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Yes I have 2 Powerwalls as well

For what it’s worth this is the Raypak calculator I’m looking at. I’ve also used the Pentair calculator which gets me basically to the same place, but the Raypak has more details to check how it is working.

This is tremendous insight for me. This is also why I want to use the heat pump. I have already paid for the solar panels so my effective cost for electricity now is zero. I understand from other forums on TFP that I can expect the pool to reach the average ambient temperature + 20 degrees...

1000 gallons The tank is set apart from the house. But the pool equipment will sit next to the house so I assume it will be minimal cost to add. In other words, no long trenching required.

Thank you for your reply My pool contractor is a Pentair dealer so I’m sure he can do what you’re saying. Which units in particular are you talking about? I see that Pentair has a hybrid unit, but I’m concerned that’s really just an underpowered heat pump stapled to a small propane heater.

Hi all, I live in Connecticut and I am considering installing a 20x40 (approx 33k gallons?) pool with internal spa. I already have a buried propane tank for home heating and cooking. I also recently installed solar panels with battery backup. Propane costs $2.69/gallon. Power prices are now...