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Originally Posted by another Linda
We've been snowbirds since 2007 having bought a 2/2 CYV. I love it but have decided as we spend more time in TV I want more room ... and I think* I want a pool too. So, that prompts some questions for you pool owners.
1. During January and February, can you use your pool?
2. Can you keep it heated to about 82 degrees? (I'm a whimp)
3. What kind of heat do you have for it?
4. Any ballpark ideas of what it runs to heat during those months?
5. Do you use a solar blanket to preserve heat?
6. What maintenance is required for a saltwater pool?
I could go on, but that is enough for now.
Thanks for any help.
*Actually, I know I want a pool but DH says I only think I want a pool. So for now that is the way we'll go. I really really really think ....
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1,2. Yes
3. Heat pump (very inexpensive and only used occasionally Nov-Mar or special occasions.
4. Maybe $30/mo max. Once pool is heated to desired temp, solar blanket retains most of the heat anyhow so heater not running as often.
5. Yes. Usually evenings only.
6. Muratic acid weekly for ph (all pools). Chlorine generator setting done at electric panel setting which is very simple. Weekly vacuuming (all pools). Salt added 2-3 times per year (takes 5 minutes)
We had a large pool in upstate NY for many years and I said "never again" because of the maintenance, but this pool is so simple comparatively! I purchased a fiberglass pool so no liner, no concrete resealing every few years, automatic chlorine generator, quick vacuuming with a "Catfish", etc.
As usual, a variety of opinions. We have a small pool installed by T&D (HIGHLY recommend you use them) and we love it. It's inexpensive, easy to maintain, and great for quick dips on a hot day or morning & evening swims. We swim in Jan and Feb but not as often for obvious reasons. Heat pump heater which is very economical and rarely used but because pool is small it heats up to 85 (wife's required temp) within a few short hours. This is especially helpful when grandkids visit in winter months pool can be ready with an overnight heating. Only cover pool with a solar blanket (provided with pool) when heating. Otherwise we Never cover the pool.