How much does it cost to Run a Pool Heat Pump

People with pools love their pools. But they also hate having to pay fees - cleaning, heating and maintenance all add up.

Luckily, there's an increasingly popular way to heat your pool without spending a lot of money - using a pool heat pump.

What is a pool heat pump and how much can you save?

A swimming pool heat pump is a device that uses electricity to efficiently transfer heat from the air outside your home to the water in your pool. According to the Department of Energy's (DOE) energy conservation website, these units will work properly as long as the outside temperature is at least 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Since a pool heat pump is so efficient, it can save you a lot of money on heating costs in the long run. On average, you can expect to reduce your operating costs by hundreds of dollars per year if you replace your gas pool heater. Of course, savings will depend on your home's location, the efficiency of your pool heating system, and seasonal weather.

The Department of Energy compared the different efficiencies of gas pool heaters and found that for each efficiency level, it was still cheaper to run a heat pump. For example, if your gas pool heater is 55% efficient, using a heat pump will save you $300 per year.

How much does a pool heat pump cost?

Pool heat pumps can cost between $2,000 and $6,000, depending on the size of your pool and the brand you choose. This is more expensive than a gas pool heater (between $1,500 and $4,500), but they can pay for themselves quickly by saving hundreds of dollars in annual energy costs.

Plus, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, you can get thousands of dollars in rebates if you choose a heat pump.

In addition to being an easy economical choice, using a pool heat pump is also better for the environment because it produces far less gases that superheat the earth.

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Leomon is a professional heat pump manufacturer. If you need to purchase a swimming pool heat pump, please contact us. Our heat pump experts will give you the best advice.