Pool Gas Heater Versus Electric Heat Pump Comparison

From https://www.swimmingpoolsteve.com/pag... this video talks about a common question that pool owners have about which kind of heater they should buy. Often pool owners will compare natural gas / propane heaters to electric heat pumps to see which one to get however there is not all that much overlap in the comparison of these two heaters. Depending on where you are located and your expectations of heat for your pool there is likely a definitive winner for which one you should get - an electric heat pump versus a gas heater.

00:00 - Gas heater versus electric heat pump for a swimming pool
00:20 - There is likely a right heater for your pool based on function
00:45 - Heat pumps are minimally effective in some areas
01:05 - Gas heaters are powerful and higher BTU that heat pump
01:25 - Extend swimming season or improve regular season temps
02:00 - Gas heaters are far more powerful than heat pumps
02:20 - Heat pumps do net really extend swimming seasons
02:40 - Use a solar blanket on the pool at night for thermal efficiency
03:05 - Heat pumps need a large electrical service
03:30 - Available amperage for new heat pumps


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