A pool is the ultimate luxury – a place to cool off, relax, and spend quality time with family and friends. However, as any pool owner knows, maintaining it is no small task. Between balancing chemicals, cleaning debris, and managing energy costs, the time and effort required can take away from the enjoyment.

The good news? Smart technology is revolutionising the way pool owners manage maintenance. With automated systems that handle filtration, cleaning, heating, and chemical monitoring, you can reduce hands-on maintenance while improving efficiency and lowering costs.

What Does Smart Pool Technology Do?

Have you ever wished your pool could take care of itself? With smart technology, it almost can. Smart pool systems use sensors, automation, and wireless connectivity to monitor and manage your pool with minimal effort from you. Instead of manually testing water, adjusting chemicals, and fiddling with equipment settings, these tasks happen automatically in the background.

The benefits go far beyond convenience:

More swimming, less maintenance – Reclaim your weekends from pool chores

Smaller chemical bills – Precise dosing eliminates waste and overtreatment

Lower electricity costs – Smart pumps and heaters run only when needed

Longer-lasting equipment – Proper operation prevents premature wear

Pool management from anywhere – Control everything through your phone

Consistently healthy water – Automated systems prevent water problems before they start

These systems talk to each other, too. Your water sensors can tell your chlorinator exactly how much sanitiser to add. Your pump can adjust its speed based on what your heater or cleaner needs. Such streamlined coordination creates better results with less wasted energy and fewer chemicals.

At Blue Haven, we’ve helped hundreds of Australian homeowners integrate these technologies into existing pools and new builds. Our team specialises in custom concrete and fibreglass pools with smart features built right in from the design stage.

Automated Water Testing Systems

“Is my pool safe to swim in?” That’s the question every pool owner asks themselves regularly. Getting the answer traditionally meant test strips, chemical bottles, and plenty of guesswork.

Smart water testing changes the game entirely. Sensors in your pool constantly monitor water chemistry, sending real-time readings to your phone or control panel. When something’s off, you’ll know immediately – not days later when your water turns cloudy, or your eyes start stinging.

The best systems take it a step further. When your chlorine drops or pH drifts, they’ll automatically add precisely what’s needed. No more adding “a bit extra just in case” or wondering if you’ve added enough.

For new pool builds, Blue Haven can integrate these systems directly into your design. If you’ve got an existing pool, we can retrofit smart water monitoring that works with your current setup. Either way, you’ll never have to squint at a colour-changing test strip again.

How to add this to your routine:

•         Install a Wi-Fi-enabled water monitoring system.
•         Set your desired chemical levels in the app.
•         Connect the system to automated chemical feeders if possible.
•         Check the app weekly to ensure everything’s running smoothly.

Let Robotic Cleaners Do The Hard Work For You

How much of your weekend do you spend scrubbing pool walls and fishing out leaves? Even with a good filtration system, most pool owners dedicate 3-5 hours each week to cleaning tasks – time you could spend actually swimming or relaxing.

This is where robotic pool cleaners shine. These clever machines crawl across your pool floor and climb walls on their own, scrubbing away dirt and collecting debris as they go. The good ones will tackle your waterline, stairs, and tight corners without you lifting a finger.

Modern pool robots don’t just clean randomly – they map your pool’s exact shape for thorough coverage. You’ll control everything from your phone, telling your cleaner when to start, where to focus, and how intensively to scrub.

If you’re planning a new pool, Blue Haven can advise on design aspects that optimise your pool for robotic cleaning performance. For existing pool owners, we can recommend the right cleaner based on your pool’s specific shape and features.

How to add this to your routine:

•         Choose a robotic cleaner that matches your pool size and type.
•         Program it to clean 2-3 times weekly.
•         Empty the collection basket after each cleaning.

Are you looking to cut maintenance time and reduce energy costs? Blue Haven offers smart pool technology for new and existing pools. Call us today on 02 9728 0444 to discuss how we can customise a smart pool system or book a free consultation!

Lower Your Energy Costs With Intelligent Pump Systems

Did you know your pool pump might be the biggest power guzzler in your home? Most traditional pumps run at full blast all the time – like driving your car with the accelerator floored, even when you’re just cruising.

Smart variable-speed pumps work differently. They adjust their power based on what your pool actually needs at different times:

– Low speed for basic filtration (using a fraction of the power)

– Medium speed for heating cycles

– High speed only when running water features or after adding chemicals

The difference in your power bill can be dramatic. Many of our customers see their pump-related electricity costs drop by half or more after switching to a smart pump.

Blue Haven installs top-quality variable-speed pumps in all our new pools. Do you have an existing pool with an old-style pump? We can replace it with a smarter model and program the perfect settings for your specific pool setup.

Control Your Pool From Anywhere With Smart Technology

Imagine adjusting your pool’s temperature while sitting at your desk at work. Or getting an alert that your pH is dropping before it becomes a problem. That’s the reality of today’s smart pool control systems. With a pool control app on your phone, you’ll have eyes on everything: water chemistry, temperature, pump operation, lights, and cleaning schedules – all at your fingertips.

Heading home after a hot day? Turn on your water feature remotely so it’s running when you arrive. Going away for a week? Check in on your pool conditions from your holiday spot and make adjustments if needed.

Blue Haven integrates these control systems directly into your design. All wiring, sensors and equipment work together from day one. If you already have a pool, we can add smart controls to your existing setup, bringing older equipment into the digital age.

Swim Any Time With Smart Heating Technology

Do you avoid your pool for half the year because it’s too cold? Smart heating technology can change that and turn your pool into a year-round oasis.

The old way of heating pools was wasteful – running heaters constantly or manually turning them on hours before you might swim. Modern smart heaters are much cleverer. They learn when you typically use your pool and warm the water just in time. They check weather forecasts and avoid heating during cold snaps when heat would quickly dissipate. They even coordinate with your pool cover to trap heat efficiently. The result? More comfortable swimming and lower heating bills.

At Blue Haven, we match heating solutions to your local climate and pool design. For Sydney pools with good sun exposure, a combination of solar heating with smart gas backup often provides the best balance of cost and performance. For shaded pools or cooler regions, we might recommend a different approach.

Building a Smart Pool from Scratch

If you’re planning to build a new pool, you have a perfect opportunity to incorporate smart technology from the ground up. Blue Haven’s pools are designed with smart integration in mind. Our process includes consultation to discuss your lifestyle and preferences, custom design that incorporates smart technology, and integrated installation with all components working together as a cohesive system.

Upgrading an Existing Pool

If you already have a pool, we can help you add smart technology in stages. We recommend starting with the aspects of pool maintenance that cause you the most headaches:

1. If chemical management is your biggest challenge, begin with a smart water monitoring system.
2. If cleaning takes up too much of your time, invest in a quality robotic cleaner.
3. If your energy bills are too high, replace your pump with a variable-speed smart model.

Transform Your Pool Experience with Blue Haven

Incorporating smart technology into your pool maintenance routine gives you more time to enjoy your pool rather than work on it. Whether you’re building a new pool or upgrading an existing one, Blue Haven can help you create a system that’s right for your needs and budget.

With decades of experience in the Australian pool industry, we understand how to design systems that work reliably in our unique climate and conditions.

If you want to dramatically reduce your pool maintenance time, contact Blue Haven at 02 9728 0444 or email sales@bluehaven.com.au to discuss smart pool technology for your home. Our experts can help you design a custom solution that makes pool ownership simpler and more enjoyable than you ever thought possible.