Recent content by m1rabel

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    DIY Solar heater questions

    civicturbo, you mention testing the flow rate yourself, how do you do that? I have a 2 speed pump and would love to know what my GPM flow rate is with the pump on Low versus High. Do I need a special meter or is there some other way to calculate it? Thank you!
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    Solar Roof Panels vs Heat Pump in CT/New England?

    Great responses! thanks so much for all the useful information! I especially find any cost data extremely helpful - thanks for sharing and keep it coming! :) I'm wondering if it would make sense for us to first try a solar option, see how that goes for a season, then if necessary, add a...
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    Solar Roof Panels vs Heat Pump in CT/New England?

    Hello and thank you for reading this post (first time posting, sorry if I make any mistakes!). We need some advice on heat pump vs solar panels to heat our 15'x30' oval above ground pool. We are in Connecticut and other than the month of July, the water is just too cool for anyone to...