Rick Flood, Sunbather NZ and Pool Solar Heating

Family Heritage in Solar Pool Heating

A Pioneer of Solar Pool Heating in New Zealand

Contact info@poolsolarheating.co.nz

Pool Solar Heating Specialist is built on decades of experience in the solar pool heating industry in New Zealand.

The foundation of the business traces back to Rick Flood, one of the original pioneers of solar pool heating in New Zealand and a key installer of the well-known Sunbather solar heating systems.

Rick Flood helped introduce solar pool heating technology to many New Zealand pools and built a trusted family business based on quality installations, technical expertise, and long-term relationships with customers.

A Second Generation Family Business

The business was later taken over by Justin Watene and Kellie Watene, Rick Flood’s daughter, continuing the family legacy in solar pool heating.

Together they expanded the company and strengthened its reputation as a trusted provider of pool solar heating systems, pool covers, and pool heating solutions throughout New Zealand.

Their focus remained on delivering reliable systems, professional installation, and high-quality products designed for New Zealand conditions.

The Next Generation of Pool Heating in New Zealand

Today the business continues as a family operation led by the next generation, Jackson Watene and Hannah Watene, who are bringing new innovation and energy into the pool heating industry.

This new generation is focused on combining decades of experience with modern technologies, improved product design, and smarter pool heating solutions.

By building on the knowledge and expertise passed down through the family, Pool Solar Heating Specialist continues to provide advanced solar pool heating systems for homes, schools, and commercial pools across New Zealand.

Continuing a Legacy of Pool Heating Expertise

From the early days of solar pool heating installations to modern systems designed for efficiency and sustainability, the business has remained focused on one goal: helping New Zealand pool owners heat their pools more efficiently.

With multiple generations involved in the business, Pool Solar Heating Specialist combines long-standing industry knowledge with forward-thinking innovation to deliver reliable pool heating solutions.