A more energy efficient pool
We love our swimming pools, and the entertainment they provide. However, if you have a swimming pool, chances are you have a higher-than-average energy bill. Your pool’s pump and heater can use a significant amount of energy. Let us help you create a high efficiency pool with smart equipment and habits.
Installing a high efficiency pool pump increases energy efficiency
Installing a high efficiency pool pump can reduce the amount of energy required to keep your pool clean all year long. Don’t know what type of pool pump you have? Don’t worry, our Energy Experts can help when you schedule a free Home Energy Survey.
A participating independent contractor (PIC) is an independent business you can hire to install your new pool pump. These businesses have agreed to comply with Gulf Power Company’s program standards but are not employed by Gulf Power Company.
- Search for a PIC in your area by clicking the the “Find a Contractor” button above, and contact a contractor of your choice.
- Once you’ve chosen the PIC that is right for you, they will come and install the high efficiency pool pump.
- Your $250 instant incentive will appear automatically as a credit on the invoice your PIC provides.
- Should you choose to install the pool pump yourself - you will need to contact us to request the incentive. This option does not provide an instant incentive.
- Reside in a single-family detached home, must have an in-ground pool.
- Pool pump must be new and operational, and meet all equipment specifications to receive an incentive.
- Provide access to your pool equipment for Gulf Power Company or a Gulf Power Company Participating Independent Contractor (PIC)* to determine incentive eligibility.
More energy savings for your pool
Try heating your pool a new way
Gas pool heaters can cost over $1,000 a year in energy bills. Energy efficient pool heat pumps can do the same job for less than half that amount.
As your pool’s water is circulated through its pool pump, the heat pump compresses energy that is absorbed from the sun’s free heat and transfers it back to warm the pool. You’ll spend less to keep your pool at 80 to 90 degrees year-round, making a heat pump the most efficient and cost-effective way to heat your pool.
Install a variable speed pump
Pool pumps can use a significant amount of energy. A typical one horsepower pump often runs for 12 hours each day; that could cost about $50 per month. Variable-speed pumps from ENERGY STAR only use the required amount of energy to keep your pool ready for swimming, saving you money each month. Learn more about variable speed pumps at ENERGYSTAR.gov.
Check your local pool supplier for deals on pool pumps.
Take control and save even more
Enrolling in our Energy Select program is another smart strategy for keeping your pool operating costs as low as possible.
Energy Select puts the power of energy savings in your hands. With a free programmable thermostat installed in your home, you can set your central cooling and heating system, electric water heater and pool pump to run only when needed. You can also control the entire system through any laptop or smart device, home or away.
Small adjustments can create big savings. Other ideas for making your pool more efficient include:
- Reduce the filtration time to 6 hours per day. If the water doesn’t appear clean, increase the time in half-hour increments until it does.
- Install a timer to control the pump’s cycling. If debris is a problem, use a timer that can activate the pump for many short periods each day.
For more advice, ask your pool dealer or call our Energy Experts at (877) 655-4001.
*The list of participating independent contractors (PICs) is a compilation of businesses that have agreed to comply with Gulf Power Company's Program Standards, and is not a recommendation by Gulf Power Company of a particular independent contractor. The decision to select, hire and the management of the participating independent contractor is the sole responsibility of the Gulf Power Company customer. THE PIC IS NOT AN AGENT OF, OR JOINT VENTURER WITH, AND IS NOT EMPLOYED BY, AND DOES NOT WORK FOR, GULF POWER COMPANY; AS SUCH, THE PICS ARE NOT UNDER THE CONTROL OR SUPERVISION OF GULF POWER COMPANY BUT RATHER ARE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS. GULF POWER COMPANY DOES NOT MAKE AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY, GUARANTEE, OR PROMISE, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, THE AMOUNT OF ENERGY SAVINGS TO BE ACHIEVED, THE SUITABILITY OR QUALITY OF MATERIALS TO BE INSTALLED BY, OR THE WORKMANSHIP OF THE PARTICIPATING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SELECTED AND HIRED BY THE GULF POWER COMPANY CUSTOMER.