Question by biffle: How to heat an Intex pool, already looked at other resolved questions..?
I have an Intex above ground 15′ round by 4′ deep pool. The weather here makes pools too cold. I have read the other ‘how to heat my pool’ questions and still have another.

I’ve ruled out a gas heater (despite the fact that I have a free natural gas well). One heater manufacturer said it would burn the sides of the pool.

I do not want an ugly solar contraption on the roof as I built my house myself and am happy with how it looks.

The electric heaters, apparently, don’t heat well enough and cost a fortune.

So, my question is about the the coiled black tube method. I don’t understand how the original pump, 637R, can power water through a series of hoses, UP to a roof and through the filter without burning out. I know that they do not have to be on a roof, but if I can find a suitable ground area, what length of hose would work? AAAND, i have a solar cover and pool cover but people keep saying leave them on during the day, but my kids SWIM during the day, even with cold water.

Best answer:

Answer by sr71black
this page has an inexpensive option (170 bucks-a solar panel that sits next to pool) and a high tech heat pump that can be used even without sun : http://www.swimming-pool-information.com/above-ground-pool-equipment.html

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