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www.homeexpertly.comPool Heater Cost Calculator (USA)
Estimate what it costs to heat your pool by heater type, see the daily, monthly and seasonal running cost plus the one-time heat-up cost, compare gas, propane, heat pump and electric side by side, and download a PDF report.
Estimates only. Real heating cost depends on weather, wind, humidity, cover use and local energy rates, which vary day to day. Use these figures for planning and comparison, not exact billing.
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Pool & temperature
ft²
1004501200
gal
5k20k40k
°F
°F
°F
306595
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Heater & energy
%
/therm
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Usage & conditions
days
30120365
Cost per day to hold temp
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Enter your pool details and click Calculate
Initial heat-up cost
one-time, to reach target
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Cost breakdown
Daily running cost --
Monthly (30 days) --
Seasonal running cost--
Initial heat-up cost --
Energy used per day --
Water – air difference --
Cost summary
Per day
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Per month
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Per season
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Heat-up (one-time)
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Energy per day
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A cover would save
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Charts
Daily cost by heater type
Cost over the season
| Target | Water–Air | Per Day | Per Month | Per Season |
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The highlighted row is your target temperature. Every degree warmer raises both heat loss and cost, and most heat escapes by evaporation — a cover is usually the biggest single saving.