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How do solar pool heaters help the environment?
Solar pool heaters help the environment by using the sun's light in place of gas or electricity to heat the pools.
Does the thickness of a pool solar cover help heat it faster?
The insulating property's of the cover may stop heat escaping resulting in the pool heating more quickly,
What does the solar pool covers offer?
Thermal pool covers prevent water from evaporating. They help in locking the heat in the pool. So, the water stays hot for longer time. Unlike regular pool covers, thermal pool covers are made of special thermoplastic material, which attracts sun rays. So, the cover functions as solar heater and warms up the water using natural solar energy. So, thought you spend a little more for thermal pool covers, they help in saving electricity and water bills in the long run.
Will a concrete pool with no reflective liner heat up faster with or without a solar cover during the day?
A pool with a solar cover will absorb the heat faster during the day and when left on the pool over night it will prevent the loss of heat.
How do you heat a cheap intex pool?
With a solar blanket . They also have solar heaters you can hook up to them.
My pool is enclosed with a metal roof. Can I still use the Solar Fish?
Hmmm, the solar fish may retard evaporation some but will do nothing to heat the pool.
Does a above ground Pool cover provide any heating for above ground pool water?
Your regular cover won't heat the pool, it will hold the heat, but it will not heat it up. You need a solar blanket if you are looking for something to warm your pool.
Can you change a pool to a heated pool or Can you heat a unheated pool?
Surely - it is just an addition to your existing system... could be gas, oil, solar or electric
How much heat can solar pool heaters generate?
The specific amount of heat generated will depend on factors like the size of the solar panels or tubes used. But makers of solar pool heaters claim they can heat your pool completely, or cut back on hot water use by up to 97%. The amount of heat generated depends very much on where you live and how many hours of sunlight and clear skies you have each day. A solar pool heater will likely be more effective in New Mexico than it would be in Minnesota. Talk to an expert in your area for accurate information.
How much electricity can I save by using solar pool heaters?
Makers of solar pool heaters claim you can reduce your electric consumption for pool heating by 20 to 90%, and cutback on hot water use by 75 to 97%. They claim it is possible to completely heat your pool with solar energy alone .
What is a solar blanket?
It's a polyvinyl cover that lays on top of a pool and keeps heat in.
How big should my pool solar panels be?
You would probably need a solar panel about four feet bu four feet to heat a small free standing pool. Your pool can be retro-fitted if it isn't compatible.
