Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Pool Heater Replacement
Pool Heater Replacement guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Pool Heater Replacement? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Pool Heater Replacement work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Pool Heater Replacement work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Pool Heater Replacement labor cost? What are the important Pool Heater Replacement quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Pool Heater Replacement - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Pool Heater Replacement? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Pool Heater Replacement expect to pay between $7.20 to $7.72 for each pool heating unit. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Pool Heater Replacement work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are usually required for Pool Heater Replacement. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Pool Heater Replacement work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Pool Heater Replacement work? | The appearance, performance and serviceable life of the pool heater will depend significantly on the skill and experience of the professional you hire. Make sure you verify the quality of past Pool Heater Replacement work before hiring. Tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Pool Heater Replacement something that I can do myself? | The typical Pool Heater Replacement project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Pool Heater Replacement requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Pool Heater Replacement work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Pool Heater Replacement - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Pool Heater Replacement. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Pool Heater Replacement work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Pool Heater Replacement will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- The pool heater will operate without noise, excessive heat generation or degradation of other circuit components
- All pool heater operating methods and options work properly, at manufacturer's rated capacity
Pool Heater Replacement - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Pool Heater Replacement. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the pool heater work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Determine if permit is required for Pool Heater Replacement by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of pool heater, before any work begins
- Select, specify and order pool heater; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Manage delivery of pool heater; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Review material choices for Pool Heater Replacement with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Obtain a permit for Pool Heater Replacement from local building authority; post permit on the jobsite as required
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the pool heating unit surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the pool heater
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Pool Heater Replacement and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
