A pool is a source of relaxation, but maintaining one can be energy-intensive, raising your utility bills and your environmental impact. The good news is that a handful of energy-efficient features save money and reduce your carbon footprint at the same time. Here is how they benefit both your wallet and the environment.

Solar heating systems

In sunny places like Arizona, heating your pool with the sun is a natural choice. Solar heating systems use panels to capture sunlight and convert it into energy to warm the water, reducing your reliance on gas or electric heating. You get a comfortably warm pool while cutting your utility bills, all from a resource the desert has in abundance.

LED lighting

Lighting enhances a pool, but traditional incandescent bulbs are energy hogs. LED lighting consumes far less energy and lasts much longer, and it comes in a range of colors that can be programmed into striking displays. Switching to LED saves on both energy and the cost of frequent bulb replacements.

Energy-efficient and variable-speed pumps

Pumps are one of the most energy-intensive parts of a pool, so this is where efficiency pays off most. Energy-efficient pumps run at lower speeds to circulate and filter the water with less power, which also reduces wear on the equipment. A variable-speed pump goes further, adjusting its speed to the pool’s needs at any given moment, running slower during periods of low demand for significant savings over time.

Timers and automation

Timers and automation can be a game-changer. A timer lets you schedule filtration and circulation during off-peak hours, when electricity rates are typically lower, and an automation system controls lighting, heating, and pumps together so you optimize energy use without thinking about it. The result is lower bills and less wasted energy.

Pool covers

A cover is a simple feature with an outsized effect. It slows evaporation and holds heat, saving both water and energy, which matters a lot in our hot, dry climate where evaporation runs high.

Build a pool that costs less to enjoy

Efficiency is comfort you do not have to pay twice for. Pools by Design plans these features into new builds across Tucson and Southern Arizona so your pool is kinder to your budget and the environment. Contact us for a complimentary consultation.