Going Green: Inground Pools

Learn about the green and eco-friendly efforts that national swimming pool companies and associations are now practicing. Read the steps that Aquatech, Master Pools Guild, and San Juan Pools have been taking to go green and build pools with energy-efficient systems.

Aquatech Society

Costa Mesa, Calif.

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National Society of Pool Building Professionals since 1962

 

As a leading network of knowledgeable and experienced independent pool builders, Aquatech Society has been matching homeowners interested in new pools and remodels with one of its expert pool building members for almost 50 years.

To become an Aquatech Society member, pool builders are required to consistently meet rigorous standards, have extensive eco-friendly experience, and maintain a superior level of customer satisfaction--with design, with budgets, and with deadlines.

Because Aquatech Society is at the forefront of the pool industry, all the top manufacturers make sure Aquatech builders are kept up-to-date with the very latest energy-efficient and eco-friendly materials, equipment, and cutting-edge technology. In keeping with its strict requirements for builders to stay trained and informed, Aquatech Society members attend professional symposiums and workshops throughout the year. They focus on meeting the ever-increasing consumer demands to get pool-building and remodeling solutions that help save them money and contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment.

To find one of Aquatech Society’s “green” pool-building experts in your area, or to browse inspiring pool, spa, and remodeling galleries, visit the website below.


Master Pools GuildMaster Pools Guild®, Inc.
Richmond, VA

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Custom-built pools by more than 115 members of the Master Pools Guild who keep a focus on green practices.

Master Pools Guild is a network of more than 115 elite custom pool builders from around the world that freely shares ideas and information with each other. Members have kept a focus on green practices by attending bi-annual educational meetings, which include green programs. This allows them to hear the latest information from the vendors they work with, thus, offering these energy-saving options to their clients.

Master Pools builders work closely with manufacturers of energy-efficient equipment — heaters, variable-speed pumps, pool covers and solar panels — to know what equipment works best under various operating conditions. They continually monitor and improve applications in their ongoing effort to make pool operations more efficient. Members often alert vendors where improvements can be made and assist in testing improved equipment.

Members are knowledgeable in solar technology and keep up-to-date with any advances. Both new and current pool owners can have solar panels installed on their pool by their local Guild member. Most members also offer UV sanitizing systems, which reduce the amount of chlorine or other traditional sanitizer that pool owners must add. Clients can also opt for a salt chlorinator so they won't need to handle or store chlorine.

San Juan PoolsSan Juan Pools

Lakeland, FL

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Fiberglass pools and spas

Works with manufacturers of solar panels and energy reduction technology

Fiberglass pools by San Juan Pools offer the smooth, nonporous finish of fiberglass, which does not allow algae and debris to cling to its surface. Since fiberglass is non-leaching — meaning it does not absorb or give off any chemical properties — correcting improper water balance is easier. Fiberglass pools' satiny finish allows dirt and algae to flow freely to suction fittings and filtration systems. The run time of your filter will be approximately 1/3 that of some other types of pools.

San Juan Pools works with manufacturers of green accessories, including multi-speed pumps, higher flow/low-resistant plumbing and solar heating. Through any San Juan dealer, new and current pool owners can install SunStar solar panels to greatly reduce the energy required for pool heating.

San Juan Pools has also teamed up with Energy & Environmental Solutions, a seller of electrical capacitor units, which recycle the energy required to start up major appliances, including pool pumps. The units provide surge and spike protection and reduce the heat given off by motors, so they run cooler and more efficiently.