Routinely running the unit promotes good water circulation and helps prevent internal corrosion and debris buildup.
Of course, don’t forget to give your pool heat pump the love it deserves with an annual service call – it’s the easiest way to keep your unit in tip-top shape for years!
[Want to learn more about your pool heat pump? Check out Top 10 Pool Heat Pump FAQs]
