Gas pool heating: tips for maintenance and repair

December 8, 2021

Gas pool heating has quickly become the most reliable, clean, safe and efficient pool heating system in the market today.

Setting your desired water temperature is as easy as using the control panel or a remote control. So, worry less, let the gas pool heater do the rest!

Gas pool heaters are fast, much like the installation and maintenance processes. Usually, the heating system is installed in less than a day so you will have a heated pool ready early the next day.

Did you know? Gas pool heaters are nicknamed “The high-performance option” in the pool heating industry. With Norwest Gas, they can easily be installed indoors or outdoors and are available for use with natural gas or LPG.

Asking the right questions prior to installation will ensure you are legally allowed to install the pool heating system that is according to your desire and need.

Keep reading to learn more about some repair and maintenance advice to keep your gas pool heater in tip-top shape for years to come!

Repair and maintenance advice for gas pool heaters

When investing in and installing swimming pool heaters, it’s important that you decide what your goals are and how you will use the heating to compliment your pool usage.

Gas pool heating allows you to heat your pool or spa to a desired temperature and keep it there all year round, giving you full control of when you swim or dip in. This system is suitable for both domestic and commercial pool applications.
You should ensure your pool heater is maintained properly to avoid the nasty shock of a cold pool. Throughout the year, regular maintenance checks should be done to ensure your heater can keep providing you with luxury and comfort.

If you’re ever faced with an underperforming or error-ridden gas pool heater, don’t hesitate to call Norwest Gas! We have professional gas fitters who are specialists in gas pool heating systems.

Don’t attempt to fix the issue alone. Pool heating is a specific and complex trade and requires the touch of a trained experienced professional.

In the rare instances that within the warranty period, you encounter issues with your swimming pool heater, it is encouraged to contact your local pool heating specialist first.

If the problem needs to be referred to the supplier under the their warranty, the team at Norwest Gas will lodge the service call for you.

Norwest Gas have completed well over a thousand pool heater installations. And to date, have not heard of one customer that hasn’t seen the benefits of heating their swimming pool.

It is also recommended that a service of your pool heater is completed annually to make certain that your heater continues to maintain its efficiency. If you ever need to, Norwest Gas can also offer you a maintenance program.

Although there are some simple at-home maintenance checks you can do to prevent malfunctions or other issues :

• Frequently inspect the burner intake ports of the swimming pool heater and then remove any build-up of debris.
• Check the swimming pool heaters’ burners for fraying or corrosion. If there are any signs of wear and tear, you need to have the burners replaced.
• Clean your filter regularly as swimming pool heaters require a steady flow of water through the filter to operate smoothly.
• Make certain that your pool skimmer is clean and unobstructed.
• Occasionally clean the element by safely removing from the heater and scrubbing with a wire brush.
• If the heater doesn’t seem to be working, check your main power supply and see if the breaker dedicated to your pool heater has tripped.
• Get a maintenance check-up at least once every season. The cost of maintaining your pool heater will be minimal compared to the costs of having to replace it before its time!
• Remember, if you have a problem with your pool heater, consult the owner’s manual immediately – If the problem is still unclear, contact a pool heating expert.

Maintenance and repairs need to be completed by a qualified tradesman only. And all gas work should only be completed and managed by a licenced Gasfitter and in accordance with both the Australian Standards and Gas Codes.

At Norwest Gas, you will be in the hands of licensed professionals. For more information regarding our Sydney gas pool heating services, call us now on 1300 499 169.