The Pool Guy Podcast Show

In this podcast, I was a guest on The Deep End Pool Podcast hosted by Frank Disher. We talked about current industry issues as well as California-specific issues. Here is part one of three. To listen to the Deep End Podcast: https://thedeependpoolpodcast.com/ Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a...

In this podcast, I was a guest on The Deep End Pool Podcast hosted by Frank Disher. We talked about current industry issues as well as California-specific issues. Here is part one of three. To listen to the Deep End Podcast: https://thedeependpoolpodcast.com/   Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days...

Many pool chemicals just are ignored by most consumers and pool service professionals. I go over some of these and the reasons for that.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.h...

I go over what I consider essential pool equipment if you are having a swimming pool built or remodeled. It is always easier to add everything at the build than later. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://leslies...

This is a new phosphate remover in the form of slow-dissolving tablets. Each tablet will remove 500 ppb of phosphates in 10,000 gallons of water. It’s a pretty effective and easy-to-use product.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Ca...

Talking about the Precision V10 I decided to expand on the other models that Water Tech makes for the consumer and prosumer. They have a bunch, so follow along as I go through their models in rapid fire. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred...

This is Water Tech's latest professional vacuum with a completely sealed rechargeable lithium-ion battery, so there is no need to worry about water getting in and shorting out the motor. It has a 2-hour run time and great suction power!  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast...

Rising pH is a common problem that is a byproduct of the salt cell producing chlorine in a pool. Can it be controlled? Yes, in some way, it can.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-se...

Several issues cause your saltwater pool to be a real headache for you. I identify the most common issues and solutions for you here today. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services...

High CYA in a swimming pool is a common problem. Terry Arko unpacks some ways to manage high CYA in a swimming pool. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=refer...

In this episode, I talk to Terry Arko about the benefits of using liquid chlorine on your pool route. What makes liquid a good choice over other chlorine types?  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.c...

I sat down with Alicia Stephens & Brian Trenck of KIK/BioLab and we discussed metals and metal treatment in your swimming pool. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?u...

I sat down with Alicia Stephens & Brian Trenck of KIK/BioLab and we discussed cloudy pool water in detail. We offer some good solutions as well!  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercia...

I sat down with Alicia Stephens & Brian Trenck of KIK/BioLab, and we discussed phosphates and phosphate treatment in detail. You will learn a few new things about phosphate treatment in a swimming pool.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Prefe...

What are some differences between a fiberglass pool and a plaster pool? Which surface type is the best for you? I go over this and more for you. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-ser...

I speak about chlorine enhancers often, but what exactly are they, and why would you want to use one? I go over the most popular types and compare them side by side.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliesp...

What is the most effective way to use chlorine in a swimming pool? What is the best chlorine type? I answer this and more for you.   Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?...

If you currently have a suction or pressure side cleaner, is it wise to upgrade to a robotic cleaner? Sometimes, it is, and I will go over why you may want to upgrade to a robotic cleaner.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Pro...

How long does a pool filter last? Or how long does a pool pump last? That depends on many factors. I go over some average equipment lifespans for you. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commerci...

Having a plan is important in many respects, but none more than planning a secure future where passive income replaces your current income. Unless you plan to work forever.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://l...

Which is best, a pool service truck or a van? And what is the best size truck? I will go over some pool service vehicle choices here for you.   Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-serv...

Green pool clean-ups can fail, and usually, it is because of a step that wasn’t followed to completion. I go over some common green pool fail points.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commerci...

Getting sick is no fun, and it is even less fun when you get sick when you have to clean multiple swimming pools or do repairs that week. I go over some ways to handle sick days and injuries.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care...

There are more ways to clean a pool than just using a leaf rake and manually skimming to the surface. I review some automated ways and some things you can do to make your skimmer more effective.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Ca...

You can use various methods to carry your supplies and equipment back to your service accounts. I go over some tried and true ways here for you. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-ser...