The Pool Guy Podcast Show

Can you safely use copper in your pool to control algae? Bob Lowry answers this and more for you today.   Bob Lowry passed away on November 17th, 2021, and a true legend has left the pool and spa industry. He was the author of over 23 books, but this has to be one of his most relevant and shortest books, just 19 pages thick. But it is packed with many essentials on residential pool chemistry that...

What happens if the pH in my pool gets too low? How do I correct that and what is the problem anyway? Bob Lowry goes over a pool with a very low pH.  Bob Lowry passed away on November 17th, 2021, and a true legend has left the pool and spa industry. He was the author of over 23 books, but this has to be one of his most relevant and shortest books, just 19 pages thick. But it is packed with many es...

Bob Lowry discusses why you need to balance your swimming pool water on a weekly basis.   Bob Lowry passed away on November 17th, 2021, and a true legend has left the pool and spa industry. He was the author of over 23 books, but this has to be one of his most relevant and shortest books, just 19 pages thick. But it is packed with many essentials on residential pool chemistry that you will want a...

This is a Best of the Pool Guy Podcast Show and I sit down with Joe Laurano of Periodic Products and we discuss some of the issues in a pool start-up as well as balancing your pool water to prevent metal staining.  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’...

This is a Best of the Pool Guy Podcast Show and I sit down with Joe Laurano of Periodic Products and we discuss some metal staining issues and how to handle them with your customers. We also discuss fill water with metals in it. 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 be...

This is a Best of the Pool Guy Podcast Show and I sit down with Joe Laurano of Periodic Products and we discuss the metal stain removal process and how to treat water that is tinted green. 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 Prov...

This is a Best of the Pool Guy Podcast Show and I sit down with Joe Laurano of Periodic Products and we discuss some of the basics of Metal Staining. 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...

What is better, a D.E. or a Cartridge filter? I list the pros and cons of each for you here today, and of course, you can decide for yourself.  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...

The Department of Energy (DOE) banned all single-speed pumps over 1 hp in July of 2021. But what does the ban mean, is it being enforced, and are single-speed pumps evil? 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://lesl...

Speed is everything when cleaning 60-70 pool filters every 4-6 months. I review some ways I speed up my filter cleaning out on my pool route.   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...

Should you take on a service account with a vicious or trained-to-attack guard dog? Nope. I will go over dog attacks on today's podcast 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/commerc...

There are some service accounts and some jobs that you probably should not take. I go over some accounts that you probably should avoid and pass on.   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...

Is setting your pool run time different in the Summertime and Wintertime? I go overtips on setting the best run time for the seasons.   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.htm...

One way for you to retire early or at least exit the industry and have great cash flow and appreciating assets is with real estate investing. It’s never been easier now with the DSLR loan package.  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...

While working, you don’t think too much about how you will exit the industry and retire comfortably. I go over some key exit strategies 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-s...

There is an easy way to do pool equipment and upgrades. I review some simple ways to change equipment and make everyone happy.  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_m...

How do you get a solid 4-weeks off every year? I review some effective strategies for you here and the best way to ensure you are taking time off.   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...

If you didn’t know it, your Salt Water Generator will stop working in the Winter when the pool water temperature drops below a certain level. In very cold water, the SWG can’t produce chlorine.   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...

I am answering some of your tough YouTube questions, including how to test for chlorine over 10 ppm, the best way to connect a stand-alone VS pump, and more!   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...

I go over some discounts that can be effective and a lot of discounts that are not effective. Discounts are a part of life today, but you also have to balance them with your bottom line and overall image.   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 Prefer...

I will review the different service truck options for you here and discuss which truck I prefer for pool service. You have many options, and everyone has a different idea of the best service truck.   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 Poo...

One of the main issues you will have on your pool route with gardeners is how messy they make the pools when making the yard look beautiful. I go over some ways to deal with messy gardeners and landscapers.  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...

Suction side cleaners have been around now for over 40 years and the ones on the market today are some of the best. I will go over why I like suction side cleaners the most.  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://...

Sales can be the hardest part of the pool service business to master. I will review some tried and true sales techniques 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-servic...

I’m big on effective time management. I think a lot of time is wasted on your route, and many ways exist to save and reclaim that time. Here are a few basic tips 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://le...