Why New York and Connecticut Residents Should Have Pool Heating

New York and Connecticut residents typically have warm swimming seasons. And yet, there are days when the sun hides behind clouds and the outside temperature is cold. But, you want to be able to use your outdoor pool and keep it at a desired temperature during pool season. So, you’re ready for a pool heater.

Are Swimming Pool Heaters Worth the Investment?

The price point: How much does a heater for your pool cost? How much does it cost to install it? Will you be able to hook it up to your house or will you need to include an electrical box or a propane heater?

The operating costs: Next comes the pool heating costs. How much does it cost to keep your pool warm with this particular heater? What happens when this pool water heater needs repair? How long will this heater do the job of heating your inground pool?

Pool Heating Systems for New York and Connecticut Residents

In New York and Connecticut, you have two heating methods: Natural gas/propane or an electric heat pump. Both types of heaters for your pool have their pros and cons. Geothermal heating and solar panels can also help with keeping your pool temperature warm, but they’re not popular with homeowners wishing to heat their Northeastern swimming pools. Typically, folks keep their pools heated at 78° – 82° Fahrenheit. However, you can make your pool cooler or warmer according to your tastes.

Let’s Break Down Our Two Swimming Pool Heating Options:

1. Gas Heaters: If you can hook up your gas pool heater to your home, you’ll be using natural gas. However, if you don’t have a gas line to hook to your heater, then you’ll need a propane tank to store the gas. Natural gas heats up your pool water quickly compared to using an electric heat pump. Matter of fact, gas heats the water three times faster than electricity. While it may sound great to have propane or natural gas to heat your pool, it does cost more to operate. Natural gas uses three times more energy than an electric heat pump. At Neave Pools, we recommend gas pool heaters for weekenders who only swim in their pools Friday through Sunday. You’ll get a better ROI in the long run. We also advise homeowners who have a spa with their pool to invest in gas heating. Since gas heats the water quickly, you’ll be able to reach that 100°F temperature faster for your spa.
2. Electric Heat Pump: More cost-effective and energy-efficient compared to using natural gas, the electric heat pump pool heater grabs warmth directly from the air and uses it to heat your pool. It takes longer to heat the water compared to gas energy, but it can trap warmth from the air temperature even on a chilly day. A pool cover works well to prevent any heat loss overnight when the temperatures drop. Electric heat is more efficient than gas heating for a family who uses the pool nearly every day. You can turn on the heater to a warm water temperature while doing something else. Then the pool water is comfortable when it’s time to jump into it.

Automatic Heating at Your Fingertips

Get a smart wireless automation device that gives you hands-off power over your swimming pool heater. Automation devices allow you to save time and energy with a tap or two on a screen. When you automate your pool heater, you can turn it on at the last minute before jumping into the pool.

Pool automation also allows you to turn off your pool heating system when everyone leaves the pool, as well as it enables you to deploy the pool cover to trap the heat inside your pool overnight.

Let Neave Pools Help You Find the Perfect Heater for Your Pool

At Neave Pools, we’re experts in pool heating systems. We can help you pick the perfect heater, whether you’re updating an old system or investing in a new pool.

We’ll also set you up with pool automation and a pool cover that fits the size of the pool. A pool cover will help save money in an efficient way on heating costs. Our swimming pool contractors are available all-year-round to help answer all your questions and set you up with the best pool heater.

Learn more about Neave’s pool heating services. If you’re in the Hudson Valley, call us at 845-463-0592. If you’re a pool owner in Westchester County, call 914-271-7996; from Connecticut, dial 203-212-4800. Or, fill out our Neave Pool’s contact form, and we’ll contact you about setting up your free consultation.