CALIFORNIA, February 24, 2026: Adams Pool Solutions has announced a strategic partnership with global pool equipment manufacturer Madimack. The collaboration sets a new benchmark for Title 24-ready pools in California, combining high-end pool construction with intelligent, energy-efficient pool technology to meet strict new state mandates.
Effective January 1, 2026, California’s updated Title 24 legislation mandates that renewable energy or electric technology be the primary heating source for new pool builds and major renovations. This accelerates the industry’s shift away from older, gas-dependent systems toward cleaner, quieter, and highly efficient inverter pool heat pump technology.
Pool heating is the difference between a two-month water feature and a ten-month lifestyle extension. Adams Pool Solutions, with over 15 years of premium pool construction experience, has partnered with Madimack to ensure this extended enjoyment is delivered with energy efficiency at its core.
"A standout pool deserves intelligent performance behind the scenes. Today’s clients don’t build pools just for summer. They want pools they can use on spring mornings, autumn evenings, and across changing seasons. Supporting that with energy-efficient, reliable, and easy-to-use operating systems is now a baseline expectation."
– Ray Langford, Marketing Director at Adams Pool Solutions
To assist homeowners and developers in understanding the new energy landscape, Adams Pool Solutions and Madimack have clarified the most pressing questions regarding the 2026 transition:
For all new pool permits issued after January 1, 2026, the primary heating source must be an electric heat pump or a solar thermal system. The mandate aims to aggressively reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower the energy draw on the state's electrical grid.
Gas heaters are not entirely banned, but they cannot be the primary heating source for new pools. They may still be installed as a secondary, supplemental heat source (a hybrid system) designed to run only when the primary heat pump cannot meet the heating load. Homeowners may also still replace broken gas heaters on existing, grandfathered pools.
A Title 24-ready pool utilizes optimized hydraulic design to reduce pump friction, includes solar-ready or electric-ready infrastructure, and utilizes compliant, high-efficiency equipment (like inverter heat pumps and variable-speed circulation pumps) as its primary operating system.
Unlike traditional heaters that blast on at 100% power and shut off, Madimack's inverter pool heat pump technology modulates its power output. It draws heat from the ambient air and transfers it to the water, adjusting its speed precisely to maintain temperature. This results in a much higher Coefficient of Performance (COP), meaning the system produces significantly more heat energy than the electrical energy it consumes.
While the upfront installation cost of a heat pump is higher than that of a traditional gas heater, the operational efficiency is vastly superior. Depending on usage and local utility rates, California homeowners typically see 30% to 50% lower monthly operating costs compared to gas-only heating, saving hundreds of dollars annually.
Together, Adams Pool Solutions and Madimack deliver the Perfect Pad, a system-based approach where heating, pumping, sanitation, and controls are integrated to optimize energy efficiency.
In markets such as Southern California and Las Vegas, outdoor living and wellness features are an everyday expectation. Madimack’s technology enables precise temperature control across a wide range of conditions, drastically extending the swim season.
"Efficient heating is the single biggest factor in how often a pool gets used. Our role is to make that heating reliable, economical, and virtually invisible from a day-to-day ownership perspective. Partnering with Adams Pool Solutions allows our technology to be delivered exactly as it should be, as part of a complete, professionally built pool."
– Brett Gaunt, Managing Director of Madimack
As energy standards tighten, the focus has shifted from how a pool looks on day one to how efficiently it performs over its lifetime.
For more information on building a compliant, energy-efficient pool, visit www.adamspools.com
Adams Pool Solutions is a leading U.S. pool builder known for high-quality construction, contemporary design, and engineering excellence. With a focus on craftsmanship and forward-thinking partnerships, Adams delivers pools that bring outdoor living to life.
Madimack is a global manufacturer of premium pool equipment, specializing in inverter-driven heat pump technology, energy-efficient design, and integrated pool systems. With decades of success in Australia and a growing presence in the United States, Canada, and Japan, Madimack continues to raise the benchmark for pool equipment efficiency, innovation, performance, service, and support.