POOL HEATER INSTALLATION •
Pool Heater Installation in
Empire Pools installs and replaces gas pool heaters and heat pumps for homeowners who want a longer, more reliable
swim season. We don’t just “swap the box” — we help you choose the right heater based on pool size, target temperature,
cover usage, and real-world backyard conditions (wind exposure, shade patterns, and colder nights can change what “enough heat”
actually means). We also look at your equipment pad and plumbing so the finished install is clean, service-friendly,
and easy to operate — with unions, shutoffs, and a layout that makes sense.
Because installs often vary by property, we walk you through the practical details up front: gas vs. heat pump,
warm-up expectations, operating cost considerations, and what needs to be coordinated with a licensed gas and/or electrical pro.
Whether your pad is behind the house near Hempstead Turnpike (NY-24), off Carman Avenue, close to East Meadow Avenue,
along Front Street, near Prospect Avenue, or by the Meadowbrook State Parkway and Southern State Parkway access,
we plan the job around access, airflow clearances, and a neat final setup. The goal is simple: start your season earlier, stay warm later,
and never have to guess which buttons to push.
What to Expect
Stay Warmer, Longer in
A properly-sized pool heater is more than just BTUs on a box. We look at your pool size, depth, wind exposure, cover usage,
and how you actually swim before recommending a heater. Our team explains gas heaters vs. heat pumps, reviews your
existing gas and electric setup, and helps you choose a model that fits your budget and goals. On install day we set the heater
on a solid base, re-plumb the pad with unions and bypass where appropriate, and work with your licensed gas and/or electrician
to finish connections. Once everything is live, we bleed air, fire the heater, verify flow and temperature rise, and show you
exactly how to use and protect your new heater through the season.
What’s Included
- On-site review of pool size, pad layout, wind exposure, and cover use.
- Discussion of gas heater vs. heat pump options and which makes sense for your property.
- Heater sizing recommendations based on pool volume, target temperature, and season length.
- Removal of old heater (if applicable) and preparation of a stable pad or base for the new unit.
- Clean, service-friendly plumbing with unions, shutoffs, and bypass where appropriate.
- Integration with your existing pump, filter, and, where applicable, automation or salt system.
- Startup and testing: purge air, verify proper flow, and confirm heater is firing and holding temp.
- Owner walk-through at the pad — modes, setpoints, basic troubleshooting, and protection tips.
- Labeling of key valves and controls so you’re not guessing after we leave.
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Note: Gas line and electrical work are handled by a licensed professional. We can coordinate with your
contractor or recommend options. Pool heater installation is custom — call for pricing.
Why Choose Empire Pools
- Local experience sizing heaters for windy backyards, shaded yards, and shoulder seasons.
- We look at the whole system — pump, filter, plumbing, gas, and electric — not just the heater box.
- Honest guidance on gas heater vs. heat pump so you understand pros, cons, and operating costs.
- Clean, organized equipment pads that future techs can actually work on without cutting everything apart.
- Integration with automation and salt systems to keep the heater protected and easy to control.
- Clear expectations on warm-up times so you know what your heater can realistically do.
- Goal: reliable heat with fewer surprises, so you’re using the pool instead of fighting cold water.
Call for pricing
What Heater Customers Say
★★★★★
“We’re in and our old heater was struggling. They sized the replacement properly and the pad looks clean and serviceable now.” — J. Donato,
★★★★★
“They explained gas vs. heat pump in plain English. No pressure—just honest options and what it would actually feel like to use.” — S. Kaplan,
★★★★★
“Install day was organized. Valves were labeled, unions were added, and they walked us through settings so we’re not guessing.” — M. Iannone,
★★★★★
“We wanted earlier spring swimming. Between the heater and the cover advice, we actually use the pool more now.” — E. Romano,
★★★★★
“They coordinated smoothly with our gas contractor and everything fired up perfectly the first time. Clean workmanship.” — K. Petrucci,
Pool Heater Installation — FAQs
What heater size do most pools in need?
There isn’t one “standard” size—pool volume, wind, and cover use change the answer fast. We size based on your gallons,
how warm you want the water, and how quickly you want to get there. Most homeowners care about two things:
warm-up time and holding temp overnight. We aim for a heater that can do both without wasting fuel or power.
Gas heater vs. heat pump — what’s better for swim seasons?
If you want fast warm-ups and quick temp bumps (weekends, last-minute swims), gas is usually the winner.
If you prefer steady maintenance heating and keep the pool covered, a heat pump can be very cost-effective.
We’ll recommend based on how you actually use the pool—because that’s what determines satisfaction.
Do you redo plumbing, or can you tie into what’s there?
Most installs are a mix: we keep safe, properly sized plumbing, but we typically add unions for serviceability and
clean up any tight, restrictive, or poorly supported runs. If a bypass makes sense for your setup, we’ll build it so the heater
is protected and troubleshooting is easier later.
What’s the #1 thing that reduces heating cost after install?
A cover. Evaporation is the biggest heat loss. A covered pool holds temperature dramatically better, which means the heater
runs less and you stay comfortable longer. We’ll give you practical setpoints and usage tips so you’re not burning money for no reason.
What do you check at startup to make sure it’s safe and running correctly?
We verify proper flow through the heater, purge air, confirm ignition (for gas), check temperature rise, and watch for any leaks.
We also make sure the heater is placed with proper clearance/airflow, then walk you through controls, setpoints, and basic protection steps.
