Charging for heating propane pool

[Damian396]

I recently purchased a house that was operating as an airbnb. The prior owner suggested leaving between 78 -82 degrees. I went 78 but our first few guests wanted it warmer so we have raised to 83. 

I calculated the first month was about $530 in propane (only used for pool).

i am now rethinking heating it and offering guests a daily charge

1. what is the going rate. Based on the above $527 from March to april it would work out at $17 a day. Im hearing prices of $45-60 a day that seams high

2. I live about 90 mins away and so if I am going yo charge each guest i would beed to insrall a smart system which would cost approx  $3k

3. is it reasonable to leave it off completely in summer months (May - Sept)

[Helen3]

Just add the charge into your day rate @Damian396 

[Paula]

Hello @Damian396, those are great questions.

Have you checked Helen's suggestion? To see what other Hosts have done in similar situations, you can use the search bar at the top with some keywords to explore past discussions. >Here< are a few for you to take a look at.

All the best,