If you own a pool, you’ve invested in it to have the outdoor oasis you’ve always dreamed of. Now, how about taking some of that investment back? With energy efficient features, you can save a substantial amount of money. Renovations on custom swimming pools in Bucks County are conducted throughout the fall season, which means now is the perfect time for embarking on a remodeling project, especially if you want to make your pool more energy efficient. There is an energy efficient pool product for almost every renovation purpose, whether it be worn down materials that need replacement, outdated systems or a boring design that needs a boost.
By opting to have energy efficient features installed on your pool, you will not only reduce the cost of your energy bills, but also improve the environment. If your pool needs a makeover, then why not make it green? And no, we are not talking about the water! There are a wide variety of energy efficient pool amenities that can be implemented into your water entertainment area, such as pool finish, cartridge filters, LED lighting and heat pumps. All you need is your plan for renovation, a project initiative and a team of trustworthy contractors, and voila! You’ll have an energy efficient pool paradise.
From installations and updates to replacements and customizations, your oasis can be renovated to be more energy efficient. Here are four features that will make your pool eco-friendly.
AquaBRIGHT™ Pool Finish
With the eco-friendly AquaBRIGHT™ brand pool finish, the chemical usage in the water will be greatly reduced. The finish is crack and stain resistant for long-lasting durability and is also impervious to algae. You can pick from a variety of colors to match your pool design and style. Once the pool finish is installed, startup to put your pool back into motion is conveniently easy, with no trucked water needed.
The Zodiac Cartridge Filter
If you already have Zodiac pumps and equipment, this energy efficient cartridge filter will easily connect right to them. If you don’t have the corresponding equipment, you can simply upgrade, as it may be worth the investment due to energy savings. With this green cartridge filter, no carcinogens (DE) are needed to keep the pool clean, which means you can void the cancerous risks of the chemicals. You will be able to save on maintenance, since the filter lowers the amount of pool cleaning usually required.
Zodiac LED Lighting
Your energy expenses can be lowered up to 90% with Zodiac LED lighting, since it uses less than 50 watts of power. It’s designed with a smartphone operation system that allows the pool to be controlled anytime, anywhere, which also saves energy. Pool owners can enjoy 50,000 hours of lighting, managing the lights directly from their cell phone.
Aqua Cal Heat Pump
Nobody likes to jump into cold water! The Aqua Cal Heat Pump heats the pool water fast and efficiently while being resistant to chemical erosion. It comes available with an extended warranty and costs a whopping $6.06 per million British Thermal Units (BTU) of heat (the measurement of heat required to increase temperature).
You may be friendly to the environment, but what about your pool? With these energy efficient upgrades, the environment will thank you – and so will your wallet.
