We’re reaching the time of year when you rely on your pool heater more and more. As temperatures dip down, warm pool water is even more important if you want to enjoy swimming into the fall months. But have you scheduled maintenance for your pool heater this year?
If not, you may be giving us a call for pool heater repair in New Brunswick, NJ. You can keep reading to learn more about why pool heaters need maintenance as well as some tips for how you can take care of your pool heater in between professional service appointments.
Winter Woes
Your pool heater has to work harder at this time of year as temperatures dip lower. It’s increasing the water temperature in your pool as cool air temperatures battle back to lower the water temperature even more. The result is that your pool heater is taking on more wear and tear to keep your pool comfortable.
Now is a great time to schedule pool heater maintenance before temperatures get too cold. Timely service ensures that your pool heater is ready to work through the fall season and again in spring next year. We can fix any minor issues and make repairs or replacements to parts that need some TLC. Remember, this is a service you need to invest in annually.
Professional service can be the difference between having a working pool heater or having a major malfunction when you least expect it. Although we do encourage you to complete maintenance steps on your own, getting expert attention is equally important. We can put our years of experience into action and take great care of your pool heater year after year.
Homeowner Pool Maintenance Tips
Examples of homeowner maintenance steps include:
- Rinsing off the coils – Use your water hose set to a low water pressure to rinse off the coils. Since your pool heater is exposed to the weather in the elements all year long, it’s easy for dirt to build up around these coils. Hosing them off regularly is a great way to ensure your pool heater can operate at its best without struggling.
- Wiping down fan blades – The fan blades are another area that takes on dirt buildup easily. A layer of grime can easily weigh down your fan blades and affect the efficiency of the heater. Wiping down the fan blades around once a month is a great way to prevent caked on buildup from getting too bad.
- Monitor for debris – Aside from dirt buildup, it’s also a good idea to remove any large pieces of debris that get stuck in your pool heater. You may notice leaves, twigs, or other things stuck in fan blades, coils, or somewhere else. Check for debris at least once a month, but ideally any time you are out and using your pool.
- Check electrical connections – We all know that electricity and water do not mix. However, your pool heater does need electricity to operate and has a variety of safeguards in place. Take a close look at electrical connections to make sure that they’re secure. If you have any doubts about the electrical connections leading to your pool heater, call right away for service. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
- Inspect insulation for refrigerant lines – The refrigerant lines in your pool heater have insulation to help keep heat in. Even small holes in the insulation can cause big problems.
Signs of Pool Heater Problems
If your pool heater begins to make unusual sounds during operation, that’s a red flag. It should be able to maintain a consistent temperature for your pool, so if your pool is suddenly cooler than you expect it to be, don’t increase the temperature in an attempt to warm it up. Instead, call our team for service so that we can troubleshoot.
Contact Scaran today to schedule an appointment with our professionals for pool heater maintenance and repairs.
