Solar Pool Heating in Houston Tx
Solar pool heating is clearly the most cost effective use of solar energy on earth. These systems save home owners hundreds of dollars monthly by replacing up to 80% of pool heating cost.
Solar pool heating systems can be designed for both indoor and outdoor applications and typically use low cost polymer “unglazed” collectors. These collectors are typically mounted on the roof of a home or a nearby support structure.
The basic components of a solar pool heater are the solar collectors, an automatic control system, diverter valve, and associated piping. These components are simply added to the existing pool pump, timer and filter. A conventional back-up heater can be added or the existing pool heater can be used to back-up the solar system on cloudy days or evenings.
During summer months the solar pool heating system can be used to cool outdoor pools with the simple flip of a switch.
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July 6th, 2008 at 2:14 am
Pool Owners can also consider an energy efficient variable speed pump with programmable keypad for scheduling options. Typical pool pumps can use more than $100 of electricity per month - something to think about~!
July 12th, 2008 at 11:37 pm
Just stopping in to say hello!
July 14th, 2008 at 12:26 am
Hey Kathleen, That’s so true. I think Ralph is going to get on soon and write about that. He offers them with APS.
Hey Chris, Thanks for stopping by.
July 14th, 2008 at 1:16 am
Kathleen
You are 100% correct. Most pool owners are not aware that in some cases your pool pump(s) often account for the second largest energy load on a home.
One way to offset this load is with a solar powered pool pumping system. This includes a DC motor that is connected directly to solar electric panels. You can also put a calculated amount of solar panels on your home and tie them into you power supply to directly offset the energy the pool pump(s) are consuming.
Both of these are great combinations with energy efficient pumps since the greatest need for filtration pumping is during the daylight hours. Solar during the day and the remaining necessary turnover flow can be completed in the evening.
Ralph Parrott
Alternative Power Solutions
August 23rd, 2008 at 12:10 am
I have to say, that I could not agree with you in 100%, but it’s just my opinion, which could be wrong.
August 23rd, 2008 at 12:19 am
Hi R Karen, Thanks for stopping by. What is it that you found different?