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Old 11-14-2018, 12:37 PM
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Originally Posted by starflyte1 View Post
I have had a heated pool in TV for 9 years. It is a heat pump electric type, purchased from Pinch a Penny. It can heat the pool year around. I don't watch electric bills closely, but don't think it adds great expense when in use. The pool pump runs 6-8 hours a day anyway.

I personally would not go with any solar. Installation costs and lack of enough heat a good part of the year.

Also had a heat pump pool heater in South Florida for 15 years. Reliable.
I agree about solar being ineffective in the winter months. We have solar only, and there are definitely months when (even while using the solar and a solar blanket) the pool water is simply too cold to enjoy.