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Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs)
Of
course! Depending on your weather and climatic conditions, you can expect
your FAFCO solar pool heater to:
A solar
blanket will help hold in this heat at night or when it's windy, and can
help the system be even more effective. [Top]
During
the hottest part of the summer, running the solar system at night can
cool a pool to a more refreshing swimming temperature - down several degrees
in one night if the conditions are right. Also, if your pool is too warm,
leave the solar blanket off at night to allow more heat to escape. [Top]
No.
Solar pool panels and controls are designed specifically to heat a large
volume of water in a swimming pool, and to operate in temperature ranges
of 80 to 100 degrees. Household space heating and household hot water
are different applications of solar, requiring the heating smaller volumes
of household water to higher temperatures. [Top]
Solar
pool heating system prices for a residential pool can range anywhere from
$2500 to $7000. The location and size of the pool, location of the solar
panels, desired temperature and season, and type of pool equipment determine
system size and costs. Because of all the variables, it is impossible
to give an accurate estimate without careful inspection of the site. To
set up an appointment for a free analysis and estimate with the FAFCO
dealer nearest you contact
us today. [Top]
If
a pool owner heats their pool with natural gas through the normal swimming
season, an investment in solar can pay for itself in 2 to 3 years. If
the pool owner does not have a gas heater or wish to use one, solar will
not really "save" money, but the pool will be much warmer and
more inviting. A swimming pool, with decking and landscaping, represent
a sizable investment for the homeowner. Maintenance costs exist whether
the pool is used or not. The investment in solar pool heating will assure
that the pool is used and enjoyed much more. [Top]
The
majority of residential solar pool heaters use an automatically controlled
valve to divert the existing filtration flow to the solar panels, so there
is no additional cost to operate the solar pool heater. Some pools might
require an additional solar boost pump that would cost a few dollars per
month to operate during the swimming season. [Top]
Modern
solar collectors made of stabilized polypropylene can be expected to last
between 15 to 20 years. Many FAFCO solar pool heating systems that were
installed over 20 years ago are still going strong. [Top]
A pool
cover prevents evaporation loss, particularly at night. The cover traps
the solar heat that has been added during the day. This is very complementary
to the solar system. The solar system can be viewed as actively adding
heat. The cover retains that heat passively. [Top]
Usually
no special maintenance is required during the season. Modern electronic
controls allow you to "set and forget" the solar heater. It
is recommended that the panels be shut off and drained in the winter.
This process takes just a few minutes. See our Support section in the
owners manual where we describe how to prepare for winter conditions (e.g.,
freezing). [Top]
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