The Pool Guy Podcast Show

 Many of us lack business skills when starting in the pool service industry. I review some of the ones we start off lacking and how to improve these essential skills.  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...

 What are the advantages and disadvantages of manually vacuuming a pool? What are the advantages of using a Professional Vacuum system? I compare on contrast both methods 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 Provid...

As a business owner you are also a customer service representative and deal with complaints on a regular basis. How you handle customer complaints can make you a premier pool service company or put you out of business.    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...

I go over the different chlorine types in detail so that you can make an informed decision on which sanitizer is best for your 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...

This is a question I get asked all the time, “Do I need a Vacuum System?” The answer is yes and no and I will 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-service...

Getting started is the biggest hurdle with Real Estate investing and  I go over some ways you can get started in Real Estate Investing.   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...

You can’t clean pools forever; the earlier you start planning for some passive income, the better. I go over some ways you can invest and focus on my primary area of expertise, Real Estate investing.  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 Po...

Does your saltwater pool have very high chlorine and pH during the season? If so, you are not alone. I go over some ways to combat both. 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.ht...

 What are some of the common problems of a Saltwater System? I go over some of these and the 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/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral...

There are some very good reasons why a pool should be drained. I go over several of them for you here. 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=referral&utm_so...

 In this podcast , I go through many questions, including how many chemicals to add, automatic suction side cleaners and set RPM, 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/commercial-servic...

 Charging the right amount in your pool service business can make the difference between making money and just spinning your wheels out there. I go over some basics of price setting for your services.   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...

Increasing your prices can sometimes seem daunting and many pool pros fear that they might lose clients. I go over some smart ways to raise your rates and keep all or most of your clients.    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 P...

There are some things that you don’t want to do to your swimming pool, and I call these “Extreme mistakes.” A swimming pool is a huge investment and an asset so avoid doing these things at all cost!  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...

I got my hands on a new updated Bottom Feeder for 2024, and there are some minor changes, but a significant change in the battery. I will go over these changes in detail for you here.  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...

 I recently did a podcast with Skimmer, and we discussed their in-depth “Stare of the Industry 2024 Report.” I go over the nine top takeaways from the report.   Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7 days a week. Becoming a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider is fast and easy. https://lesliespool.com/co...

 Many times you are actually better off passing on a job because at the end you really won’t make any money on it. What should be the main focus of your pool service business? 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 Pre...

Time is, of course, money, and I offer many time-saving tips for you here. Speed up your day by implementing these easy-to-do things.   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...

 What is my go-to water tester? I have several, actually, and depending on the situation, one or the other will be that pool’s go-to water tester.   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...

Everyone has heard the term backwashing a filter, but what does that mean, and what is the process exactly? I go over backwashing and offer some tips to help you, especially if you are new to the industry.  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 review some noises you don’t want to hear on your pool route. It's a humorous but honest take on some unpleasant noises.  Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open seven days a week. Becoming a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider is fast and easy. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_...

If you are thinking about doing some commercial pools I go over some of the negatives as well as the positives for you here. That way you will make an informed decision.   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://les...

Most of the chemicals we use in pool service can be very hazardous. Here are some ways to stay safe out there on your 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-services.html/?ut...

Rain is becoming an emerging problem in my area of California. We never really thought of it much since we have been in a drought for several years. But it is affect us now more than ever and other regions of the country 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 eas...

 When it comes to taxes there can be many layers you need to be aware of and I touch on many of the tax issues that I am often asked about. A good CPA is of course a must.  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...