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Module 03 · 10 chapters · ~3 hrs

Pool Heaters

Efficient pool heating for year-round use, considering energy costs, mild Florida winters, and storm durability.

Module 3: Pool Heaters
Module chapters

What you'll learn in this module

Each chapter below corresponds to one lesson or video. Links marked with → take you into our reference library for a deeper write-up on the same topic.

  1. 01
    Pool Heater Types Overview (Gas, Heat Pump, Solar)
    Each heater type in plain English — how it heats, what it costs, when to pick it.
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  2. 02
    Installation Best Practices (Placement, Venting, Clearances)
    Where a heater goes, how much space around it, and venting basics.
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  3. 03
    Routine Maintenance and Cleaning
    Cleaning the exchanger, checking the pilot/ignition, and annual service.
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  4. 04
    Troubleshooting Common Heater Issues
    Ignition failures, 'no heat,' fault codes, leaks — what each one usually means.
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  5. 05
    Safety Protocols and Energy Efficiency in Humid Climates
    Gas leaks, carbon monoxide, and efficiency gains in humid FL air.
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  6. 06
    Gas Heater Line Sizing and Regulator Checks
    Propane vs. natural gas, pipe sizing, and how to verify BTU delivery.
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  7. 07
    Heat Pump Defrost Cycles in Mild Climates
    Why heat pumps dominate in FL — and how the defrost cycle works.
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  8. 08
    Solar Pool Heater Integration and Freeze Protection
    Panels, bypass valves, freeze kits — and why FL sometimes freezes.
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  9. 09
    Thermostat Calibration and Automation Integration
    How to verify a thermostat is accurate and pair it with automation.
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  10. 10
    Post-Storm Heater Inspections and Winterization
    What to check on the heater after a hurricane or cold snap.
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Module 2: Plumbing
Pipes, valves, and fittings that survive Florida salt air and heavy rain.
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Module 4: Pool Pumps
The heart of the pool — how to pick, prime, and keep it running.

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