Summer time can bring out the water lover in everyone. While many will flock to nearby bodies of water such as lakes, creeks, rivers, and even man-made water amusement parks, many have the privilege of simply filling up their own hot tubs or pools in the convenience of their back yards. As with most other conveniences, owning a pool or hot tub, can also come with increased cost.
Increased Water Bill
Increased Energy Costs
Those increasing cost are not only associated with filling up the pool or hot tub, but also with the increasing use of the washing machine and dryer to take care of all of those extra towels and clothes that are being used. Those who have owned a pool can attest to the fact that using these sources of entertainment, can almost double an average monthly bill. So if you are one of those lucky enough to own your own source of water amusement, following a few helpful tips and tricks can help to keep your water and energy cost to a minimum.
Reduce the Temperature on Water Heaters for Your Pool or Hot Tub
If your pool is heated, reducing the temperature in the summer time can help to save on the water bill and energy cost. The warmer water is the quicker it will evaporate. This brings us to the next tip.
Put on a Cover on it
If you leave your cover off on the days that you are not using your pool or hot tub, the water can quickly heat up and begin to evaporate. Additionally, using a cover means you should not have to run other sources of energy to clean it, such as an automatic surface cleaner. The cover itself should help to prevent debris from entering your pool or hot tub. In addition, using a cover can prevent the buildup of algae and other surface growths, which will in turn reduce the need to use more chemicals. More about Cardiff Plumbers | Cardiff Electrical
Lower the Level
Most especially if your family or visitors have young children. Children tend to find great joy in splashing around and in general, getting as much water as possible out of the pool and onto nearby visitors. Not only should you make a rule that there is ‘no splashing water out of the pool,’ but you can also physically keep the water level lower than the suggested water line. However, it is suggested to keep all of the pool’s floor tiles covered by at least an inch of water.
Add Water Sanitizer in the Evenings
The sun can quicken the dispersal of added chlorine. Be sure to add this in the evening. If you have a pump that automatically releases your pools chlorine systems, be sure to only run this pump at night.
Only Drain When Absolutely Needed
Although many pool or hot tub owners enjoy beginning a new season with fresh water in their pools and hot tubs, if your pool was properly winterized before last season’s shut down, you may not need to empty the pool or hot tub and refill it. Experts in the pool industry believe that a properly maintained pool or hot tub will only need to be drained and refilled once every three to seven years.
Reused Bathing Suits and Trunks Between Washes
There is no need to wash and dry every bathing suit as it comes out of the pool. If you have a washroom, keep swimsuits in a cool, dry place so that they can dry without worry of bacteria building, if you do not have a washroom, hang dry suits outside until they are dry enough to be brought indoors. If need be, a quick toss in the dryer to ‘spruce up’ a suit, is still much better than washing and drying the same suit seven times per week.
Many pool and hot tub owners that have not previously practiced water and energy conservation in relation to their pool and hot tub usage may find themselves pleasantly surprised at how little effort is required to save loads on their pool or hot tubs’ heating, water, and other energy costs.
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