Energy Expert; Poolside Summer Is Longer with Solar Heat

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DEAR JAMES: I would like to use a solar system to heat my swimming pool water so my family can use it several more months each year. What are the various solar systems available, and are there any do-it-yourself kits? In most climates, you can get an extra two to three months use of the pool by installing a solar system to heat the water. During midsummer, when the pool water often gets uncomfortably warm, you can circulate the water through the solar collectors at night to cool the pool.

There are several basic designs of solar swimming-pool and spa heating systems, and many are sold as do-it-yourself kits. The manufacturers will advise you as to the amount of solar-collector area needed based on your pool or spa size and your climate (temperature and amount of cloud cover).

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Energy Expert; Poolside Summer Is Longer with Solar Heat

One interesting design uses a heat exchanger located in your attic. The heat exchanger is somewhat similar to a car radia...

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