Using Solar Energy To Lengthen The Swimming Season

New pool owners relish the joy of a swimming pool in their homes at first, until the onset of cooler months results in cold water that deters them from swimming. To counter this problem, smart pool owners are turning toward the installation of solar heating units. Pool owners who want to save money, protect the environment, and get more use out of their pools during the year are capturing the suns rays to heat their pools for a minimal amount of money.

The principle behind the use of a solar pool heating system is hardly complex. The pool water runs through pipes heading for solar panels on the roof. The heat collected by these panels warms the water which is thereafter returned to the pool.

There are several core components that are included in a solar powered heating unit. The key elements for directing the water to the solar heating panels are a flow control valve, a pump, a sensor, and a filter. The pump is used in drawing water out of the pool to send it toward the panels. During the process, water passes through the flow control valve which is connected to a sensor that monitors the temperature difference behind the water in the solar collector and the water at the valce. If there is only a small difference, the water goes right back to the pool. If, on the other hand, the heated water is considerably warmer, it is released into the pool and replaced by new pool water.

Apart from the obvious benefits of comfortable swimming in controlled temperatures, solar heating devices offer other perks as well. These devices also promote energy conservation and eco-friendly practices. Solar energy is natural and inexhaustible. It fits great with the popular “Go Green!” slogans. The heating device uses no gas power or electricity.

When talking of benefits, one cannot overlook cost. Solar heating systems can be installed at roughly the same cost as traditional heating systems that run on gas or electricity. Unlike gas and electric, the cost of maintaining a solar-powered unit drops sharply once the installation has been completed. Because solar powered units rely on the abundant free energy of the sun in order to function, owners of solar pool heaters do not need to worry about fueling their units. Solar heating systems are therefore not just cost effective, but also eco-friendly.

Relying on solar power ensures more usage of swimming pools, even during the chillier months. However, it is vital that people pay attention to the material from which the unit is designed. A good solar heating system should have materials that are capable of withstanding the changes in local weather.

The sun might provide an inexhaustible source of energy, but solar units are still prone to wear from use. Therefore, it is important to ensure regular inspection and maintenance of the components. Owners must also clean out the solar unit from time to time and replace any part that is worn. Taking the time to inspect and clean a solar heating unit will save pool owners possible future expense.

Solar heating system, while providing cost benefits to the pool owner, is also beneficial to the community, owing to its environmentally friendly nature. Moreover the pool waters will remain warm for a longer duration, which translates into more utilization of the pool. Right now, solar heat is becoming more and more popular as it is recognized as an affordable way to heat swimming pools and as a resource that can be used over and over again.

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