Recent content by dhoop44

I’m no longer interested in a DIY pool heater and I appreciate all your feedback on that issue. Now I need to figure out my best options and would greatly appreciate your feedback and advice. I’m going to focus more on later in the spring and once I’ve finalized what I’m going to do, I can...

SINCE I'M NO LONGER DOING A DIY BUILD, I'M GOING TO MOVE THIS TO A NEW THREAD AND WON'T BE AS LONG. I have an idea that I wanted to run by the members for feedback/advice. But first I want to thank you all for talking me out of the DIY solar heater. I wish I would have come here months ago and...

Thank you for the information about the wet suits because if I'm not able to get the water up to the 78-80 degree mark, it's going to be difficult to get any benefit on my back. Also, when I have some more time I will go through and read all responses again just in case I missed anything. Can...

Thank you all for your responses in such a short amount of time. I have finished my signature and hope I included everything that is needed to make future posts easier. The previous 2 summers I spent learning how to own and maintain a pool and it still amazes me that I've barely scratched the...

New member and am excited to learn from experienced owners and pool experts. I’ve owned 2 intex pools the past 2 years and this will be the first year putting my 8000 gallon, 18’x52” round pool back up. Has a 12 inch Intex sand filter pump that seemed to work well last summer. Purchasing a new...

March into April, the weather in my area can be 70 degrees with full sun one day and snowing the next. So I’m really looking for any detailed information on solar pool heating and if possible, can I build one (right now we don’t have the budget to spend $1000’s for professional installation)...