Why You Need a Pool Heat Pump? - Exinda

21 Jul.,2025

 

Why You Need a Pool Heat Pump? - Exinda

Enjoy Peaceful Pool Time

Nobody likes a noisy pool heater. Pool heat pumps operate quietly, allowing for a peaceful swim. 

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Unlike noisy alternatives, pool heat pumps operate quietly, allowing for a peaceful poolside experience. The quiet operation means you can relax by the pool without disturbance. 

Enjoy the tranquility without disturbance, especially during early morning swims!

Durability and Low Maintenance

Built with high-quality materials, pool heat pumps offer durable performance even in harsh weather. Simple maintenance routines ensure continued efficiency and reliability year after year.

Easy Maintenance

Maintaining a pool heat pump is straightforward. Regular cleaning and occasional professional checks keep it running smoothly. Following a simple maintenance routine, your heat pump could continue to perform efficiently. 

Affordable Heating Solution

Pool heat pumps are a cost-effective heating solution. The initial investment pays off with lower operational costs over time. Compared to other heating options, heat pumps offer the best value for money. I found the cost savings to be substantial, making the heat pump a wise investment.

Extend Your Swimming Season

With a pool heat pump, you can extend your swimming season. The pump keeps the water warm even in cooler months. This means more swimming days and more enjoyment. I love being able to use my pool year-round, thanks to my heat pump.

Get Started Fast

Installing a pool heat pump is quick and easy. Most units can be set up in a day. When I got my heat pump, the installation was hassle-free. A professional installed it swiftly, and I was enjoying warm water in no time. For a smooth installation process, check out this installation guide.

Easy Installation and User-Friendly Controls

Installing a pool heat pump is quick and straightforward, often completed in a day by a professional. User-friendly controls make temperature adjustments effortless, catering to all users.

Affordable Heating Solution

Pool heat pumps are a cost-effective heating solution. The initial investment pays off with lower operational costs over time. Compared to other heating options, heat pumps offer the best value for money.

Extend Your Swimming Season

With a pool heat pump, you can extend your swimming season. The pump keeps the water warm even in cooler months. This means more swimming days and more enjoyment.

conclusion

Investing in a pool heat pump is a smart choice for any pool owner seeking energy efficiency, consistent performance, and environmental benefits. 

Consider Exinda heat pumps for their reliability and user-friendly features, enhancing your swimming experience year- round.

EXINDA

Guangdong EXINDA Technology Co., Ltd. was founded in and is located in Heyuan City, Guangdong Province.

EXINDA is one of the leading manufacturers of global climate solutions as a brand of the EXINDA Group. Its supply chain covers a wide range of products such as  Swimming Pool Heat Pumps, HRV& ERV Fresh Air Systems, and Commercial Heat Pumps.

After more than ten years of vigorous development, EXINDA has always been at the forefront of technology, and has successively set up a heat pump R&D center, a fresh air R&D center, a mobile air conditioning R&D center, etc., which are gradually involved in the fields of heating and cooling, fresh air systems, domestic hot water, etc. 

EXINDA is always satisfied with the quality of its products and the needs of its customers as the first driver, and is committed to creating a comfortable home living system for the world, for the users pursuing a high quality of life.

Swimming Pool Heat Pumps: A Buyer's Guide

Swimming pool heat pumps offer warm pool water at a fraction of the cost of gas pool heaters, and unlike solar heaters, continue to heat the pool during cloudy, rainy periods.

Advantages of using a heat pump

Pool heat pumps work similar to a home heat pump. It acts like a reverse air conditioner, removing the ambient temperature in the air, with the use of an evaporator coil, liquid refrigerant and a compressor. The heat from the outside air is transferred to the pool water moving through the heat pump.

  • No emissions and very low energy use
  • Reliable heater, requires no maintenance
  • No dangerous gas or flames used
  • Easy to install, operate and troubleshoot
  • Highly efficient, cheap to operate.

This blog will help you select the best pool heat pump for your pool size and usage patterns, and answer some questions about heat pumps along the way:

Sizing a heat pump

Pool heat pumps are typically matched to the number of gallons in your pool. If you don't know or aren't sure how many gallons you have, measure your pool, and use this pool volume calculator tool.

Some heat pump manufacturers don't list the gallons, but list their heaters in terms of the BTU output. Most models are in the range of 50K (50,000) BTU's - to 125K BTU's.

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50K BTU heat pumps are meant for small pools, or aboveground pools, under 12,000 gallons. It will work on larger pools, but heating will be slow and total temperature rise may not be what you desire.

You'll need to consider pool size and the desired temperature change when selecting a heat pump for your swimming pool. Other factors, such as the average air temperature, humidity and wind speeds, will also influence a heat pump's ability to warm the pool water. Figuring on a temperature increase of 1-1.25 degrees per hour, you can use the following equation to get an approximate heat pump BTU requirement:

(Surface Area) x (Temperature Increase) x 12 = (Minimum BTU Needed)

For example, we'll use a rectangular pool 14 ft. wide by 28 ft. long. During the coldest month of use, the pool owner wants to increase the water temperature by around 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

(14 x 28) x 20 x 12 = 94,000+ BTU

BTU Guidelines

If you happen to know the volume of your pool in gallons, you can also follow this general guideline for heat pump BTUs:

Heat pumps max out around 135,000 to 150,000 BTU, so larger pools will take longer to heat. It's important to purchase a properly sized unit in order to maximize energy savings. Using a solar pool cover can also help reduce heat loss and boost efficiency.

The larger the BTU output, the faster the heating (still slow by gas pool heater standards) - and the greater temperature rise the pool heat pump can achieve. A nice sized heat pump can bring the pool up 30 degrees (or from 50 to 80 degrees).

Another factor that could affect the size of heat pump that you buy; if you have high winds and no pool cover, you will suffer from a great deal of heat loss off the top of the pool. If you do have wind blocks and/or an automatic pool cover, you could potentially buy a smaller heat pump.

Selecting a heat pump brand

With so many on the heat pump bandwagon, there are a lot of brands to choose from. Many of the names you may not recognize, like TropiCal and AquaCal. These companies are the originators of pool heat pumps, selling thousands throughout the  80's and 90's. As sales increased, big brands like Hayward and Pentair took notice, who are now making pool heat pumps as well.

To make it easier to choose from, we list 6 different pool heat pump models, from 4 manufacturers. Prices vary according to the features installed on these different models. Some of the most popular options out there that all models have is:

  • Titanium Heat Exchanger
  • Thermoplastic jacket or exterior
  • Digital display, electronic controls
  • Environmentally friendly R410A refrigerant

Some models will have more advanced diagnostic indicators (idiot lights), a super-quiet Scroll compressor, or a more compact design. Warranty is another point of differentiation between our 6 models of heat pumps. Finally, the high end pool heat pumps have the ability to also cool the pool, in the event that summer heat brings the pool water to unbearable temperatures!

Installing a heat pump

There's not much difference in installation methods among our pool heat pumps. There are some size considerations, so if you have a smaller space, look to the product dimensions in the brochure or the owner's manual (linked from our heat pump pages).

All heat pumps will need to be installed on a level platform or slab. You cut the pipe after the filter and any chlorinator, then connect the pool plumbing in and out of the heat pump. Heat pumps require a 30-60 amp breaker, depending on their BTU output size.

Your heat pump installation may require bringing more power to the equipment pad, or if you're lucky, you have enough room left to add the required breaker size to the panel. To be safe, use a qualified electrician to perform the electrical hook-up on your new heat pump.

Pool Heat Pump Buyer's Guide

Aqua Cal

One of the oldest and largest manufacturers of heat pumps. Aqua Cal does not make any other products besides heat pumps for pools in both residential and commercial applications. Their heat exchanger is titanium. Aqua Cal has an easy to read digital display, dual thermostat and whisper quiet fan motor. The thermostat has a lockout option, which prevents anyone from adjusting the pool temperature.

Aqua Pro

The AquaPro heat pump has a titanium heat exchanger with a 5 yr. warranty on the heat exchanger. Most of the units have a digital display with a dual thermostat. The housing on the heat pump is very durable and is weather resistant. Aqua Pro is one of the leaders in pool heat pumps, and one of the first manufacturers in Florida.

Pentair UltraTemp

The UltraTemp is Pentair's original heat pump with a titanium heat exchanger to help prevent and protect against chemical corrosion. The cabinet on the UltraTemp is weather resistant and will help ensure optimal performance during any climate. Available in three sizes, and comes in a heat/cool model to both heat and cool the pool, and comes with many advanced features and benefits.

Hayward HeatPro

Hayward purchased EUS in , and added the Heat Pro, which has a titanium heat exchanger to help prevent from chemical damage and also Hayward Quiet technology built into their heat pump. The compressor and fan blade helps reduce noise. Hayward Heat Pro has an Ultra Gold corrosion resistant evaporator coil which helps provide excellent durability even in coastal environments.

Raypak Classic Series

These heat pumps feature robust construction, and full featured design elements. Easy-to-use digital controller and simple water line hook ups make operation and installation a snap! ETL Listed and AHRI Certified. We also carry the Raypak Heat Cool Heat Pumps, to allow you to heat or cool the pool water, as needed.

TropiCal

An economical and environmentally-friendly way to heat your pool. Using titanium heat exchangers and TropiCal’s patented counter-flow water management system, this pump harnesses the power of its sealed ventilator motor. Microprocessor controlled auto defrost keeps the TropiCal running even when temps dip into the 40s.

For more information, please visit pool heat pump supplier.