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We’ve been in the pool heating industry for quite some time. And during that time, we’ve heard a full range of bad advice about pool heaters. From baseless claims and recommendations, to plain inaccurate information and bloated promises. There’s truly no shortage of bad information no matter which industry you’re in. But doesn’t mean you …

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Every pool owner knows it’s important to shock your pool. But what exactly does it mean to shock a pool? [New pool owner? Have a whole bunch of other questions? Our Pool Owner Guide is your answer] What does pool shock do? Pool shock is sanitizer, or rather an oxidizing compound designed to kill bacteria …

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Whether you’re a new pool owner or a veteran, you’ve likely heard plenty of myths about pool heaters over time. Claims that sound completely true, but never quite add up. Well, we’re here to clear the air of all that misinformation floating around.   20 Myths About Pool Heaters: BUSTED     Above ground pool …

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You’re trying to heat up your pool so you can swim more often throughout the year. Right? Or maybe you’re a new pool owner, and the idea of an ice cold pool is  simply terrifying. [New pool owner? Check out our Pool Owner Guide] Whatever your reasons may be, know that you’re making an excellent …

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how do geothermal pool heat pumps work

On the surface, geothermal pool heat pumps work similar to air-source pool heat pumps, the more common of the two. Both types of pool heat pumps rely on a high-pressure refrigerant system to transfer heat to your pool water. But what sets these two apart is how they source heat. Air-source pool heat pumps harvest heat …

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how much electricity does a pool heater use

If you landed on this page, then chances are you’re here for one of two reasons: You’re trying to decide which pool heater is best for you You’re doing a bit of research on the pool heater you already have Figuring out how much energy each type of pool heater uses is a great first step in …

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“How in the world can a heater designed to run on electricity possibly save me money?” In the pool heating industry, this question is all too common. It’s completely counter-intuitive to believe that any piece of machinery that requires electricity could end up saving you money. But just for a moment, let’s throw caution to …

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Pool Heat Pumps and Solar Heaters

Are you trying to extend your pool season? Using pool heat pumps and solar pool heaters together can be the perfect solution   There’s no denying that solar pool heaters are among one of the most environmentally friendly pool heating solutions available. Avoiding a heavy strain on electricity, they warm up your water using solar heat energy. …

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Pool Heater Comparison | Pool Heater Comparison Chart

There’s a wide variety of pool heaters out there these days, but in the end, they all serve the same purpose. Taking that into consideration, if all pool heaters essentially do the same job, which one does it best? That’s where the subjectivity of the issue comes into play. In reality, only the consumer can …

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Picture this. Swim season is about to begin and you’re planning a huge family get-together in a week. You walk to your backyard, uncover the pool and find what looks to more closely resemble a swamp than any swimmable body of water. This isn’t the first time you’ve dealt with algae build up in your pool, …

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