Swimming Pool Heaters: How to Know When You Need Repairs

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Swimming in your pool is likely a leisurely activity most of the time, but even if you primarily use your pool for exercise, you never want to be uncomfortable while you are using it. Extremely cold water might discourage you from making the most of your pool, which is why many pool owners invest in swimming pool heaters.

Swimming Pool Heaters: How to Know When You Need Repairs

Swimming pool heaters, like any other kind of equipment, may wear out over time or experience other issues that require professional repair. If you are not sure how to determine whether you need swimming pool heater repair, here are a few signs to keep in mind:

  • The heat output is low. If your pool heater isn’t working as effectively as it used to, you need repairs. There may be a dirty filter, faulty heat exchanger, or poor gas flow causing the problem.
  • The pool heater won’t turn on. If the pool heater won’t turn on, then there could be damaged wiring. You may also want to check the gas valve to make sure it’s on, as well as the pilot light.
  • The pool heater is leaking. Loose connections and leaky gaskets require repair. If neither of those are the issue, it may be a heat exchanger problem since certain pool chemicals can damage the heat exchanger over time and lead to leaks.
  • There is strange noise coming from the pool heater. Grinding or whistling noises coming from your pool heater mean you should have it checked out by a professional.

Trust our team at S & H Pools if you need repairs. We work with swimming pool heaters often, and we know what to look for and how resolve their problems.