Extending your swim season
“We believe that a swimming pool should be a year-round haven, not just a summer luxury.
As autumn leaves rustle in the gentle breeze off Lake Taupō, our region transitions to cooler nights and clear, crisp days. But that doesn't have to mean the end of swimming season - with the right solutions, you can extend your pool's enjoyment well into the cooler months.
At Plateau Pools & Spas, we believe that a swimming pool should be a year-round haven, not just a summer luxury. From selecting the right heating solutions to designing a space that maximises sunlight and warmth, we'll work with you to create a backyard retreat that's perfect for swimming and making memories with family and friends, all year round.
Location, location, location
Choosing the perfect spot for your pool is important. We understand that you may have a clear vision for your dream pool, and we're here to bring it to life. With our expertise and guidance, we'll work together to select the perfect spot, ensuring your pool is both beautiful and functional. We can guide you in selecting the best location for your pool, carefully considering factors such as sunlight, wind direction, and drainage. We'll help you maximise your pool's sun exposure, while also taking into account your backyard's unique landscape, creating a seamless transition between your pool and outdoor living spaces.
Heating your pool
Heating your pool will provide you with a much longer swim season, ultimately adding lifestyle and financial value to your investment. Heat pumps and solar heating provide energy efficient options for all budgets.
Heat pumps
A heat pump for your pool is an energy-efficient way to warm your pool water. It works by pulling heat energy from the outside air and transferring it to your pool water, using a refrigerant to maintain a consistent temperature. This process is also reversible, allowing the heat pump to cool your pool water in the summer. Inverter heat pumps can adjust their speed and energy use to match the pool's water temperature. This is made possible by advanced technology that constantly monitors the water temperature and adjusts the heat pump's performance in real-time.
We recently installed an Oasis iX Series Inverter heat pump within a pool build in Kinloch. With the beautiful but chilly waters of Lake Taupō nearby, a heated pool was the perfect way to extend the swimming season and make the most of the homeowner’s stunning surroundings.
"Installing the heat pump has been one of the best decisions we've made for our family's lifestyle. We love that we can swim in our pool every day, no matter the season. Plus, with Wi-Fi control, we can manage the heating from our phones - it's so easy, " says Mr Newman.
Retrofitting a heat pump into an existing pool system is also a viable option for many pool owners. This can be a cost-effective way to upgrade your pool's heating system, especially if you already have a functioning pool and equipment. Feel free to get in touch with us to discuss this option, or other pool renovation and refurbishment ideas.
Oasis iX19 Heat Pump
Solar heating
Solar pool heating systems offer a highly efficient and cost-effective way to maintain your pool's temperature. A solar pool heating system uses large solar panels on your roof to turn sunlight into heat, which is then transferred to your pool water. This highly efficient system uses only 1500 kWh of energy per season, saving you thousands of dollars by harnessing free solar energy instead of relying on costly electricity or gas. As a result, you can enjoy warm or even hot pool water, extending your swimming season and making the most of your outdoor oasis.
We recently installed a Sunbather HiPEC Solar heating system into a home in Taupō, which boasts cutting-edge technology that makes it easy to monitor and maintain the pool's water temperature. With the user-friendly Wi-Fi app, the homeowners can track real-time data, such as the roof temperature (56 degrees) and the pool temperature (26 degrees) and indicates when the solar heating is active.
"Our solar pool heating system just works like magic. We can relax and enjoy our pool, knowing it's warm and ready whenever we are," says Mr Arrell.
Sunbather flexible Hi-PEC strip
As you plan your perfect pool, don't let the cooler months limit your vision. Contact Plateau Pools & Spas today to explore our heating options and discover how you can make the most of your pool, all year round.