{"id":1866,"date":"2024-12-22T14:31:55","date_gmt":"2024-12-22T14:31:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/?p=1866"},"modified":"2026-07-06T10:54:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:54:45","slug":"choosing-the-perfect-pool-heat-pump-for-your-climate-and-pool-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/choosing-the-perfect-pool-heat-pump-for-your-climate-and-pool-size.html","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Perfect Pool Heat Pump in 2026: The Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1866\" class=\"elementor elementor-1866\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b061eb7 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b061eb7\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-364d46b\" data-id=\"364d46b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55f606f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"55f606f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>How do I choose the right pool heat pump?<\/strong><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To select the perfect pool heat pump, you must calculate your Pool Volume (Gallons), determine your local Climate Zone, and identify your desired Temperature Rise. A unit that is too small will run continuously without reaching the desired heat, increasing electricity bills. For accurate sizing, always match the heat pump\u2019s BTU output to your pool\u2019s surface area and heat loss factors.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>1. Why the Right Heat Pump Matters<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deciding to install a pool heat pump is a smart investment, but picking the first unit you see on sale is a mistake. The wrong size or model can lead to high energy bills and a cold pool.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is why sizing matters in 2026:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>Efficiency:<\/strong> An undersized pump works overtime, killing the COP (Coefficient of Performance). The right size runs in short, efficient cycles.<\/li><li><strong>Cost-Savings:<\/strong> Arctic Heat Pumps are designed to save up to 75% on energy costs compared to gas heaters but only if sized correctly.<\/li><li><strong>All-Year Performance:<\/strong> If you want to swim in November or December, you need a unit specifically designed for low ambient temperatures, not a standard summer pump.<\/li><\/ul><h2><strong>2. The Big 3 Factors: Pool Size, Climate, and Heat Loss<\/strong><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before clicking &#8220;Buy,&#8221; you need to evaluate these three critical variables:<\/span><\/p><h3>A. Pool Volume &amp; Surface Area<\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger pool requires more BTUs (British Thermal Units) to raise the temperature by 1\u00b0F.<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>The Risk:<\/strong> If you choose an undersized pump, it may maintain temperature on a warm day but will fail completely when a cold breeze hits or the sun goes down.<\/li><li><strong>The Solution:<\/strong> Calculate your total water volume and surface area. (See our sizing formula below).<\/li><\/ul><h3>B. Local Climate<\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat pumps extract heat from the air.<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>Warm Climates (Florida\/California):<\/strong> Standard heat pumps work efficiently.<\/li><li><strong>Cold Climates (Canada\/Northern US):<\/strong> You need a<strong> Cold Climate Heat Pump<\/strong> (like Arctic\u2019s Titanium Series) that can operate down to <strong>-4\u00b0F (-20\u00b0C<\/strong>). Standard pumps often shut down when the air drops below 50\u00b0F<\/li><\/ul><h3>C. Heat Loss &amp; Insulation<\/h3><ul><li><strong>Evaporation:<\/strong> 75% of pool heat loss happens at the surface.<\/li><li><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Always use a <strong>Pool Cover<\/strong>. A cover creates a barrier that retains heat, allowing you to potentially use a smaller, more affordable heat pump while maintaining the same temperature.<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>3. Quick Selection Guide: Which Arctic Model Do You Need?<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have simplified the choice based on your specific needs. Here are the top Arctic Heat Pump models for 2026:<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbde0a4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jet-table\" data-id=\"bbde0a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"jet-table.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-jet-table jet-elements\">\n\t\t<div class=\"jet-table-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<table class=\"jet-table jet-table--fa5-compat\">\n\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"jet-table__head\"><tr class=\"jet-table__head-row\"><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-c520fef jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Best For&#8230;<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-5cc31ba jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Recommended Model<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-5698207 jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Capacity<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><th class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-866f027 jet-table__head-cell\" scope=\"col\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Key Feature<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"jet-table__body\"><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-7c67d99\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-c4e02be jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Hot Tubs &#038; Swim Spas<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-60424c8 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Arctic 015ZA\/B<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-1493d1d jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">23,000 BTU<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-6de4288 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Works down to -4\u00b0F (-20\u00b0C). Perfect for winter spa use.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-3e436be\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-091263d jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Small Pools \/ Lap Pools<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-3d12e7c jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Arctic 035ZA\/B<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-4942c88 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">29,000 BTU<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-1b1cee8 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">The &#8220;Versatile Performer.&#8221; Heats and cools smaller bodies of water efficiently.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"jet-table__body-row elementor-repeater-item-03ba37d\"><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-c9fc61b jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Large Pools \/ Commercial<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-a07d281 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">Arctic 060ZA\/B<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-a5032d2 jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">95,500 BTU<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"jet-table__cell elementor-repeater-item-dc17a9d jet-table__body-cell\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-inner\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-content\"><div class=\"jet-table__cell-text\">The &#8220;Heavy Lifter.&#8221; Ideal for large family pools requiring rapid heating.\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-233f568 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"233f568\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e09030f\" data-id=\"e09030f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a64942 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9a64942\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Arctic-Pool-Heat-Pump.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1914\" alt=\"Arctic Heat Pumps\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Arctic-Pool-Heat-Pump.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Arctic-Pool-Heat-Pump-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Arctic-Pool-Heat-Pump-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Arctic-Pool-Heat-Pump-768x549.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a258498 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a258498\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-484bdd2\" data-id=\"484bdd2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18f4a90 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"18f4a90\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>4. How to Size Your Heat Pump (The Formula)<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we recommend using our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/heat-pump-sizing-tool.html.html\"> <b>Official Sizing Tool<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for precision, here is a quick way to estimate your needs manually:<\/span><\/p><ol><li><strong>Calculate Surface Area:<\/strong> Length \u00d7 Width = Surface Area (sq. ft.).<\/li><li><strong>Calculate Pool Volume:<\/strong> Surface Area \u00d7 Average Depth \u00d7 7.5 = Volume (Gallons).<\/li><li><strong>Estimate kW Required:<\/strong> A general rule of thumb for maintaining temperature is:<br \/><strong>Pool Volume (Gallons) \u00f7 2,500 \u2248 Required kW Output<\/strong><\/li><\/ol><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Example:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A 25,000-gallon pool \u00f7 2,500 = <\/span><b>~10 kW Heat Pump<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> required (minimum).<\/span><\/p><h2><b>5. Installation Tips for Maximum Efficiency<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even the best heat pump will fail if installed poorly. Follow these 2026 guidelines:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>Airflow is King:<\/strong> Heat pumps need to breathe. Ensure there is at least <strong>12 inches of<\/strong> <strong>clearance<\/strong> from walls and<strong> no obstructions<\/strong> in front of the fan discharge.<\/li><li><strong>Plumbing:<\/strong> Install the heater after the filter but before any chlorinators or chemical feeders to prevent corrosion.<\/li><li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Place the unit as close to the pool pump\/filter as possible to minimize heat loss through pipes.<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>6. The Cost-Benefit Analysis (ROI)<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the upfront cost worth it?<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong>Average Cost:<\/strong> $2,000 \u2013 $5,000 (installed).<\/li><li><strong>Annual Savings:<\/strong> compared to gas\/electric resistance heaters, you save<strong> $1,000 to $2,000 per year.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Payback Period:<\/strong> Most Arctic homeowners see a full Return on Investment (ROI) in less <strong>than 2 years.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the payback period, the savings go straight to your pocket for the remaining 15-20 year lifespan of the unit.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-eb6255e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"eb6255e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0f61821\" data-id=\"0f61821\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbd4df3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"bbd4df3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Accurate-Sizing-and-Professional-Installation.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1918\" alt=\"Accurate Sizing and Professional Installation\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Accurate-Sizing-and-Professional-Installation.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Accurate-Sizing-and-Professional-Installation-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Accurate-Sizing-and-Professional-Installation-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Accurate-Sizing-and-Professional-Installation-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Accurate-Sizing-and-Professional-Installation-1536x1023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3c0b773 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3c0b773\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d373afe\" data-id=\"d373afe\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a055957 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a055957\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2><p>Choosing the perfect pool heat pump requires balancing your location, pool size, and budget. Stop guessing work and start calculating. By selecting a high-efficiency Arctic Heat Pump tailored to your specific climate, you ensure comfortable swimming year-round while keeping your energy bills rock bottom.<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udc49<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.arcticheatpumps.com\/sizing-tool\"> <b>Use Our Heat Pump Sizing Tool Now<\/b><\/a><\/p><h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/b><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e2994b elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"6e2994b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1151\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1151\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Can I use a smaller heat pump if I live in a hot climate?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1151\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1151\"><p>Yes. In warmer climates, the air provides more &#8220;free heat,&#8221; so the pump doesn&#8217;t have to work as hard. However, if you plan to extend your swim season into winter, you should still size the unit based on the coldest month you intend to swim.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 id=\"elementor-tab-title-1152\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1152\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Do I really need a pool cover with a heat pump?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1152\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1152\"><p>Highly recommended. Without a cover, you lose heat rapidly through evaporation, forcing the pump to run longer. 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