Modern technology has made our lives infinitely easier. We can control almost everything in our homes these days with the automation of remote controls or through our wifis and similar wireless connections, even functions in our swimming pools. 

So, you may be wondering what exactly is swimming pool automation?

Pool automation is a technology that pools together various sensors and devices so you can control it all even from a distance. Swimming pool automation is a really cool, modern innovation that allows you to control various aspects of your swimming pool from a central control panel. This system can also be controlled through software and relevant hardware that can be remotely controlled by a PC via WiFi or cell networks, smartphone apps, or even remote controls.

If you’ve ever had any problems with your swimming pool, you’ll know that it can be a hassle just trying to keep it maintained so that the pumps and filters all work seamlessly. Here we are going to discuss how automated pool cleaning can help keep our pools clean and working properly so that you can enjoy your time in the pool without having to worry about controlling the separate pool features separately. With pool automation, you would have it all within your control with a simple touch of a button.

Swimming pool automation is all about using technology to automate the functions that make your pool time more fun and functional. If you are someone who wants all of the features of a modern pool, effectively turning your pool into a hot tub, sauna, laundry service all at the same time, while not having to deal with the tank or maintain the plumbing, then pool automation is the perfect option for you.

The benefits of pool automation are huge and will save you a lot of manual work with a few simple steps. 

So, the next question must be what are all the features that you can control or automate with the pool automation system?

This answer would make any tech-savvy person very happy as the question should be, what can’t you control in your pool with automation? Present-day swimming pool automation systems are versatile and let you control nearly every feature and equipment you can think of in your swimming pool. All the essential equipment such as your swimming pool’s filter, heater, pump along with extra, fun features such as adding lights and sound effects. 

Certain pool automation brands even offer to automate features for releasing chemicals that monitor the water in your pool and releasing essential chemicals to maintain balance. This way your water remains safe and healthy for your family, especially if you have kids. 

It might be more appropriate to ask what you can’t automate in your pool! Today’s swimming pool automation systems allow you to control just about every piece of equipment you can think of, from essentials like your pool’s pump, filter, and heater to fun extras like lighting and sound. Some manufacturers even make pool chemical automation devices that observe your water, automatically adding chemicals to maintain the right chemical balance.

Now the question remains, is pool automation the right option for you and your pool?

To make the choice simpler for you, here are some advantages and disadvantages. 

The advantages of pool automation include:

• Economical and would help you save money in the long run
• Simplifies pool maintenance tasks
• You can upgrade and add features to make the system more advanced with time

Some of the disadvantages of pool automation are:

• You need to hire a professional pool automation service to install it in your pool, subsequently may also need professional help to maintain the system too.
• You have to be somewhat tech-savvy to familiarize yourself with the system.
• Installation costs for pool automation can be quite expensive. 

If you ask us, the advantages of a pool automation system far outweigh the disadvantages and if you are okay with handling modern technology then this would make your life much easier further enhancing your pool experience.