{"id":58,"date":"2008-11-13T16:59:21","date_gmt":"2008-11-14T03:59:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/backyardcity.wordpress.com\/?p=58"},"modified":"2008-11-13T16:59:21","modified_gmt":"2008-11-14T03:59:21","slug":"how-to-choose-the-right-pool-heater","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.backyardcity.com\/Outdoor-Patio-Blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-pool-heater\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Right Pool\u00a0Heater"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now that you have a backyard swimming pool, you’ll want to use it as much as possible. Make the most of your investment by adding a Solar<\/a><\/strong> Pool Heater, Gas <\/strong><\/a>Pool Heater, or Heat Pump<\/strong>to your in ground or above ground swimming pool. You can extend your swimming season and spend more time in your pool because a Pool Heater or Heat Pump maintains a consistently inviting and comfortable water temperature. When other swimming pool owners are waiting for the weather to warm up in order to open their pool, you can be enjoying the luxury of a pleasant Spring time swim. And, even after Summer has come and gone, you will be able to take a relaxing dip in deliciously mild waters thanks to your Pool Heater or Heat Pump.<\/p>\n

Solar <\/strong>Pool Heaters <\/a>allow you to take advantage of the sun’s free energy. Solar Heaters are extremely efficient, inexpensive to operate, and are the ultimate in environmental friendliness. When combined with a solar pool cover, also known as a solar blanket, your Solar Pool Heater will maintain a comfortable water temperature well into the cooler months.<\/p>\n

A Heat Pump<\/strong> <\/a>is another good choice for efficiently heating your swimming pool. Heat Pumps take heat from the air and transfer it to the pool water. This makes the heating process ecologically safe, clean, and cost effective. In addition, Heat Pumps are easy to operate and can be used even in frigid conditions.<\/p>\n

Gas or Propane <\/a><\/strong>Pool Heaters are yet another option for extending your swimming season.\u00a0 Gas Heaters are highly efficient, durable, and corrosion resistant. In addition, many\u00a0Gas Heaters\u00a0for in ground and above ground pools are environmentally safe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Now that you have a backyard swimming pool, you’ll want to use it as much as possible. Make the most of your investment by adding a Solar Pool Heater, Gas Pool Heater, or Heat Pumpto your in ground or above ground swimming pool. 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