Having a swimming pool in your yard on a hot summer day is a great addition to any home. Pools require energy to run and regular maintenance to keep them in working order. For the best pool installation and repair, rely on the pool service experts at The Pool Guys in Troy, MO.

These experienced technicians share some energy efficiency tips to keep your swimming pool in top shape while reducing your utility costs:

• Pool Covers & Shelter: To prevent heat loss, utilize a pool cover when the pool is not in use. Fencing, hedges, and other items in your yard that provide shelter will protect your pool from winds and also reduce heat loss.
• Pool Heaters: Replace pool heaters older than five years with a newer, more energy efficient model. You can also install a pool heat pump, which saves more energy than a gas heater.
• Thermostat: Consider keeping your pool around 78 degrees when in use and lowering the temperature when not in use. Installing an automated timer for hours of operation is helpful. If you are leaving for vacation, turn off the heater or pump as well as the pilot light.
• Pool Filtration: Try to run the pool filtration system during off-peak hours, like late at night or early morning, as energy demands are lower at these times.
• Clean Drains: Dirty drains and grates force the pump to work harder, so keep them clean. Regular cleaning from The Pool Guys will clear intake grates of debris and dirt.

With more than 30 years of pool service experience, The Pool Guys in Troy is your best choice for swimming pool installation and repair. Call them up for professional pool opening and closing when the seasons change. Visit them online for more information about their pool designs and services, or call them for an estimate of any of your pool needs at (636) 462-7665.