Fiberglass Pools Advantages and Features

Pool Pumps: The world's most intelligent pumps are a "no brainer".  I am a huge fan of running my fiberglass pool 24 hrs a day.  And there’s only one pump in the world that can save you money while doing so.  The New SVRS “the quietest pool pumps in the world”.

A breakthrough in energy-efficiency and service life, the IntelliFlo^® pump allows programming for 4 different speeds for different pool, spa or water features applications. By dialing in the minimum speed required for a task, the pump works less and uses less energy. Pump speeds are easily adjusted with the push of an up or down arrow button.

The IntelliFlo^® VS+SVRS is the revolutionary way to reduce energy costs and meet the desire for the safest pool possible. This “intelligent” pump's 8 speeds can help cut the pool portion of utility bills up to 90% and save you hundreds of dollars per year and thousands of dollars over its life. On the safety front, you install a Safety Vacuum Release System (SVRS) that senses drain blockage and automatically shuts the pump off in seconds to provide an important layer of entrapment protection.

An Eco Select^™ Choice: Standard pool pumps can consume as much energy as all other home appliances combined? Often costing more than $1,000 per year! IntelliFlo pumps can typically cut energy use by 30% to 90%, generally saving $620 to $1,350 in utility costs annually...more where rates are higher than average.*

*Savings based on comparison pump running between 3.6 and 12 hours per day at the national average of 15 cents/kilowatt hour in a 20,000 gallon pool. Actual savings may vary based on plumbing size and length, pump model, service factor, flow rates, and other hydraulic factors.

Filters: Artistic Pools Normally uses De filters on all of our Fiberglass Pools unless a customer requests something Different.  Even though I have just stated a preference of D.E. filters over Sand over Cartridge filters, I would rather have a large cartridge filter than a small D.E. filter. So remember, in pool filters, size matters! The D.E. filter is the most efficient type of pool filter on the market. It can trap particles down to 3 - 5 microns; well below what the naked eye can see. As with sand filters, the pressure gauge indicates a need for backwashing when it reads 8 - 10 lbs. higher than its clean reading. After backwashing a D.E. filter, a new application of D.E. filter powder is added to the filter by pouring into the skimmer. An annual breakdown of the filter is necessary to thoroughly clean D.E. filter grids.

Heaters:  Heater’s do one of two things for your fiberglass pool project.  The most important attribute is that it extends your pool season up to 85%.  Second, a heater provides real swimming pool comfort for those chilly nights.  There are four ways to heat your fiberglass swimming pool. The most economical is of course solar however this system would not fare well alone in the Northeast without an electric heat pump.  You also have the option of Natural Gas or Propane.  90 percent of my fiberglass pools projects get an electric heat pump.  Heat Pump Pool Heaters: Still the most cost-effective Choice

The effects of Increased Energy Costs
Heat pump pool heaters, in general and Aqua Comfort, in particular, remain your best pool heating option for fiberglass pools, now and in the future. Improved design and performance means the most cost effective way to heat your swimming pool.
The projected cost to heat your pool with an Aqua Comfort pool heater in 2009 is not much more than it was nine years ago in 2000. In fact in some metro areas it’s lower now than seven years ago. Pool owners ask us all the time “How can that be possible?”

During the past seven years the cost of electricity, across the country, has been far more stable than other energy categories such as natural gas, propane, oil or gasoline. The inherent efficiency of heat pumps (5-7 times more efficient than fossil fuel heaters) , in general, and the commitment by Aqua Comfort to design and performance improvements that resulted in a heat pump pool heater 27% more efficient than several years ago means pool heating costs that are both reasonable and stable.

Because of their inherent efficiency advantage, electric rates would have to rise 3-4 times faster than the cost of natural gas and 4-5 times faster than propane to have an equivalent net dollar effect on the pool owner pocketbook. The chart below indicates how a 50% increase in the cost of electricity, natural gas and propane would affect your pool heating costs.

Lighting:  Fiberglass Pools love light. We are now using the Fiber stars Pal-Treo Led pool lights.  Lighting up your fiberglass swimming pool is like being on a secluded island watching the sky change colors.  These Led Pool lights fit in standard wall fittings; they are totally serviceable, replaceable LED lamp, wide beam technology, brightest fiberglass pool light source in the world, Self Synchronized and simply the best light for any fiberglass pool project.  These pool lights are 12 VAC, 5 watt complete underwater light.  They fit most 1.5” wall fittings.  The best part is that you get to enjoy 100,000 hour Led color array boasting 6 lockable colors and two color changing modes. 

Salt Water Generators:  fiberglass Pools love salt water.  Swimming pools need to be sanitized.  We have found that the Frog Hybrid by King Technology to be the best system in its class.  This system utilizes a mineral reservoir to cut down on the chlorine needed to sanitize your fiberglass Swimming Pool.   How does the Chlorine Generator work? Salt water passes through the Chlorine Generator's electrolytic cell to produce chlorine, which is then dissolved instantly in the water. This continuous process destroys bacteria, viruses, algae, and oxidizes other organic materials in the pool.  Normal salt expense for Fiberglass Pools in one year 16.00.  Now that’s saving money.

Tile:  Adding tile to your fiberglass pool not only increases the aesthetic appearance but also covers the exposed fiberglass from the sun and eliminates the need to clean the scum ring around the perimeter of the swimming pool.

Pool Cleaners: We are firm believers that a pool should be used for enjoyment purposes.  Fiberglass Pools require little maintenance and when it’s time to clean the pool there’s no better way to do it than plug in the cleaner and let it go.  Independent cleaners have many advantages for fiberglass pools. At Hayward, we engineer our line of cleaners to be low-maintenance, easy to install and energy-efficient. That's what makes the specialty product of the season our energy-efficient Tiger Shark Robotic Cleaner. The Tiger Shark uses less energy than pressure or suction cleaners and has been selling worldwide for 40 years—a true testimony to its outstanding performance and track record in the swimming pool industry.

Easy to use and operate, all you do is take it out of the box, plug it in and you're ready to go—no additional tools required. It's even equipped with a convenient shut-off function, automatically powering down at the end of its three-hour cleaning cycle. Utilizing its on-board smart computer, it calculates the size of your fiberglass swimming pool for a programmed energy efficient cleaning pattern for a spotless clean pool…every time. This advanced portable cleaner brushes and scrubs while it vacuums reaching everywhere in your pool including the bottom, sides and steps. It also features an easy to clean reinforced cartridge element, which means no more bags—yet another eco-friendly attribute. As an additional safety measure, all Tiger Shark's feature a 24 DC volt, energy efficient motor.

Slides and Dives:  Slides and Dives can be added to your fiberglass pools package for enjoyment.  Diving boards require your pool to be a minimum of 8’ deep, whereas slides can be installed in your swimming pool at depth’s around 4 feet deep.  The Turbo twister slide is a fun filled twisting water slide designed for enhanced enjoyment for kids and adults.

Pool Covers:  The days of using the water bags around your fiberglass swimming pool with a sheet of plastic are over.  Fiberglass Pools along with other types should in all cases have a safety pool cover installed.  Fiberglass Pools should always remain full of water.  We encourage the use of a Defender Mesh cover from Anchor industries.  The innovative Defender Mesh Safety Pool Cover from Anchor Industries has many great features. First, it inhibits algae growth by stopping 98% of sunlight. Next, it reduces chemical loss from swimming pool water. It also has D-Rings for ease of installation and webs are sewn on the bottom side of the cover so leaves and other debris can be easily removed. Brass anchors recess flush with the stamped concrete deck, when not in use. This cover has a limited 144 month warranty.

With the Defender Mesh Safety Pool Cover, all necessary installation hardware is included. With a 12-year warranty and 30% heavier fabric, Defender Mesh also easily folds for minimal storage space.

Water Features:  Fiberglass pools can be equipped with a wide array of water features such as Swimming pool beach entry bubbler Jets, Deck jets, raised bond beam water falls, rain water falls, sheer decent water falls, lighted rain water falls, and Natural moss rock waterfalls containing fiber stars Led lights and much more.  Enhance your fiberglass pool project or water feature with lights from Fiber stars.  You will love it!

Stamped Concrete:  Fiberglass Pools are by far the wave of the future in swimming pool products.  Adding Stamped Concrete or Artistic Pavers Decking to the surrounding of any fiberglass pool project enhances the overall look and appeal the project in general.  There are so many patterns and Colors to choose from.  I can honestly say that our past customers love fiberglass pools but comment mostly on the beautiful stamped concrete decking that surrounds their backyard retreat.  I have always said that “you can have a beautiful fiberglass pool, but if the concrete that surrounds it looks bad the project was unsuccessful”.

Fencing:  Let's not leave out the finishing touch to every Fiberglass Pools project. The fence adds to the overall ambience to your backyard swimming pool project. The most common are 4' aluminum fencing. 6' pvc fencing is used for privacy and can include various colors to choose from. Protecting your family and other kids in the neighborhood should be your first priority. Lock's at a minimum of 54" high with spring loaded gates swinging away from your fiberglass pool project is required by law.