Maintenance Guides / Pool & Hot Tub

Annual pool heater service

Difficulty: call_a_proTime: 120 minsEst. Cost: $150 - $400

Why it matters

Soot buildup, scale, and rodent nests reduce heating efficiency and can cause carbon monoxide issues. Heat pump heaters need refrigerant checks to maintain performance.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Contact a licensed pool heater technician for annual service appointment.

  • 2

    Schedule service before heavy heating season to avoid downtime.

  • 3

    Technician will inspect and clean burner tray and combustion chamber.

  • 4

    Heat exchanger will be checked for scale and cleaned if needed.

  • 5

    Controls and safety shutoffs will be tested for proper operation.

  • 6

    For heat pump heaters, refrigerant charge and pressures will be verified.