Heating your swimming pool at a lower cost is possible!

The temperature of swimming pool water is one of the criteria that can significantly impact the quality of swimming.

Fortunately, there are solutions for heating swimming pools, whether above ground or in-ground . While some require a higher installation cost than others, all allow you to enjoy your pools before the start of summer.

But before you equip yourself, don't forget to determine the heat requirements of your home's polyester shell pool !

How do I determine my pool's heat requirements?

Before answering the question how to heat your swimming pool , you should know that the heat requirements of your pool depend on several criteria:

• Air temperature;
• The sunshine;
• The location;
• The dimensions.

So, within the same region, the solutions for increasing the temperature of your pool will not be the same as those of your neighbor. So think about these factors when choosing one of the heating solutions for your pool .

But also upstream during the construction of your swimming pool! To do this, call on an Aboral professional who will be able to support you and offer you the appropriate solutions.

How to heat your swimming pool?

There are many heating solutions for your swimming pool water on the market . These can help you gain a few degrees without increasing your electricity consumption.

Heat pump or solar heating, which solution is most profitable for your pool water?

The heat pump, the most efficient solution

The swimming pool heat pump – also called a boiler – is recognized as the most efficient and ecological electric heating system . The reason? Directly positioned in the filtration circuit, the heat pump:

• Captures heat from the ambient air;
• Amplifies it by the action of the compressor;
• Returns it to your pool water.

Although this heat pump has a certain investment cost, you will save on electricity in the long term. 

Full Inverter technology is ideal for this. Indeed, it allows the operating intensity to be precisely adjusted, taking into account climatic constraints and the energy needs of the pool. Result? Only the power required is delivered by the components to heat the water. As a result, the Inverter heat pump consumes less electricity.

If you choose to install a heat pump, Aboral recommends that you shelter it. This way, you will be able to:

• Protect it: it is best to protect your electric heating system from rain, wind, snow and also UV rays;
• Avoid shocks: covered, it does not risk being damaged by falling branches, tiles, etc.;
• Reduce noise pollution: heat pumps emit background noise which may require insulation to ensure your peace and quiet and that of your neighbours;
• Maintain an aesthetic outdoor space: a heat pump is more difficult to place in garden decoration. 

Solar heating, the ecological solution

Another way to heat your pool water: solar heating !

Although it is a significant investment when purchasing it, solar heating is both efficient and environmentally friendly. In fact, it can heat the water in your pool by up to 5 to 10°C, provided that it faces due south. In addition, this heating system will cost you less later on since it uses solar energy !

When installing your solar panels, you have two options:

• On the roof of your house : strategic location to benefit from the sun's rays throughout the day;
• On the ground near the pool : more economical than the previous solution, the panels can be oriented as you wish but there is a risk of not benefiting from sunlight all day long.

It's up to you to choose the most strategic locations that benefit from long exposure to the sun.

Economical heating solutions

If you live in a cold region, the energy consumption of the heat pump may be high and the sunlight from the solar panels may not be sufficient to heat the water in your pool.

Black pipe method, bubble cover... There are several economical systems available for heating the water in your swimming pool while saving energy.

The black pipe method to heat your swimming pool for free

With the help of heat-conducting pipes, you can easily – and above all economically – heat the water in your swimming pool.

For that :

• Get some heat conducting pipes;
• Connect them to your pool pump to create a closed circuit;
• Place them in full sun.

Your pipes will gradually heat the water that passes through them and you will gain a few degrees while enjoying the water in your swimming pool.

Bubble wrap, to limit heat loss

Another heating system that we don't necessarily think about: the bubble cover ! A cover that is a real asset against heat loss from your pool.

Indeed, at nightfall, your heated pool often suffers from heat loss that can considerably reduce the temperature of your pool. If this phenomenon linked to the evaporation of water is restrictive for your swimming, it is especially annoying for your energy consumption!

To prevent evaporation and loss, opt for one of the solar covers (also called solar tarps or solar mats ) available on the market. Install this cover on your in-ground pool for the night or day and thus keep the water at the right temperature throughout the summer season.

Want to enjoy the benefits of using a heating system for your pool? Contact our Aboral professionals , they will be happy to guide you in your choice and in the installation of your electric or solar heating!