Q: How much does a heated outdoor swimming pool cost to run?
A: It costs about £3.50 per week.

Q: What temperature will a heated outdoor swimming pool achieve?
A: Swimming pool heaters can heat water to 40c but industry guidelines for care of any pvc liners recommends not to exceed 29c.

Q: What is a solar cover?
A: Its advantages are numerous. It plays an essential role in maintaining water temperature, limiting a reduction in water level due to evaporation. It is essential for heated pools, when not in use. During daytime, it aids in reheating water through solar effects.

Q: What is the lead time for delivery?
A: Approximately 3 weeks from order date.

Q: How long will it take me to construct the pool myself?
A: It should only take 2 days for 2 people with reasonable DIY skills. The longest part is filling the pool with water.

Q: Do you offer an installation service?
A: Yes. Unique to Acorn Spas and Pools is our tailor-made installation service. We can undertake as little or as much of your project as you want. This can range from being available for advice over the phone at no cost, to a complete package of garden design drawings, pool installation and other surrounding landscaping requirements.

Q: Do you offer finance?
A: Yes, we can make make your spa purchase more manageable by offering easy monthly payments to spread the cost. Please contact us for more details.

Q: Can we see a pool before we buy?
A: Yes, our showroom has a working RG4 swimming pool which is available for you to see and have a demonstration at any time.

Q: What maintenance is required?
A: Maintaining your pool is very straight forward. You just need to carry out regular, simple checks of water balance and add water treatment chemicals as required. Other maintenace required is backwashing (1-2 mins) fortnightly, emptying debris baskets and cleaning pool surfaces as needed.

Q: Do you offer a maintenance service?
A: Yes, we can tailor our service to your needs depending on how much assistance you require. CLICK HERE to see our Pool Services page.

Q: How long does the pump and filter need to be running each day?
A: Under normal conditions a 4-6 hour filtration cycle is recommended. A programmable timer is included in the standard kit, which can be set to automatically run the cycle whenever required.

Q: Where should the technical equipment be stored?
A: We offer purpose built storage boxes designed to house safely all the pump, filtration and electrical equipment. Alternatively, they can be located undercover in any other shed or building with access for pipes from the floor.

Q: What electrical supply is required?
A: This is dependant on the size of swimming pool and options chosen. Normally 30A single phase is required.

Q: What is the warranty?
A: 10 years on the pool structure, 7 years (depreciating) on the liner and 2 years on all technical equipment.