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How Does a Gas Swimming Pool Heater Work?

Name: How Does a Gas Swimming Pool Heater Work? | Thermo Pools
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Published Nov,26

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Gas pool heaters are a safe, effortless and popular choice for heating swimming pools in most homes in Sydney! Latest technology now offers you more options like solar pool heaters, pool heat pumps, yet gas pool heaters shine out as the fastest way to heat your pool, no matter the season. But ever wondered what really goes on under the hood?

HOW DO GAS POOL HEATERS WORK?

Although gas pool heaters come in different types, sizes and energy efficiency levels based on their Btu, the core working of the units are the same. Gas pool heaters use either natural gas or propane. The pump circulates the pool water through the filter and then to the heater. Simultaneously, the combustion chamber in the gas pool heater heats copper-nickel alloy coils. When the pool water runs through those coils, they transfer heat to the pool water which is then returned to the pool.

Gas pool heating is the most efficient choice of pool heater when you want to heat your pool quickly and for a short time for instance only during weekends. Unlike pool heat pumps, gas pool heaters are not affected by the air temperature and unlike solar pool heaters, they can efficiently operate even on rainy or cloudy days. No matter the weather or climate outside, you can trust a gas pool heater to heat your pool water quickly.

WHAT SIZE OF HEATER DO I FIT IN FOR MY POOL?

Choosing the best-fit gas pool heater is finding a balance between size, efficiency and cost. It is recommended to consult a pool professional to accurately size your pool to determine the pool heater size. Choosing a smaller gas pool heater will strain the pool heating system resulting in high energy bills, while a larger gas pool heater will unnecessarily increase your expenditure.

ADVANTAGES OF GAS POOL HEATER

Fastest in heating small pools
Extremely efficient if you heat pools intermittently like on weekends
Unlike heat pool pumps, gas pool heaters are not dependent on air temperature
Highly efficient when combined with a solar pool heating system
It increases pool temperature by 2-5 degrees/ hour

DISADVANTAGES OF GAS POOL HEATER

Expensive to operate than electric pool pumps
High installation cost
Fluctuating gas and oil prices (especially during winter) may cause a gas pool heater to be more expensive to operate than pool heat pumps
High operating expenses
Propane gas pool heaters have higher operating costs than natural gas pool heaters

HOW TO CHOOSE A GAS POOL HEATER

If you are looking for a more efficient gas pool heater, it is recommended to choose a gas heater with a cupronickel heat exchanger and tubing that are better at holding salt water instead of the conventional standard copper units.

Further, it is best recommended to choose a gas swimming pool heater as a support system for your solar pool heater for better efficiency and maintain the desired temperature over an extended period of time.

CALL SYDNEY’S POOL HEATING EXPERTS

Speak to the friendly team at Thermo Pools on 02 8850 4030 who can talk you through the right pool heating option for you! Call now & Check our Google Reviews, we are just a call away!

TESTIMONIALS

What clients say

Kerry Voronoff

3 weeks ago

Cannot recommend Thermo Pools highly enough. Sunny and Kirsty are incredibly professional and the job was completed to perfection. We were so impressed we are now getting Sunny back to tile our pool.

Anna Butler

3 months ago

Brilliant service! Thank you!

Steve Walkerden

4 months ago

Thermopools have been a breath of fresh air during our pool renovation. When so much has gone wrong with other aspects, they've come through with honest advice, reliability, and dependability. Thank you Sunny and Kirsty!

Benjamin Barrera

4 months ago

Honestly Sunny cares and always answers the phone at any time. One of the best trades I’ve ever worked with. Years later and still communicates and helps if you have any questions, even small ones.

Sam Saad

5 months ago

We had a Solar Pool Heating solution installed by Thermo Pools over seven years ago and it has been going strong ever since. At the start of this season, the system would not kick on for some reason and it turned out to be a faulty controller and pump. Thermo Pools were prompt at determining the issue and providing repair services at a reasonable price. As we go into the current season of using our pool I am happy that we chose Thermo Pools when we did.

Bill Wright

6 months ago

We highly recommend Sunny as an exceptionally knowledgeable and dedicated professional. He went above and beyond in installing the Thermotube system, which heats our pool significantly faster than the traditional solar system we have had before. The system is compact, efficient, and far neater in appearance than our older style conventional system. What truly sets Sunny apart is his extraordinary level of care, dedication, and helpfulness. He took the time to understand our circumstances and tailored his approach to accommodate our needs—something we have never experienced before. His professionalism and genuine compassion made the entire experience outstanding. Sunny also offers pool repairs and deep cleaning of the pool. He will be undoubtedly the first professional we turn to, to complete this work. Many thanks Sunny.

Kristine Celestin

6 months ago

Sonny and Thermo Pools have been fantastic to deal with and the pool heating system they offer is effective and long lasting. We have the same system that we installed in 2008 and it's still going strong. Can't recommend them highly enough!

Ros Harvey

6 months ago

Jeff Buchan

6 months ago

Had a small leak from solar, one phone call and he was out the next day thks

kim kogias

7 months ago

I can highly recommend Sonny and Thermo Pools product. Our system failed and he was the only operator willing to come and help with issue. Professionally diagnosed problem and fixed..we new due to leaks eventually system would need replacing. We were then hammered with large hail Now the roof needed to be replaced. Sonny worked in with roofers and solar was installed the day after roof. Amazing effort just before Christmas. He also sorted the old thermostat and wiring.This is the third rubber on roof and I can already tell its far superior. Pool reached 30 degrees in approximately 4 hours. Previously it took at least 2 weeks to get to this temperature. Sonny was a pleasure to do business with. He is proffessional. I couldn't be happier. Many thanks again.

Cheryl Potocki

7 months ago

Great service from Sunny and Thermo Pools ! Would also like to give a shout out to theirThermorush panels, they have proved to be 2 x 3 times more efficient than our old panels.WOW! Work far better than expected, We made a great decision choosing Thermo Pools!!

Sarah Conlin

7 months ago

Allen Stutchbury

7 months ago

We had a very good experience dealing with Sonny as he replaced our old solar roof collector.

Tim Somerville

7 months ago

Our experience with Thermo Pools was first class. Sunny was very prompt in providing us with a quote and followed up with a visit to ensure our measurements were correct and we had sufficient roof space to install the solar tubing. The installation was done soon after we accepted our quote and Sunny explained the workings of the solar system to us. Thermo Pools were very professional in their communications and we have no hesitation in recommending their services. Our new system is functioning well and as promised by Sunny.

Chris Sherrah

8 months ago

Sunny said he was busy but he fit me in for a repair, and found a problem I didn't know about, which he fixed too! And, he did a small extra-curricular job for us while he was up his ladder. I definitely recommend Sunny!

Shane Martin

8 months ago

I want to commend Sunny from Thermo Pools for his exceptional service in replacing our solar heating. His professionalism, promptness, and attention to detail were outstanding. Sunny's expertise and dedication make him a reliable technician, and I highly recommend him for solar/pool heating repairs and installation. He consistently goes above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. If you need high-quality service with a professional touch, Sunny from Thermo Pools is the person to call.

George John

8 months ago

Excellent service, on time, efficient and will continue to be my preferred supplier in the future. Sincere thanks.

Anthony Ockwell

8 months ago

Sunny did an amazing job installing my solar heating. Buying from him was the best decision I could have made. He was super helpful, reliable and punctual, and he went above and beyond throughout the whole process. The installation was smooth with no issues at all. I am extremely happy with the result and highly recommend him.

Silke Dietzel

8 months ago

We recently had Sunny from Thermopools install our solar pool heating, and from start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Sunny came out personally to explain the entire process and what was involved, taking the time to make sure we understood everything. He was extremely knowledgeable and approachable, assuring us that we could contact him anytime with follow-up questions or if we ever had any issues. It's now been over two months since the installation, and we've really noticed a significant difference. We used to think our pool was too cold and only swam on the really hot summer days, but thanks to Sunny and the Thermorush technology, we've already been in the pool half a dozen times and it's only early in the season! It has absolutely been money well spent. I can't say enough kind words about how professional, personable, and reliable Sunny has been throughout the whole process. We highly recommend him and Thermopools to anyone considering solar pool heating. Kind Regards Andrew and Shamila Beattie

Andrew Beattie

8 months ago

Sunny from Thermo Pools was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, the whole process was seamless. Sunny first came out to inspect the pool size, existing piping, and the installation location. He clearly explained what electrical work was required — I arranged this through my own electrician, though he also kindly recommended one. Ordering online was quick and easy, and the installation was efficiently scheduled via email. On the day of the install, Sunny did an outstanding job — he installed and wall-mounted the system about a metre off the ground, removed all the old solar tubing, and even took care of the disposal. The site was left spotless, and the entire job was completed within 4 to 5 hours. The end result looks fantastic and is incredibly easy to use and maintain. I couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend Thermo Pools to anyone looking for professional, high-quality service.

Daniel Cheong

9 months ago

We highly recommend Sunny from Thermopools. He made the whole experience from quotation to install very smooth for our pool heating. We look forward to engaging Sunny for possible future pool reno in the off season. Thank you for a great experience after a few no-shows from other businesses ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Melissa Sayer

9 months ago

From my initial telephone call to the end product, we could not fault the service we received from Sunny and his team. Every aspect of dealing with Thermo Pools ran so smoothly. Could not recommend highly enough. We are grateful for the service and product we received.

Lisa Bolger

9 months ago

Sunny and the Team from Thermo Pools did an amazing job repairing and maintaining my pool solar system. Plus recently installed some pool railings. All the jobs were competitively priced and completed with the highest quality. I would highly recommend the Thermo Pools Team for any project you are planning associated with your pool.

Steven Sherry

10 months ago

Thermo Pools is nothing but professional! Responded quickly, came on time, explained everything, repaired the current old system and increased the systems capacity. I have, and will continue to recommend Thermo Pools.