Solar is the most cost effective way to heat your pool. It can save you thousands of dollars compared to conventional gas or electric heaters.
A solar pool system has a one-time equipment cost with no increase on your electric or gas bill. A solar pool system in Arizona can heat your pool about 9 months out of the year. December, January, and February are difficult months to heat a pool due to the very cold nights. Solar pool heating systems qualify for an Arizona tax credit of $1,000.
There are 2 sensors-one on the collector sensing heat and one at the pool pump sensing cold. The automatic solar controller senses there is heat in the solar collectors and turns the automatic 3 way valve to send water into the pool collector-cold goes up-hot comes back, it's that simple. Set the controller to your desired temperature.
State law prohibits any Home Owner's Association or CC&R from denying the use of Solar Power for your home. You will still have to let the HOA know of your plans for installing solar and file the appropriate applications. To read about the State's statute, please click the following link: http://www.azleg.gov/ars/33/01816.htm.