Pool Automation Systems in St. Petersburg & Tampa Bay
With a modern pool automation system controlling your equipment, you can manage your pool, spa, and water features from your phone, tablet, or smart home device. Blu Wtr Pools designs and installs automation packages for homeowners across St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo, Seminole, Dunedin, and the greater Tampa Bay area.
Instead of walking around the deck flipping switches, you can control key functions like:
- Pool and spa lights
- Pumps and variable-speed settings
- Heaters and temperature set points
- Water features and spa spillovers
- Cleaning cycles and run times
We’ll help you choose the right automation system and integrate it with your existing pool equipment, including variable-speed pumps, pool heaters, and LED lighting, so everything works together seamlessly.
How Pool Automation Systems Work
Automation systems are the central hub of your pool control setup. In one enclosure you’ll often find:
- The main control board and relays
- Circuit breakers and timers
- Connections to pumps, heaters, lights, and valves
- Communication modules for Wi-Fi, apps, or remotes
Instead of separate switches and sub-panels scattered around the equipment pad, a single automation panel organizes everything into one place. That makes troubleshooting easier, upgrades more affordable, and long-term ownership a lot less stressful.
Who Is Pool Automation Best For?
- Homeowners who want easy, app-based control of their pool and spa.
- Pools with attached spas that need different temperatures and schedules.
- Heated pools — especially Airbnb or short-term rental owners who don’t want guests changing heater settings.
- Pools with water features, complex lighting, or multiple pumps.
- Any pool that has more than “just a single body of water” and a basic timer.
Why Install a Pool Automation System?
A professionally installed automation system can replace a maze of manual switches and outdated time clocks. Instead of hiring an electrician to wire separate switches inside the home and a standalone sub-panel outside, one combined automation and sub-panel can be installed to handle control and power distribution together.
Benefits include:
- Improved energy management for pumps, heaters, and lights
- Easier troubleshooting when something stops working
- Cleaner, more organized equipment pad
- Remote access when you’re traveling or managing a rental property
Automation Brands We Install & Service
Blu Wtr Pools installs and services pool automation products from major trade-grade manufacturers, including Jandy®, Pentair®, and Hayward®. We’ll recommend the brand and model that best fits your pool, equipment pad, and budget.
Jandy / Zodiac / Fluidra Automation Products
AquaLink RS
AquaLink RS is a comprehensive residential pool and spa controller that also functions as a pool equipment electrical sub-panel. It is compatible with variable-speed pumps from multiple manufacturers, including Pentair, and can be paired with internet-based smartphone controls or handheld PDAs through add-on modules.
IQPump01
The IQPump01 is a compact, entry-level automation option designed to control Jandy and Zodiac variable-speed pumps. It delivers simple, app-based control and scheduling without the footprint of a full automation panel.
Pentair Automation Products
IntelliConnect
IntelliConnect is designed for residential, stand-alone pools (no attached spa). It offers built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and can control heaters, single- and variable-speed pumps, and one light or booster pump, giving homeowners a simple way to bring older equipment up to smart-control standards.
EasyTouch
EasyTouch provides comprehensive control for residential pools and spas and also serves as an equipment sub-panel. With optional internet connectivity or radio-frequency remotes, it can integrate lights, heaters, pumps, and valves into one user-friendly system.
IntelliCenter
IntelliCenter is Pentair’s flagship controller for residential and commercial pools. It can manage multiple pools, spas, and water features, and includes a built-in equipment sub-panel. IntelliCenter is ideal for complex properties that need advanced scheduling, remote access, and room to grow.
Hayward Automation Products
Blu Wtr Pools installs and services a full range of Hayward automation systems for both residential and commercial pools, including OmniLogic, ProLogic, and OmniHub.
OmniLogic
OmniLogic can control residential or commercial pools and spas, including multiple bodies of water. It also functions as an equipment sub-panel, giving you high-end automation, remote access, and flexible expansion options.
ProLogic
ProLogic is a comprehensive controller for residential pool-and-spa combinations. It integrates pumps, heaters, lights, and valves into one system and also includes an equipment sub-panel for clean, organized wiring.
OmniHub
OmniHub is a flexible automation option for residential pools and pool-and-spa combinations. It delivers app-based control for pumps, heaters, lights, and more, even when there is no integrated equipment sub-panel.
Pool Automation FAQs
Can you add automation to an existing pool in St. Petersburg, FL?
Yes. In most cases we can retrofit a new automation panel to your existing pool equipment, pumps, heater, and lights. During an on-site visit we’ll evaluate your pad, recommend the right controller, and handle the wiring and setup.
Do I need automation if I already have a variable-speed pump?
Variable-speed pumps can run on their own schedules, but pairing them with automation lets you coordinate run times with heaters, lights, and features. That usually means better energy control and fewer trips to the equipment pad.
Can pool automation work with my phone or smart home system?
Most modern automation systems include Wi-Fi control or can be upgraded with add-on modules. Many integrate with popular smart home platforms. We’ll match you with a system that fits the way you prefer to manage your home.
How do I get a quote for a pool automation system?
The best way to get started is to contact Blu Wtr Pools and schedule a visit. We’ll review your existing equipment, discuss how you use your pool and spa, and provide a clear quote for installation or upgrade options.