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Pool Heat Pump Installation Melbourne

Want to swim longer? We size the heater for your pool, the weather, and your cover, then make sure it has the space and power to work.

What we do

Heat pump sizing, plumbing, and setup

Before we arrive

Tell us the pool size, when you want to swim, and send photos of the space.

Good for

Common reasons people call us

1

Heating a cold pool for the first time

2

Replacing a broken pool heater

3

Swimming earlier in spring and later in autumn

4

Fixing a heater that is too small

5

Connecting a heater to a smart pump

6

Working out where a big heater can fit

What we check

A proper look at the whole setup

Pool size and target temperature

What months you want to swim

Whether you use a pool cover

Space for air to blow out of the heater

Water flow and bypass plumbing

Power supply for the new heater

Pool equipment we work on

What we work with

We check the equipment, water path and controls before we recommend a repair.

Pool heat pump beside an equipment enclosure
The heater position allows for pipe access and discharge airflow
Neptune pool heat-pump product
Heat-pump selection starts with pool volume, use and seasonal conditions
Installed residential pool heat pump
A completed heat-pump installation with connected pipework
Pool heat pump installed beside a home
Final placement checked against the manufacturer's clearance requirements
Pool and spa heat-pump circuit
Heating flow planned for pool and spa operating modes

Common problems

What could be going on

The same problem can have a few different causes. We test before we start replacing gear.

Problem 1

The pool cannot reach or hold the selected temperature

What might cause it

The unit may be undersized for the pool and season, or heat loss, cover use and operating hours may not match the original assumptions

How we check

We calculate the heating load from pool volume, temperature rise, cover use and seasonal ambient conditions before confirming unit size and expected run time

Problem 2

The heat pump cycles off on low flow after installation

What might cause it

Pump speed, filter condition, valve position or bypass adjustment may be leaving the heater below its required flow

How we check

We measure the operating pressure and flow, then commission the bypass at every pump speed used for heating

Problem 3

Cold discharge air is pulled back through the heat pump

What might cause it

The unit may be too close to a fence, wall, roof or another heater, allowing discharged air to recirculate

How we check

We check the manufacturer's airflow clearances and observe the intake and discharge path before fixing the final position

What we can help with over the phone

Work out the right size heater for your pool
Look at photos to find a good spot for it
Compare different brands and models

What needs a site visit

Check the main electrical board
Promise it will heat up fast without a cover
Guarantee the airflow from a photo

Our process

How we handle it

01

Set the target

We ask when you want to swim and how warm you want it.

02

Check the site

We look at the space, air flow, and water pipes.

03

Plumb it in

We fit the heater with the right bypass valves so it is easy to service.

04

Run and test

We turn it on, check the flow, and show you how to use it.

After the visit

What happens next

Right size heater

We fit a heater that actually warms the pool when you want it.

Neat setup

We run the pipes cleanly and leave room around the unit.

Clear advice

We tell you if you need a cover or more power to make it work.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions we hear most often.

How big should the heater be?+

It depends on the pool size, the weather and whether you use a cover. We do the calculation so it works properly.

Do I really need a pool cover?+

Yes. A cover stops the heat escaping at night. Without one, the heater has to work much harder.

Where can the heater go?+

It needs space to pull in fresh air and blow out cold air. It cannot go in a tight shed or right against a fence.

Does it need a bypass valve?+

Yes. It lets us control the water flow and makes it easy to take the heater out for repairs later.

Do you do the electrical work?+

No. We do the plumbing and setup. You will need a licensed electrician to run the power cable.

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Ready to get the pool sorted?

Send us your address, a few photos, and a quick description. We will come prepared with a clear idea of where to start.

Palatial Pools, Abbotsford

Shop 13A, 328 Johnston Street, Abbotsford VIC 3067

9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. Saturday by appointment.

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