Solar Pool Controllers
Melbourne

Smart solar controllers that automatically manage your heating for maximum efficiency — integrating solar, heat pump and gas seamlessly.

A solar pool controller is the brain of your solar heating system — automatically monitoring temperatures, controlling circulation pumps and ensuring your pool is heated efficiently without any manual intervention. Modern controllers go beyond basic solar management, integrating heat pump and gas backup systems, smartphone connectivity and detailed energy monitoring. Weston Pool Co supplies and installs solar controllers from the leading brands.

Automatic Temperature Management

Set your desired pool temperature and let the controller do the rest. It monitors both pool and collector temperatures, circulating water through solar panels whenever conditions are ideal for heating.

Hybrid System Integration

Advanced controllers can manage solar heating alongside heat pump or gas backup, automatically switching between energy sources based on availability and conditions — always prioritising the cheapest option.

Smartphone App Control

Monitor your pool temperature, solar contribution and system status from anywhere via a smartphone app. Adjust settings and check performance whether you're at home or away.

Energy Monitoring & Reports

Track exactly how much energy your solar system is collecting and how much heating cost you're saving. Detailed reporting helps you optimise your system over time.

PV Integration

Some advanced controllers can integrate with your home's solar PV generation data, routing excess solar electricity to the heat pump during peak generation hours for even greater savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a solar controller if I already have a pool pump timer?

A simple timer runs the pump for fixed periods regardless of solar conditions. A solar controller runs the pump only when the collectors are actually hot enough to heat the pool — this maximises efficiency and avoids pumping cold water through collectors.

Can a solar controller manage my gas or heat pump backup?

Yes — modern hybrid solar controllers can integrate and automate both solar and backup heating systems, automatically switching to backup when solar is insufficient to maintain your set temperature.

How is a solar controller installed?

Our technicians install temperature sensors on the collectors and in the pool return line, and wire the controller to your pump circuit. The controller is typically mounted near the pool equipment. Setup and commissioning is included.

Trusted by South East Melbourne homeowners

"Weston Pool Co installed our heat pump last autumn and the difference has been remarkable. We're swimming well into May now. Professional from start to finish."
Sarah M.Berwick
"Called on a Wednesday, had a technician out Friday, solar heating running by Monday. Absolutely seamless — and the team really know their stuff."
James T.Brighton
"We've used Weston for both our heat pump and pool equipment upgrade. Incredibly knowledgeable, very fair pricing. Highly recommend to anyone in the area."
Lisa & David P.Frankston

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Book a free quote with Weston Pool Co and our team will recommend the ideal solution for your pool.