What is the ideal temperature for your swimming pool? Do you prefer it a little on the cooler side or a little on the warmer side? The temperature that you keep your pool is a personal preference, but there are certain guidelines to follow for different scenarios.
Pool water temperatures typically range from 78ºF to 82ºF. According to the American Red Cross, a temperature of 78ºF is ideal for competitive swimming. However, this may be too cool for young children and the elderly, who may require a temperature of 80ºF or higher.
How warm you keep your pool determines how much energy you will use each month. If you have an electric heat pump, you can save on energy costs by turning the temperature down or turning off the heater whenever the pool won’t be used for several days. It’s a myth that it takes more energy to heat a pool back up to a desired temperature than you save by lowering the temperature or turning off the heater.
At Horizon Pool and Patio, we have a wide variety of pool heating systems for you to choose from that will keep your pool at your preferred warmth level all year round. If you are in the market for a new pool heater, one of our expertly trained pool professionals will visit your home to perform a proper sizing analysis for your specific swimming pool to determine the ideal pool heater size for you.
Recognized as the premier pool and spa specialist in Palm Beach County, Horizon Pool and Patio has been serving the Central-Western communities for over 30 years. As a family-owned and operated business, we are committed to providing outstanding service to both residential and commercial clients in Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Lake Worth, The Acreage, Loxahatchee, Greenacres, West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach and many other communities. We specialize in pool and spa maintenance, equipment repairs, retail supplies and equipment, and complete pool renovations and remodeling. If you are in the neighborhood, we invite you to visit our retail store in the Wellington Plaza next to Schaefer Drugs at 12785A Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414 or call (561) 790-0665 for more information.
