Pool Magazine - Podcasts for the Pool Industry

Recently on Ask The Masters (a popular Facebook group dedicated to pool industry professionals), someone asked whether or not anyone had experience with ecoFINISH and what their experience was like using the product. In order to learn a little bit more about the product itself and the application process, we first spoke with a professional applicator who gave us some insight as to his experience u...

Jason Jovaag has been at the forefront of acrylic aquatic engineering for over 25 years. A recognized expert in the field and consultant on projects worldwide, Jovaag has made a career out of pushing the boundaries in acrylic construction and design. In this episode, we not only discuss some incredible projects he's been a part of, but some emerging trends that you're sure to see more of...

Recently, ASP, America's Swimming Pool Company made an announcement that they will begin pool construction franchising. Already widely known for its pool service and renovation franchise, ASP hopes to double down on the success they've had in the service sector as they bring their new construction division online. To get some clarity as to the plans for implementing their new constructio...

In this episode of Pool Magazine Podcast we chat with Michael Kaufman, President of ProTuff Products . Their brand of pool poles and nets have become a leading prosumer product that is receiving high ratings and positive reviews on Amazon for their durable and innovative products and frictionless warranty on replacement parts and returns. We discuss why their pool cleaning equipment has been leadi...

The Pool Bladder promises a safe and convenient way to store your pool water while performing liner installations, repairs, and other pool renovations. We caught up with Jim Dorsey, Director of Sales for Kayden Manufacturing to learn a little bit more about this product and how it's helping pool contractors save time and money on their liner jobs. Guest: Jim Dorsey, Kayden Manufacturing Spons...

Kevin Woodhurst has had a long history in the pool industry. With over 3 decades of experience designing and building custom pools, there isn't much he hasn't come across. On this episode, we chat with Woodhurst about his experience working in nearly all facets of the industry and why conceptual design remains such a core focus for him today. Guest: Kevin Woodhurst - Design Consultant fo...

Since 1983, Maytronics has been an established name in the robotic pool cleaner space. After the enormous popularity of the Dolphin Premier series, they're hoping to capture some of that same success with their eagerly anticipated Liberty series of cordless robotic cleaners. In order to learn a little more about this exciting new product lineup we spoke with Peter Basso, Sr. Director of Sales...

Hayward has established a new program this summer called " GET PAID TO UPGRADE ", a campaign which rewards pool contractors for replacing an existing piece of pool equipment with any qualifying Hayward product. To learn more about how pool contractors are taking advantage of the program, we spoke with Scott Reynolds, owner of Purpose Pools, a leading Las Vegas pool service company and on...

Tenjam has exploded onto the pool scene with its exciting line of resin-based rotomolded pool furniture .  Listen in as we chat with Mike Collins, President and Owner of Tenjam to learn more about the company, their line of products, and what differentiates them from some of the other brands on the market. Guest: Mike Collins - Tenjam Sponsor: AquaBluMosaics.com Publisher: Pool Marketing - #1 Mark...

On this episode of Pool Magazine podcast we have the distinct pleasure of chatting with Keith Zars, owner of Keith Zars Pools, they’re consistently rated as one of the top pool companies in the country and certainly the local leaders in their hometown of San Antonio, TX. We take a sneak peek at one of their latest over-the-top resort-style residential pool projects and chat with the Zars about wha...

The Florida Swims Foundation has unveiled its new “Swim for Life” license plate that is now available for pre-order through the Florida Swims Foundation website in conjunction with the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles. Elizabeth McMurray and Dallas Thiesen of the Florida Swimming Pool Association (FSPA) explain how the " Swim for Life " specialty license plate will benefit the Florid...

Recently, GEHA and The Hunt Family Foundation made a heartwarming announcement to sponsor swimming lessons for children in Haughton, Louisiana – the hometown of Kansas City Chiefs RB Joe Delaney. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Joe Delaney's heroic act of sacrificing his life while trying to save three children from drowning. In honor of his memory and selflessness, both GEHA and The...

On this episode of Pool Magazine Podcast we had the opportunity to catch up with Steve Berens, CEO of Clear Comfort, one of the leading AOP providers on the market today. AOP (Advanced Oxidation Process) has rapidly gained traction in the pool and spa industry over the past decade and Clear Comfort is riding that wave to bring this enhanced technology to a larger market. Listen in as we discuss th...

The Attendant is a revolutionary new product that is designed to improve all aspects of the pool ownership experience. The cloud-based pool automation technology continuously monitors your equipment, water quality and temperature to determine the most energy-efficient way to keep your swimming pool in pristine condition. This vendor-agnostic automation system is completely compatible with the Big...

When we talk about sophisticated water features, pencil jets offer an inobtrusive and seamless look under the coping to add character to a swimming pool. To better understand how pool contractors are using this feature we spoke with Blake Swanson, pool builder and owner of Premier Pools & Spas South Bay in California. Swanson recently posted an example of the application in the Ask The Masters...

A new rule has been passed by the U.S. Department of Energy that will affect the pool/spa industry. The DOE regulations are aimed at lamps that emit between 310 and 3,300 lumens. The regulation is performance-oriented and in line with the agency's recent release of Energy Conservation Standards for General Service Lamps, which are designed to manage energy consumption across various applicati...

Tal Thevenot knows a thing or two about designing award-winning backyards. As President and Principal Designer of AquaTerra Outdoors , Thevenot has won acclaim with his approach to creating luxury custom outdoor living environments. Recently we had the chance to catch up with Thevenot and discussed what has helped propel his firm to become one of the leaders in the industry. We also talk open-plan...

Recently we had the chance to catch up with industry-acclaimed tile artisan Jimmy Reed of Rock Solid Tile at the Western Pool & Spa Show in Long Beach, CA. We wanted to get his feedback on a video he posted to social media where he was called in to consult on a pretty disastrous tile installation gone wrong. WATCH THE VIDEO ON FACEBOOK On the surface, it looked like a beautiful job but once Ji...

Paul Porter is CEO of Premier Franchise Management (PFM) and a bonafide American success story. His unlikely path and humble origins are truly remarkable but perhaps what is more inspiring is the organization he has grown. PFM manages four unique brands, Premier Pools & Spas and Pinnacle Pools & Spas which focus on pool construction, while its sister brands, Premier Pool Service and Pinnac...

While it's true that the pool industry may have traditionally been a male-dominated field in years past, that perception is rapidly changing. Take Holly Waldhauer for instance. As the owner of Mermaid Lagoons and Vice President of the East Central Chapter of the Florida Swimming Pool Association, Holly has been turning the heads of seasoned veterans in the pool industry with her beautiful til...

When we talk about the value that pool safety covers bring, what comes to mind first is peace of mind. Pool covers serve a variety of important roles. Tom Dankel, VP of Aquamatic Cover Systems discusses why a pool safety cover is one of the smartest investments you can make if you own a pool, and talks about how Aquamatic is helping lead the charge to create safer and more sustainable pools. Spons...

Join us for a special two-part series as we celebrate Polaris pool cleaners' 50th anniversary . In part one, we sit down with Greg Howard, President of Carecraft and the previous longtime President and CEO of Polaris Pool Systems , to take a look back at the past 50 years of Polaris pool cleaners. We'll discuss the history, innovation, and evolution of Polaris pool cleaners, as well as t...

Welcome to the second part of our special two-part series celebrating Polaris pool cleaners' 50th anniversary . In part one, we sat down with Greg Howard, President of Carecraft and the previous President and CEO of Polaris Pool Systems , to take a retrospective look at the past 50 years of Polaris pool cleaners. If you haven't already listened to it, we highly recommend checking it out....

Pool Magazine chats with Eric Nielson - Director of the Western Pool & Spa Show in Long Beach, CA. This year marks the show's 45th anniversary making it one of the oldest pool and spa shows in America. Last year's show saw 10,000 attendees which also makes the Western Pool & Spa Show one of the most well-attended national shows and certainly one of if not the best attended pool m...

Deckorators is the outdoor living industry's largest supplier of railings, balusters, composite decking, and accessories options to customize any outdoor space.  As we make the trade show tour this year, we couldn't help but notice that their new product lineup has been getting a lot of attention. Michelle Hendrick of UFP Industries and Jason Varney of Dock and Deck join us on behalf of...