How to Save Money Running Your Pool

Reduce Pool Running Costs in New Zealand

Swimming pools are one of the most enjoyable features of a home, but many pool owners are surprised by how much energy and chemicals can cost over time.

The good news is that there are several simple ways to dramatically reduce the cost of running a swimming pool. By improving efficiency and using the right equipment, many pool owners can significantly lower their running costs while keeping their pool clean and comfortable.

Below are some of the most effective ways to reduce the cost of operating your pool.

Switch to Solar Pool Heating

Heating a swimming pool with electricity or gas can be one of the biggest running costs for pool owners.

Solar pool heating uses energy from the sun to naturally warm pool water. Once installed, solar heating systems use very little energy to operate, making them one of the most cost-effective ways to heat a pool.

Estimate savings vs Heat pump $3500-4500 per season savings

Benefits of solar pool heating include:

• Reduced heating costs
• Environmentally friendly energy
• Extended swimming season
• Long system lifespan

Many pool owners find that installing solar heating dramatically reduces the cost of keeping their pool warm.

Use a Heat Guard Thermal Pool Blanket

A thermal pool cover or heat guard blanket is one of the simplest ways to reduce pool running costs.

Swimming pools lose a large amount of heat through evaporation. A thermal blanket helps prevent this heat loss by insulating the surface of the water.

Benefits of using a thermal pool blanket include:

• Reduced heat loss overnight
• Lower heating costs
• Reduced water evaporation
• Lower chemical use
• Cleaner pool water

Using a pool blanket together with solar pool heating can greatly improve efficiency.

Use Regular Salt Instead of Mineral Systems

Many pools use mineral sanitation systems that require specialised mineral cartridges or additives.

In many cases, switching to a standard salt chlorination system using regular pool salt can reduce ongoing chemical costs while still maintaining healthy water quality.

Salt systems generate chlorine naturally within the pool system and can be a simple and reliable sanitation option for many pools.

Backwash Your Filter Regularly

A dirty filter forces your pump to work harder, which increases electricity consumption and reduces filtration efficiency.

Regularly backwashing your filter helps keep water flowing efficiently through the system and ensures the pool equipment operates correctly.

Benefits of regular backwashing include:

• Improved water circulation
• Reduced strain on the pump
• Better filtration performance
• Lower energy consumption

Maintaining your filtration system is one of the simplest ways to improve overall pool efficiency.

Improve Overall Pool Efficiency

Reducing the cost of running a pool is usually about improving efficiency rather than making a single change.

Combining several improvements — such as solar pool heating, thermal blankets, and proper pool maintenance — can significantly reduce overall operating costs.

Many pool owners find that small upgrades can make a large difference to long-term pool expenses.

Talk to a Pool Efficiency Specialist

If you would like advice on reducing the cost of running your pool, our team can help assess your system and recommend improvements.

We can assist with:

• Solar pool heating systems
• Thermal pool covers and blankets
• Pool roller systems
• Upgrading older solar heating systems

Contact Pool Solar Heating Specialist

For expert advice on reducing pool running costs, contact our team.

📧 Email
info@poolsolarheating.co.nz

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www.poolsolarheating.co.nz

Pool Solar Heating Specialist provides solar pool heating systems, pool covers, and pool roller solutions for pools throughout New Zealand.