Heating your pool can enhance your comfort and let you use the amenity throughout the year. While there are many ways to heat a pool, getting a gas heater served by a propane delivery service has several advantages. Here are a few reasons to consider a propane-based heater.

Why Choose Propane as a Fuel Source for Pool Heaters

1. Eco-Friendly 

As one of the cleanest-burning fossil fuels available, propane is released into the environment as a gas. There’s no chance that it will leave behind harmful contaminants or spill. 

The nontoxic substance is also highly abundant in the United States. Because it’s widely available, it’s easy to source, with little need to expend unnecessary fuel and energy to deliver it. Plus, propane delivery service providers will refill your tank, so there's no need to purchase new materials whenever you need to refuel.

2. Cost-Effective

Propane is more economical than electricity and many other options, helping you save considerably on pool maintenance. Since it's largely derived from national sources, it’s not likely to experience extreme fluctuations in price. You can also use it to power anything from a grill when entertaining outside to the house on a cold day, which helps you save money on other fuels. 

3. Efficient 

Because this gas burns faster and at a higher rate than natural gas, you need far less to warm up an appliance with propane. Heating systems powered by it also heat the water to a more precise desired temperature than heat pumps, all while using less energy and warming more quickly.

Additionally, heat pumps rely on ambient heat and humidity to convert that energy into pool water heat, so they can become less effective in the winter. Heat produced by propane is warmer, so you can set the thermostat lower and don’t need to heat the pool any higher than necessary to achieve a comfortable temperature. With this fuel, the family can use the pool even when it’s cold outside.

For a reliable propane delivery service in Connecticut, turn to Thomaston Oil & Propane. Having served residents west of the river since 1986, the family-owned oil company will help keep your family comfortable year-round. They offer senior and military discounts, and support community organizations. Visit the website to learn more about their services, or call (860) 283-4878 to schedule an appointment.