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Pool Heating installers are busier than ever!

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As the nights get longer and summer ebbs away (summer? Did we even have a summer this year?) there are a special set of technicians working harder than ever installing pool heating systems.

People are starting to realise that with every day that passes, the large power companies in New Zealand are showing no sign of slowing their price increases and with every price increase – this affects you and me – the consumers.

Without trying to be a scare monger, it appears that around 15 companies in New Zealand have forecast that there will be rises seen in the neighbourhood of 15% between now and 2018.

When looking at your family budget, you will see that a large portion of your income each month is spent on utilities – water, power, and heating. If you are fortunate to have a swimming pool on your property then water and power costs are definitely part of your budget. But what about heating? If you are in the top few percent of pool owners that have a heated pool then you already know the benefits and the comfort that comes from having a swimming pool heating system, however, if you have wondered about pool heating then NOW is a great time to investigate it further and give those special technicians we spoke about at the outset another project!

Consider how you use your swimming pool? Does it get used daily, maybe even two or three times a day, during summer and then sit alone, forlorn and forgotten during the winter months? Would your interest peak if we said that it IS possible to heat your pool the whole year round for less than the price of a cup of coffee per day? It certainly sounds feasible!

Many people are realising that economical heating solutions are available and that is what is making pool heating installers incredibly busy! As more and more people research and then realise the benefits that can be had by having a heated pool the demand increases.

Along with the cost considerations which have put some pool owners off previously, you might worry about the amount of time and labour it will take to have a pool heating system installed at your pool. The fact is that our installers can offer you a quick and easy installation with the whole process taking as little time as “2 hours from start to finish”. Of course, this is all dependent on the system you choose, the size required and any issues that are discovered during installation.

Pool Heating NZ’s installers are not restricted to working in just one place. We cover all of New Zealand from Cape Reinga to Bluff . We have installed pool heating systems in residential, commercial and school properties. Pool Heating NZ is a trusted company within the pool industry and our technicians will make your installation quick and easy. We believe in transparent processes and we pride ourselves on our communication with you – you will know what is happening every step of the way.

Why is Regular Pool Cleaning Important?

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Swimming pools can be a breeding ground for bacteria and algae.  Not only are outdoor swimming pools exposed to the elements, allowing dirt and debris to enter the water, humans also introduce a large amount of bacteria into the water.

Hands up who’s peed in the pool?

If you answered, “Me!”, good news.  Urine is generally sterile, so apart from being “gross”, peeing in the pool doesn’t do a lot of harm.

However, what is scary, is that a 2012 study of public pools found 58% contained faecal matter.  In simple terms, poos.

Now, we know your back yard pool isn’t a public facility, yet it’s fair to presume that all back yard pools will contain faecal matter at some point.  What’s more, no one needs to poo in your pool for it to become contaminated.

Majority of the bacteria and pathogens in swimming pools, that make humans sick, originate in our gastrointestinal tract.  They enter the water through being washed off a dirty bottom, hence why if people have had diarrhoea, they shouldn’t enter a swimming pool for at least 3 days after the symptoms have ceased.

“But doesn’t water kill bacteria?”, you ask.  Unfortunately, no. In fact, many of the bacteria, micro-organisms  and viral pathogens that make us sick, use waterborne transmission to infect their next victim.

The best way to protect yourself and family from waterborne disease, and an embarrassing case of Pink Eye, is to regularly clean your pool.

What are some important steps in maintaining the cleanliness of your pool?

  • Making sure you have the correct sized pool filter for your swimming pool
  • Cleaning out or replacing your filter when it comes due
  • Regularly use Test Strips to test your pool water’s chlorine and pH levels
  • Skim your pool’s surface at least twice a week, removing the plants, bugs and other debris that has accumulated there
  • Keep the bottom of your pool clean by using a pool vacuum, at least weekly, to remove all the accumulated dirt and debris
  • Remember to clean out your skimmers every other day so that they don’t get overfill with leaves, bugs, hair and dust
  • Use a pool cover to stop dirt and dust entering the pool

It’s important to remember that keeping your pool clean isn’t just for aesthetic purposes.  The most important reason it to keep it healthy and pathogen free.

At Pool Heating Ltd, we can help you to keep your pool clean.  Please call us today on 0800 766 543 to discuss your pool filter, and pool cover needs.

 

Get Your Pool Ready for Summer

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The days are getting warmer and fruit is starting to form on the trees.  Summer is nearly here and it’s time to start using your swimming pool!

Lazy summer days in the pool with family & friends and even late night swims for one. Before you start using your pool again, though, you need to make sure that it is ready.  Apart from giving it a clean, now is a great time to maintain your pool system, making sure it is in good working order.

Who wants to have an unusable pool in the middle of summer?  No one!

So, what are some of the things you should be doing?  The most important is checking your pool filter and pool heating system, whether this is a pool heat pump or solar heating system.  Look for any external corrosion or cracks.  If you haven’t been running these during winter, turn them on and make sure they sound correct when running, and that the water pressure coming out of the water inlet is strong.  Also, check on and around your filter and heat pump, checking for any leaks.  If you have them, you can also inspect your solar panels, checking for obvious cracking.

It is also important to make sure you have enough pool treatments to keep your pool clean and healthy.  Have you run out of Chlorine?  Do you have enough testing strips to monitor your chlorine, pH, calcium hardness and cyanuric acid?

At Pool Heating Ltd, we are here to help you with everything you need to get your pool ready for summer.  If you need help purchasing a new filter, heat pump or pool cover, please give us a call on 0800 766 543 today.

 

 

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Summer is Here, Use That Pool!

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The sun is shining and the temperature gauge is reading “HOT”!  Summer is finally here!

Time to start making use of your swimming pool!

Pool Heating Ltd would like to wish everyone a long, hot, happy summer!  Please remember, though, to be safe around the pool.

During summer, we should be slip, slop & slapping, and this is especially important while swimming.  UV radiation increases by up to 25% when in and around water, meaning your sunscreen needs to be applied more frequently, so you don’t burn.

Now is also a good time to check your filter and pump, so that any maintenance required is completed and your pool remains useable all summer long.

If you need some help with your filter, pool cover, or maintenance for your pool heating system, please call Pool Heating Ltd on 0800 766 543.  We are more than happy to assist with all your pool maintenance needs.