Is Smart Pool Automation Worth It? Costs, Features, and Energy Savings
Smart pool systems like Jandy AquaLink let you control everything from your phone. Here's what it costs, what it does, and how much you'll save on energy bills.
Pool Pros of Pasco
20 Years of Pool Expertise
What Is Smart Pool Automation?
Smart pool automation lets you control your pool's pump, heater, lights, water features, and chlorine system from a single control panel — or from your smartphone anywhere in the world. As certified Jandy Pro Edge dealers, we install the industry's most trusted automation systems.
What Can You Control?
With a Jandy AquaLink RS system, you can manage:
- Pump speed and schedule — Run at low speed during off-peak hours to save energy
- Heater — Set temperature schedules, heat before you get home
- Lights — Change colors, set scenes, schedule on/off times
- Water features — Turn deck jets, waterfalls, and bubblers on/off
- Fire features — Control fire bowls and fire pits
- Salt chlorine generator — Monitor and adjust chlorine output
- Valve actuators — Switch between pool and spa modes
Cost Breakdown
Basic Automation: $3,000 – $5,000
- Jandy AquaLink RS control panel
- Controls pump, heater, and lights
- Wired wall-mount control
Full Smart System: $5,000 – $8,000
- Everything above, plus:
- iAquaLink Wi-Fi module (smartphone control)
- Multiple valve actuators for pool/spa switching
- Integration with all water and fire features
Premium Package: $8,000 – $15,000
- Everything above, plus:
- Variable-speed pump upgrade (Jandy VS FloPro)
- Salt chlorine generator (Jandy AquaPure)
- Voice control integration (Alexa/Google Home)
Energy Savings
This is where automation really pays for itself:
Variable-Speed Pump Savings
- Old single-speed pumps cost $100–$200/month to run
- Variable-speed pumps cost $20–$40/month
- Annual savings: $720–$1,920
- Pump pays for itself in 1–2 years
Smart Scheduling
- Run the pump at lowest effective speed
- Heat only when needed (not 24/7)
- Turn off features when not in use
- Additional savings: $300–$600/year
Total ROI
A $5,000 automation investment typically saves $1,000–$2,500 per year in energy costs. That's a 2–5 year payback period, after which you're saving money every month.
The Jandy Pro Edge Advantage
As certified Jandy Pro Edge dealers, Pool Pros of Pasco offers:
- 3-year warranty on all Jandy equipment (vs. standard 1-year)
- Expert installation by factory-trained technicians
- Ongoing support for system updates and troubleshooting
- VersaPlumb pre-assembled kits for faster, cleaner installation
Is It Worth It?
If you're already remodeling your pool, adding automation is one of the best investments you can make:
- Convenience of controlling everything from your phone
- Significant energy savings that offset the cost
- Extended equipment life through optimized operation
- Increased home value for tech-savvy buyers
Ready to make your pool smart? Call (727) 247-2214 for a free automation assessment.
