Compass Pools New Zealand

Stu Laing and Jan Cazemier introduced Compass Pools into New Zealand in 2003 as the licensed distributors for New Zealand. We set up a display centre in Christchurch and since then the brand has extended into Central Otago, Nelson, New Plymouth, Wellington, Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty region as well as Hamilton/Waikato and the greater Auckland area.

Our background in the swimming pool industry began in 1991, has been selling and installing spa and pool products from our retail/service centres located in Dunedin and Queenstown. We built concrete pools ourselves and carried out repairs on every type of pool surface and have extensive experience with chemicals and chlorination systems, heating systems and pool covers.

“While our customers loved having a pool, they hated forever vacuuming/cleaning them and also complained about the cost and time to maintain and resurface their pools.

From our experience and after listening to what our customers were telling us Jan and I knew we had to find a product that was different and better than the rest. So we started our search for a pool that would address these issues.

After 12 years in the industry, we found Compass – an amazing family-based business in Australia who was selling up to 2500 pools a year to Australian families. Our first thought was “if they’re selling that many pools in a country where pools are so important they must be doing something right!”.
We quickly learnt that the technology behind Compass meant that they were cheaper, easier to run, safer, and cleaner.

We decided to bring the Compass Pool franchise/dealership into New Zealand. Initially based on our retail/service centre in Queenstown where we were living at the time. The demand for a Compass Pool grew quickly and in 2005 we moved to Christchurch and established the Head Office there. We then sold our businesses in Dunedin and Queenstown and built the display centre in Christchurch in 2008. In 2019 the Compass Pools brand had expanded to most of the country's main centres, so we sold our Christchurch based dealership to focus on providing support for our national dealer network.

Find a Compass Pool Builder near you:

Pool Builders in North Auckland: If you live in the wider Northern Auckland region, then speak to the team at Ultimate Pools. Ultimate Pools service the North Shore, Albany, Waitakari, Rodney, Warkworth and as far north as Mangawhai Heads. Warren, Steve and the team have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the pool industry and are always happy to help.

Pool Builders in South Auckland: Aquastyle Pools are the people to see if you are after a Compass Pool in any of the Southern Auckland suburbs. Michelle and the team have vast experience in the construction industry and will be able to offer you the best advice on how to achieve the pool of your dreams.

Pool Builders in Christchurch: The Compass Pools Christchurch team are highly experienced and skilled in all facets of design and installation - we'll find a solution to even the tightest most challenging sites for your Compass Pool.

Pool Builders in Wellington, Wairarapa and Kapiti: Wright Pools & Spas are one of the founding members of the Compass Pools NZ dealer Network. With retail shops in Lower Hutt, Paraparaumu and Carterton we offer experienced and creative options to help create your perfect pool.

Pool Builders in Bay of Plenty and Waikato: The team at Central Pools are the people to see for a Compass Pool in Tauaranga, Rotorua, Whakatane, Cambridge, Hamilton and the wider Bay of Plenty and Waikato areas. With a wealth of construction experience, they'll be able to help you.

Pool Builders in New Plymouth: Pool HQ are the people to see if you are looking for a pool in New Plymouth, Opunake, Stratford, Inglewood, Hawera and Waitara areas. The Pool HQ have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry.

Pool Builders in Queenstown: If you are in Central Otago and would like to know more about our self-cleaning swimming pools then don't hesitate to contact Southern Pools and Spa's. As one of our longest serving dealers, they'll be able to answer any questions you may have.

Pool Builders in Timaru: The Pool & Leisure Centre in Timaru are the team to speak to if you are looking for a new swimming pool in South Canterbury. If you want ideas and advice on your new pool then contact Mark and his team to arrange an obligation-free on-site consultation.

Pool builders in Blenheim and Nelson: For 50 years the Norton name has been synonymous with all things to do with Swimming Pools in Marlborough. Aquanort is a family-owned business that puts customer service first. We're proud to be authorised Compass Pools dealers in the Blenheim and Nelson area.

The Compass Pools difference is clear to see.

Thanks to innovative technology and design, Compass Pools are recognised across the world for being cleaner, safer, easier to run, more cost-effective to own, healthier to swim in and better to look at. Not only that, but a Compass Pool only takes around 5-10 days to install in your back yard - no tradesmen working at your home for weeks or months.

For over thirty years, Compass has been pushing the boundaries with innovative technology ... here's why choosing a Compass Pool is a safer investment

• Easier to maintain and run - A Compass pool with Vantage gives you a low effort option for keeping your pool healthy and clean. Take the hard work out of maintaining your pool water and enjoy your pool instead!
• A stronger pool - Only Compass can offer you the added peace of mind that comes with our patented Ceramic Composite technology. It's this technology that enables us to offer a lifetime structural warranty on our pools.
• A better-looking pool - Only Compass can offer access to our unique Bi-luminite pool surface. This creates an unmatched 3D effect which makes our pools look so impressive. And only Compass can provide added cosmetic protection with our ArmourShield technology.
• More attractive to future buyers - Compass offers the added benefit of having a completely automated cleaning system - Real Estate Agents highlight the benefits of Vantage when selling to prospective buyers.

Looking after your pool has never been easier when you choose the Vantage operating system.

The thing about water is that it needs to be moving to remain fresh and healthy. When left still for too long it stagnates and becomes contaminated with algae and bacteria. While traditional pool circulation systems move large volumes of surface water, the deep water tends to get neglected. The Vantage system removes pool water through a traditional skimmer, as well as an in-floor drain. It then returns the newly filtered water to the pool through a series of nozzles on the pool floor.

This ensures that all water right down to the floor is thoroughly circulated which reduces chemical burn-off and allows for a more even water temperature.

Arguably, the best benefit of the Vantage system is that the pool cleans itself. All you have to do is empty your leaf basket.\

• Improved circulation for healthier water.
• Completely automated hands-free cleaning.
• More efficient use of pool chemicals.
• A more even pool temperature.

Secret Weapon

Imagine owning a swimming pool that saved you money, used less chemicals and cleaned itself! No robot cleaners tangled up, no heavy suction cleaners to bother with – and your pool always looks like they do in the magazines.

Most people who buy a pool have a dream of relaxing and enjoying time with their family. What they don’t picture is the amount of work involved in keeping their pool clean and healthy to swim in. A typical swimming pool holds approximately 40,000 litres of water and in order for that water to remain healthy, it has to be regularly circulated and must maintain the right chemical balance and sanitation levels. Unhealthy pool water can be the cause of earaches, illnesses and sore eyes, not to mention a green pool! Without the right technology and knowledge, some people find this task takes away the fun of owning a pool. We have the answer. The Vantage operating system is a unique water circulation system designed to reduce chemical usage, eliminate cold spots and keep your pool clean of debris without the need for regular hand skimming, vacuuming or any other cleaning equipment.

All you need to know about our ‘secret weapon’

How it cleans

With more than 10,000 Compass Vantage pools in the
ground, we know the Compass Vantage operating system works. It works extremely well. Vantage offers you more than superior cleaning. It delivers the total package in the care of your pool water.

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Safer, Cleaner, Healthier

Unlike traditional pool circulation systems, the Vantage
system circulates your pool from bottom to top. All of the layers of the pool water are penetrated, eliminating ‘dead spots’ where algae and bacteria grow. With Vantage you make dramatic savings on chemical usage while enjoying a cleaner, healthier pool.

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How it compares

The most popular cleaning systems used in backyard
swimming pools today are 1) suction cleaners, 2)
robotic cleaners, and 3) in-floor cleaning systems. When comparing these 3 types of cleaning systems, there are a number of important measures, beyond the obvious ability to clean your pool.

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