A backyard pool beside a roof-mounted solar heating system
Solar heating kits

Heat your pool with sunshine.

DIY kits with panels, panel hardware, and connections designed to work together. The sun does the heating; the pump you already run circulates the water. A warmer pool. A longer swim season.

A longer swim season, powered by sunlight Uses your existing pool pump Free help sizing your system
How solar pool heating works → Find my system ↓
Step 1 · Find your system

Find the right system for your pool and roof.

Select your roof conditions and priorities to see recommended systems.

Above-ground pool? See how the kits connect → Already have solar? Replacement + Add-On Panels → *Metal roofs mount differently. Ask us what yours needs →

SunLink Pro system installed on a roof

SunLink Pro

Modular by design

Flexible by design. Simpler to connect.

SunLink Pro uses narrow, modular panels that are easier to handle and fit around roof obstacles, changing roof angles, and limited spaces. Built-in twist-together connections eliminate separate clamp assemblies and coupling hoses, simplifying assembly across complex layouts.

Ideal for
  • Tile roofs and complex rooflines
  • Limited or irregular roof space
  • High-wind or demanding climates
  • Large or multi-section layouts
Smallest kit from$1,406.01
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Installation guideStep-by-step, written for DIY
Real expertsNationwide support, real people
Free system designPanel count, layout, hardware — no cost
Free shipping*On orders over $75
Industry-leading warrantiesOn every kit
Still deciding?Compare the systems side by side.

See how each panel design fits different roof types, climates, and installation priorities.

SwimEasySolid-Body SwimJoySeparated Tube SunLink ProSeparated Tube NanoEdgeNano Graphitic Composite
Best suited forMild winters, moderate windFreeze-prone, high-wind climatesFreeze-prone, high-wind climatesLimited roof space, higher output
Wind conditionsSolid body retains heatWind passes through the panelWind passes through the panelLow-profile strips lie flat
Freeze-prone climatesWinterize with care; thinner tubesSeparated-tube design; winterize before freezingSeparated-tube design; winterize before freezingWinterize like any system
Tile-roof compatibilityNot recommendedWell suited; minimal penetrationsWell suited; minimal penetrationsAdhesive mount; ask us first
Panel sizesMultiple standard sizesMultiple standard sizesNarrow panels, multiple lengthsFlexible strip format
Panel connectionsCoupling hoses (industry standard)Clamp assembly, zero-gap fitTwist-together, built inRing clamps
InstallationStraightforward DIY installLonger; clamp assembliesFast connections; standard mountingMost involved; strips glue down
Why choose itProven, American-made balance of output, durability, and priceDurability in harsh conditionsSimplest panel-to-panel connection; industry’s longest warranty40%* more efficient; least roof space

*Manufacturer-tested comparisons versus standard solar collectors. All solar pool-heating systems must be properly winterized before freezing conditions. Performance varies with climate, sun exposure, system size, and installation.

Not sure which one fits? Talk to a solar specialist, or let us design your system.

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Step 2 · Size your system

Estimate your system size.

Enter your pool dimensions and desired swim season. We’ll recommend a starting collector area and carry it to the kit page, where you can choose the panel length that fits your roof.

Sizing for
Pool shape
Pool size
Desired swim season

Sized at 50, 70, or 85% of your pool’s surface area — you can always add a panel or two later. See our sizing guide →

Estimated panel area —
Choose my kit options Get a free system design

We’ll carry this recommendation to the kit page, where you can choose the panel length that fits your roof and add any plumbing options your installation needs.

This is a starting estimate. Climate, sun exposure, shade, roof orientation, and installation layout can affect final sizing. Our team can confirm your system at no cost.
How system sizing works

Surface area first: measure the water at its longest and widest points; round pools use the diameter.

Then your season: the longer you want to swim, the more of that area you match with panels — about half for summer only, around 70% for spring and fall, and 85% or more for the longest season your climate allows.

Roof and sun: shade, a north-facing roof, or coastal wind can call for a larger system. Sizing help is free.

Kit contents

What comes with your kit

Each kit includes your selected panels and the panel, connection, and drain-down components for a single collector row. Kits are a starting point: every installation needs some additional materials depending on your layout, piping, and roof type. Two add-ons are sold separately — a valve kit, which most first-time installations need, and an installation bundle with the roof fasteners and sealant for a shingle or tile roof.

Included
Solar panelsYour count and length

The panels you choose on the kit page, in the row length your roof or rack allows.

Panel hardwareOne set per panel

Secures each panel in the row and connects it to the next. Roof fasteners are separate.

Row connection kitOne per system

Connects the collector row to your pool’s supply and return plumbing.

Drain-down componentsOne per system

Includes the vacuum relief valve and fittings that allow the array to drain for proper winterization.

Available separately
Valve kit for first-time installationsAdd on the kit page

Connects the solar-heating system at your pump and filter. Most first-time installations need one; replacement systems may already have compatible valves.

Installation bundle for your roofShingle or tile · from $360.65

The fasteners, sealant, cement, and pipe brackets for a composition shingle or clay-tile roof, matched to your panel count and pipe size, plus a flow meter for dialing in the system. See the bundle →

Installing across more than one row or roof section? Ask us before ordering and we’ll confirm the additional hardware your layout needs. Metal, flat, or another roof type? Fasteners and sealant differ by roof — ask us before ordering and we’ll confirm what yours needs. See the FAQ.

Prefer to browse? Shop all four systems.

Choose your kit options to see your price.

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SwimEasy High-Performance DIY Solar Pool Heater Kit - 15-20 Year Life Expectancy - Ultimate Combination of Performance & Durability
$1,641.72 from $1,255.09 Save 24%
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SwimJoy Industrial Grade DIY Solar Pool Heater Kit - Advanced High-Wind Mounting System - Lifetime Ltd. Warranty
$2,629.94 from $1,298.37 Save 51%
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NanoEdge Advanced Solar Pool Heater DIY System Kit - 40% More Heating! - Advanced Nano Graphitic Multilayered Composite Requires Significantly Less Roof Space
$1,722.51 from $1,340.21 Save 22%
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SunLink Pro™ Solar Pool Heater DIY Kit with Integrated Link Technology™ – The Future of Pool Heating
$2,092.69 from $1,406.01 Save 33%

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Free system design

Prefer expert guidance? We’ll design your system.

Tell us about your pool, roof, and climate. Our solar specialists will recommend a system, panel count, and layout, then prepare a ready-to-shop parts list. There is no cost and no obligation.

Get my free system design →

Questions first? Talk to a solar specialist.

Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. PT

Rather not install it yourself? We can connect you with a qualified installer in your area — same panels, same free design. Connect me with an installer →

Keep the heat GeoBubble
Keep more of the heat your panels produce.

Your panels make the heat; a GeoBubble cover helps keep it. Solar panels warm your pool during the day. A GeoBubble cover helps prevent that warmth — and water — from escaping at the surface, especially overnight. Pair the two for a warmer pool, less evaporation, and a longer swim season.

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Before You Buy

You've got questions. We've got answers.

How many solar panels do I need to heat my pool?
Enough collector area to match 50–100% of your pool’s surface area: about half for summer-only swimming, around 70% for spring and fall, and 85% or more for the longest season your climate allows. A 15′×30′ pool sized for spring-to-fall swimming needs about 380 sq ft of panels. Most people start in the middle and add a panel or two later if they want more heat. Use the sizer in Step 2, or let us size it for free.
How much longer will I be able to swim?
Solar heating can extend your swim season, but the added time depends on your climate, system size, sun exposure, and use of a pool cover.
What does the kit price include, and what changes it?
The price shown on the kit page covers the panels you select and the panel, connection, and drain-down components for one collector row. Three things change it: which panel you choose, how many panels your pool needs, and any additional installation components — a valve kit for most first-time installations, and extra hardware for layouts with more than one row. Flexible payment options through Affirm are available to qualified customers.
Which solar pool heater system is right for me?
The one built for your roof and climate. Tile roof or hard freezes: SunLink Pro or SwimJoy. Limited roof space: NanoEdge. Easier panel connections: SunLink Pro. Asphalt roof, mild climate, proven value: SwimEasy. Select your situation in Step 1.
Can I install a solar pool heater myself?
Yes. Every kit ships with the panel and connection hardware and a step-by-step installation guide, and our specialists are a phone call away. Roof fasteners and sealant aren’t in the kit; the installation bundle has them for a shingle or tile roof. Rather not climb the roof? Find an installer in our network.
Will it work with my existing pool pump?
In most cases, yes — the system runs on the circulation pump you already have. If your panels will sit unusually high or far from the pool, ask us before ordering and we’ll confirm the flow.
Does solar pool heating work in cold climates?
Yes, for the part of the year temperatures stay above freezing. Every system must be properly winterized — drained and isolated — before freezing conditions.
Can I put solar pool panels on a tile roof?
SwimJoy and SunLink Pro are well suited to tile, with minimal roof penetrations. SwimEasy is not recommended on tile. NanoEdge uses an adhesive mount — ask us about your roof first.
Can I heat an above-ground pool with one of these kits?
Yes. Any of the four systems will heat an above-ground pool. Set the panels on a ground rack or another sunny, sloped surface near the pool — a shed roof, a pergola, a simple frame — and connect them to your filter hose with an above-ground hose adapter. Size it the same way: match 50–100% of your pool’s surface area, and choose Round in Step 2 for a round pool. Running a small filter pump? Ask us before ordering and we’ll confirm the flow.
What’s included in a DIY kit?
The panels you select, panel hardware for each one, a row connection kit for your supply and return plumbing, and drain-down components for winterizing. A valve kit for your pump and filter is an add-on; most first-time installations need one. Roof fasteners and sealant aren’t included; the installation bundle covers a shingle or tile roof. Metal, flat, and other roof types mount differently — ask us and we’ll confirm what yours needs.
Do these work on a metal roof?
Yes — any of the four systems can be installed on a metal roof. SunLink Pro and SwimJoy are the easiest, since neither needs wind strapping. Metal roofs mount differently than shingle or tile, and the fasteners and sealant depend on the kind of metal roof you have, so the installation bundle doesn’t cover them. Ask us before ordering and we’ll confirm exactly what your roof needs.
What does it cost to run?
The panels heat with sunlight, so there is no fuel to buy and no heater to run. Your running cost is the electricity your pool pump uses while it circulates water through the panels. If the pump already runs during daylight hours, solar adds little to that.
What if I’m not sure what to order?
Send us your pool size and roof dimensions and we’ll recommend a system, panel count, and layout, free and with no obligation. Get a free system design →
Do kits ship free?
Free shipping applies to orders over $75 within the contiguous United States; Alaska and Hawaii excluded.
Installation guideStep-by-step, written for DIY
Real expertsNationwide support, real people
Free system designPanel count, layout, hardware — no cost
Free shipping*On orders over $75, packed to arrive perfect

*Performance varies with climate, sun exposure, system size, and installation; every system must be properly winterized before freezing conditions. NanoEdge efficiency figure is manufacturer-tested versus standard solar collectors. Solar heating performance depends on climate, sun exposure, and installation. Free shipping applies to orders over $75 within the contiguous United States; Alaska and Hawaii excluded.