How solar pool heating works
Your pump pushes pool water up through solar collectors on your roof, where the sun warms it before it flows back into the pool. A smart controller only runs the system when there's usable heat — so beyond the pump, it costs nothing to run.
Why choose solar
- Lowest running cost of any system — the energy is free once installed, and solar can pay for itself in just a few years.
- Extends your season by up to four months across spring, summer and autumn.
- Built for Australia — UV-stabilised, tested to Australian Standards, with installs documented still running after 25–32 years.
- Clean and quiet — renewable energy, no combustion, nothing to hear.
Running costs & warranty
Solar has the lowest ongoing cost of any pool heater. Pair it with a pool cover to lock in heat overnight and stretch the season further. Zane solar is covered by Waterco Limited's Customer Protection Plan — a 10-year full warranty on the solar absorber plus pro-rata cover, and up to a 25-year conditional warranty on Gulfpanel when the Warranty Certificate is lodged.