Why Choose a Heat Pump Over Solar

When the leaves first change colors and the temperature begins to drop, most pool owners know it’s time to start thinking about pool winterization. But what many pool owners don’t realize is that this is also the perfect time to start thinking about upgrading their pool heating system — specifically, whether they should choose a heat pump over solar options.

Cost Comparison and Energy Efficiency

When looking for the perfect pool heater, there are a few important things to consider. The top three deciding factors for most pool owners are how much the pool heating equipment will cost upfront, how much operational expenses will be over the life of system ownership, and how effective that heat option will be at keeping their swimming pool warm. Solar panels rely on the sun to produce heat, which means that they are most effective when the sun is shining. When the sun is hiding behind the clouds, which happens often in cooler months, the reliability of solar heat is dramatically impacted. On cloudy days, solar panels simply can’t produce heat compared to the dependability of a heat pump. This makes heat pumps a much more reliable option for pool owners, especially those in colder climates. In addition, heat pumps are able to transfer heat much more efficiently than solar panels. Solar panels only transfer about 30% of the sun’s energy into heat, while heat pumps from AquaComfort Solutions can transfer as much as 80% of the energy captured from the air and converted into heat. This makes heat pumps a more cost-effective choice for pool owners who are looking for sensational savings coupled with unbeatable reliability.

Struggling to Stay on the Sunny Side

Another consideration is how well a pool heating option is able to maintain the desired temperature. Heat pumps are able to maintain a consistent pool temperature much better than solar panels. Since solar panels work best when the sun is shining, it can be harder for pool owners to control the temperature of the water as the sun moves across the sky. This can be a problem for pool owners who want to use their pool at different times of day or night, since they may have to wait for the pool to heat up again after it has cooled. And when evening and night-time pool use is desired, the use of solar heating is limited unless it has a costly electric or gas-powered backup. If pool owners choose an AquaComfort heat pump, they can maintain a consistent pool temperature regardless of the time of day or weather conditions. This is because heat pumps don’t rely on the sun to produce heat. They draw in heat from the air around them, and, through an advanced conversion process, transfer that free heat into heat for your customer’s pool water.

Choose a Heat Pump and Become an AquaComfort Solutions Dealer

Pool owners who choose an AquaComfort heat management solution will be pleasantly surprised about its superiority to solar heating. Both owners and dealers agree that there’s no better pool heater option on the market! Are you a pool professional who is interested in offering the top heat management solutions to your customers? Become an AquaComfort Solutions dealer today to get started on premier water heating and cooling options for your business. As an AquaComfort Solutions dealer, you will have access to the products, information and support you need to help customers gain a cost-effective heating option for their beautiful pools. Contact us today to learn more.