HOAleader.com - Tip of the Week - July 20, 2012
Published: Fri, 07/20/12
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Is Your Pool Draining HOA Funds?
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In this week's tip, we get you started on
saving money on your pool operations with
these three suggestions:
1. Work with a pro.
When you ensure your pool is operating correctly
and safely, you avoid errors that can cause
equipment damage and liability and risk to
swimmers, says the National Swimming Pool Foundation.
The NSPF advises hiring a certified pool
operator to effectively, efficiently, and
safely run your pool and facility. It certifies
pool and spa operators, as do the National
Recreation and Park Association and several
for-profit companies.
2. Operate like a pro.
You can save money by reducing your HOA's
liability, and you achieve that by operating
your pool properly and safely. Make sure:
* All drain covers are anti-entrapment covers
that comply with ANSI/ASME A112.19.8-M, which
sets standards for suction fittings for use
in swimming pools.
* The pool bottom is clearly visible.
* You have a self-closing, self-latching gate,
and that it's operating properly.
* The barrier surrounding your pool is functional.
* Your pool rules are posted and clearly visible.
3. Investigate possible savings from a fancy
schmancy pump.
"I'd suggest a VS pump, which stands for variable
speed," says Adam Morley, owner of Paradise Pool
and Spa Service Inc. in Torrance, Calif. and
president of the Independent Pool and Spa Service
Association. "A technician would have to be
qualified to do the math, but most counties want
pool water turned over a certain number of times
per day. With a VS pump, you can do the math and
set the pump to run at the slowest speed to accomplish
that task, which then would save on energy costs."
Morley says his average price for a VA pump
installation is about $1,500. "Most manufacturers
of these products say they use about 75 percent
less energy than a standard, single-speed pump,"
he adds.
To save even more, see our new article,
http://www.hoaleader.com/members/739.cfm
Best regards,
Matt Humphrey
President
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