we have solar and gas heat. We keep the gas heater set at 84 year around. In the very cold months with a solar blanket on it usually takes an hour to bring the pool to temp and the solar keeps it there or above.
If you are buying the heater on your own you may be able to save a few dollars initially. What I found was that buying through a company that handles the product, they usually offer a longer warranty and of course if it is their equipment and their installation you can expect better ongoing service. Gas pool heaters have a life of 4-8 years here in FL. Just like a gas grille the burners tend to rust out over time...yes even the stainless steel ones.
I just replaced mine this past week after 7 years.
I used T&D Spa and Pools. They are my original builder/installer of pool and equipment. I could find the same heater online for around $00 less than I paid them. That price of course did not include installation and plumbing or taking the unit to where it needs to be installed.
Sodo your homework.
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