Your swimming pool provides exercise, relaxation, and a refreshing respite on hot sunny days, but when it comes to maintenance and utility bills, owning one can also be costly. Fortunately, with advancements in technology and solar energy, there are many ways to make your swimming pool more efficient and save money.

How to Upgrade Your Pool's Energy Efficiency

1. Install Energy-Efficient Lighting

An easy and inexpensive way to make your pool more energy-efficient is to switch from incandescent to LED light bulbs. Energy Star®-rated LED light bulbs can last up to 25 times longer and use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs, reducing your carbon footprint and saving on your electric bills.

LED bulbs are available in a variety of colors and styles and can be used in your swimming pool as well as the surrounding backyard.

2. Switch to Alternative Energy Sources

With solar heaters and pumps, keeping your pool clean and warm has never been easier or more cost-effective. These devices work just like standard models, though they run on energy gained from the sun.

To further your efficiency and savings, cover your pool with a solar blanket when it's not in use to prevent water evaporation and maintain heat levels. 

3. Use an Automated System

Thanks to advancements in technology, many pool systems are now designed to run automatically. In addition to built-in efficiencies and improved circulation that allow them to complete a cleaning cycle in less time, they can be scheduled to run at optimal times of day when energy costs are lower.

To upgrade your pool's energy efficiency, contact the professionals at Solar Help Hawaii in Honolulu. Their skilled team installs and services alternative energy appliances such as swimming pool pumps, heating systems, and solar panels. Contact them today at (808) 548-4357 to schedule a free consultation, or visit them online to learn more about their products and services.