Best Pool Heaters
- Best Overall: Hayward W3H250FDN Universal H-Series Pool Heater.
- Best Budget: Intex Solar Heater Mat for Above Ground Swimming Pool, 47×47 Inches.
- Best for Above-Ground Pools: FibroPool FH055 Above Ground Swimming Pool Heat Pump.
- Best Electric: Hayward HeatPro 110,000 BTU Pool Heat Pump.
Likewise, how many BTUs do I need for a 20000 gallon pool?
We would recommend at least an 85,000 BTU heat pump for a 20,000 gallon pool. If you would like to extend your swimming season into the late Fall or early Spring or you live in a colder area we would recommend a larger unit like the AquaPro 112,000 BTU or AquaPro 137,000 BTU models.
- Solar sun rings. Solar rings are one of the best methods of heating up your pool. …
- Pool heat pump. …
- Eliminate wind from your pool environment. …
- Anti-evaporation devices. …
- Run your pool heat pump during the warmest part of the day.
Similarly one may ask, where are Raypak heat pumps made?
Did Rheem buy Raypak?
The two privately held water-heater companies reached a final agreement for Rheem to buy Westlake Village-based Raypak for an undisclosed sum pending approval from federal antitrust regulators.
How long do Hayward pool heaters last?
7-10 years is the average life expectancy of a pool heater. Some people get more, some get less. I would suggest you replace the unit with a Raypak. Much better unit then the Hayward’s.
Which pool heater lasts the longest?
Heat pump heaters tend to last twice as long as gas heaters at about 10 years and, therefore, in the long run, will save you more money.
Are Hayward pool heaters any good?
The Hayward H-Series H250FDN is an energy efficient, high performance natural gas pool heater. The hydraulic design reduces circulation pump run time. It’s an environmentally friendly option for a gas heater as it produces low NOx emissions.
How do you winterize a Raypak pool heater?
Are pool heat pumps worth it?
Heat pump pool heaters cost more than gas pool heaters, but they typically have much lower annual operating costs because of their higher efficiencies. With proper maintenance, heat pump pool heaters typically last longer than gas pool heaters. Therefore, you’ll save more money in the long run.