Can I enjoy my pool year round? Should I close it? in Raleigh:
The short answer is that we recommend you leave it open but it’s up to you. We love our pools and when we create amazing spaces we hate to hide them.
Our equipment packages contain equipment and features that make keeping your pool open year round a great option.
In this climate zone you wont need to winterize your pool and you can enjoy it year round with some minor considerations.
Raleigh’s four-season, a humid subtropical climate in the summer with winter lows dipping to freezing 69 nights/year, creates the perfect case for extending your swimming season through a smart pool paired with a heater and smart technology.
Lyfe Pools is here to guide homeowners on equipment and feature options to enjoy your pool time year‑round with style, efficiency, and smart control. We recommend heaters and smart systems for all our projects and every project we estimate has this in mind.
Having a heater really increases your ability to use your pool and spa year round and smart systems help you manage the system to your needs as well as offer helpful features like frost protection. Smart systems allow you to set temperatures to keep you pool and spa at and allows you to adjust them at the touch of a button.
We use Jandy/Fluidra products at Lyfe Pools so we reference them specifically in this blog and the equipment we use in many of our projects.
1. Efficient Heating: The Jandy JXi™ Gas Heater
For on-demand warmth, Lyfe Pools installs the Jandy JXi™ Pool & Spa Heater a compact, high-efficiency gas heater (84% efficiency, natural or propane) that’s ideal for seasonal use. (Usually 400k BTU) You can also use a Heat Pump and keep it 100% Electrical but it will heat slower, not get as hot and not work as well during colder periods BUT It does have the plus of having a chiller so it depends on your pool and your usage.
Why It’s Great for Raleigh:
- Fast heating on crisp spring mornings or cool autumn evenings
- Handles occasional freezing nights with ease
- Freeze protection during colder times
- Set temperatures – set and forget!
2. Smarter Seasonal Control with Jandy AquaLink RS
We try and give you the highest level of control possible on your projects. Having control is key when thermostats, schedules, and seasons shift. The Jandy AquaLink RS automation system (including RS6/RS8 panels) gives you seamless, centralized control over pumps, heaters, lighting, and covers
Smart Features Include:
- Seasonal adjust scheduling for efficient operation throughout the year
- iAquaLink® mobile control: adjust temp, heater, lighting, or any equipment even when away.
- Freeze-protection automation: pumps kick in automatically to prevent freeze damage on cold nights
- Pool and Spa Control: Set your pool and spa up to operate separately to your preferences
3. Lighting & Ambiance for Cooler Evenings
Don’t hide your pool! Even when your not swimming a pool is a great place to hang once the sun sets early in winter.
Using AquaLink control, you can integrate LED lighting to create a cozy, resort-style ambiance on cold evenings. Pair lighting with a small fire feature or spa jets for the ultimate four-season hangout.
You can even create different zones in your pool for different colors and intensities.
4. Raleigh Climate Zone: Why It Matters
Sitting in USDA Hardiness Zones 7b/8a, Raleigh sees average lows in the 30s–50 °F, with about 2.7 days annually not rising above freezing.
That mix of mild winters and occasional freezes makes insulation, heating, and freeze-prevention essential, rather than optional.
Final Thoughts
By combining efficient heating, and automated control, Lyfe Pools helps Raleigh homeowners:
- Swim longer – Often all year
- Save on fuel and energy bills
- Avoid damage during cold snaps
- Maintain a luxury aesthetic and effortless experience all year long! Day or night.
