The Pool Guy Podcast Show

Over the years I have picked up some tools that have really helped save me time out in the field. From the very simple and affordable Multi-Tork Socket sets to a full-size vacuum system, getting the right tools will save you time and effort out on your pool route. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products a...

If you are like me hate to empty pump baskets then this podcast is for you. Maybe you have one of those giant pumps with the huge wet end (pump pot) and it is hard to get the lid back on each time. Or your pump sits below the pool’s water level and each time you have to empty it you have to close off all of the pool valves and ball valve. Listen and learn how you can set up your pool so you never...

From a combination of things starting with the COVID-19 virus and a Tri-Chlor factory shutdown earlier this year, Tri-Chlor Tablets are in high demand and were getting hard to get. Now with Hurricane Laura wiping out the BioLab factory in Louisiana which produced 115,000 million pounds of trichloroisocyanuric acid each year, a real 3” Tablet crisis is upon us. I go over some ways that you can use...

The Riptide Vacuum System has been around now for the better part of four years and it has really made a mark in the pool industry. I don’t think it would have been anywhere near as successful without the two great owners, David Sargent and Matt Lopez who take customer care and customer service to a new level. Learn about the Riptide Vacuum System and also about some new things they are working on...

I cover several aspects of dogs and your backyard swimming pool. From dogs swimming in the pool to dog waste in the pool and aggressive dogs, if you have a dog this episode is for you.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services to make pool care easy and solutions and expertise to do it right....

Having the pH rise in your pool is perfectly normal, but there are certain pools where the pH constantly rises and will rise to very high levels. I go over some reasons why your pool’s pH may be constantly rising as well as some tips and ways to minimize the pH bounce you are experiencing.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, p...

A Big Part of Commercial Pool Service is dealing with the County Health Inspector. Like any other public venue, a Commercial Pool is regularly inspected by your local County Health Department. I go over some baseline chemistry levels that they are looking for as well as some tips on dealing with them. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner si...

It may seem basic to capture leads which of course are usually potential new customers calling you or emailing you. But there are some aspects of handling the communication that can make a difference between sealing the deal or the potential client moving on.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and s...

To lower the pH in your pool you would use acid and typically the most popular chemical to use to lower your pH is Muriatic Acid. But there are also two other great and safer alternatives that you can use effectively to lower your pool’s pH. I go over the three types of acids that you can use to lower the pH in your pool.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade profession...

There are basically two sizes of pool poles and then you have of course the outliers with some odd sizes. But the industry standard is a 2-piece 8 ft to 16 ft pole and what is known as a Tri-Pole a 3-piece pole that usually extends from 6 ft to 18 ft. I go over sizing a pool pole and cover some of the poles I use and like for you in this episode. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers a...

Marketing is a big part of growing your pool service business. But if you have never tried to market yourself in a business before it can be tough to know where to begin. I give you some basic steps to market your business and a breakdown of some of the best areas to market yourself in.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, prov...

Installing an Above Ground Pool is a great way to have the backyard pool experience on a budget. There is one thing that you can do right away after purchasing an Above Ground Pool and that is to upgrade the filter and/or the pump. This will go a long way in making your Above Ground Pool care easy and this will keep your pool blue all season long. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers...

I have been using the Precision 2.0 for over 3 years now and this new revised version is the best one yet. The main upgrade is the Motor Box Assembly, particularly the clamp that holds the battery chamber lid on has been beefed up to make it a bulletproof water seal. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality product...

Borates are something often ignored in the Industry and the reasons why vary but part of it is that having borates in your swimming pool or spa is so effective. They keep algae out, give the water sparkle, and prevent your pH from going wildly up or down in your pool. I go over why adding borates to your pool is a real game-changer. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade...

If the pH in your pool is low, it could make the water very corrosive to the pool surface as well as the equipment. Raising it up will get it back in balance and we do this in the industry by using what is called a Base. Listen to learn which Base I think is the most effective in your particular situation.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted part...

When you purchase your pool route, how do you successfully absorb the clients of the service accounts you have purchased. Fernando talks in-depth about how he makes the purchase transition happen. In part one we discuss his method of purchasing pool routes to grow and in part two we cover employee relations. If you missed those parts you can go back and listen as they are very informative. Leslie’...

Employees are a big part of growing your business when you get above the single-pole threshold of 75-85 pools. I talk to Fernando about how he manages his route with several employees and he offers some tips on purchasing a pool route with an existing employee already servicing those pools. If you missed part one we talk in detail about Fernando’s method of purchasing pools to grow his route. Lesl...

I spend some time with Fernando Encarnacion who is the owner of Five Star Pro Pools in Orlando Florida and we discuss his unusual method of growing his pool route. He started by purchasing 57 pools 4 years ago and has a route today of close to 400 pools. Fernando explains his growth method in part one of this three-part series.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade prof...

Robotic Pool cleaners are now the top choice for an automatic pool cleaner for some good reasons. I go over some of the great features of a robotic cleaner and also some of the negative things you should be aware of. If your on the fence about a robotic cleaner hopefully you will find this podcast helpful in your decisions.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professi...

Bidding or pricing a Commerical Service account can seem daunting. In this podcast, I break it down to a basic rule of thumb. I show you how to bid for a Commerical Service account so that you don’t lose time or money.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services to make pool care easy and soluti...

If you notice your Suction Side Cleaner struggling each week and getting clogged with debris, you may want to consider upgrading to a non-booster pump pressure side cleaner. There are three good ones on the market today, the Polaris 360, Polaris TR36P, and the Pentair Legend II. I go over some things to note when making the switch.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade...

Have you ever played a Board Game and during the game realize that you have no chance of winning? In this podcast, I go over some situations with your pool that are a no-win, game over scenario. Listen to find out if your pool or a pool you service falls into this category. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality...

This is one thing I will readily admit that I am not very good at, paperwork and billing. The good news is that my wife excels at this so she balances things out. To be successful in business you need to be able to make sure you are billing for everything and that you are tracking who is paying each month and who is not. I offer some tips for you to stay organized and invoice your customers. Lesli...

Bio-Dex is a leading manufacturer of all types of pool chemicals and I discovered them when I started using two of their chemicals for my acid washes – Plaster White & Brite and Aqaudex 50 Stain Out. But Bio-Dex has several other chemicals including algaecides, clarifiers, and stain and scale removers. Listen to learn more about their product line-up.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-you...

In my experience, there are two types of Commerical service accounts. Those that get killed each week with very heavy use and those that are not used at all. The majority of commercial accounts will fall into the heavy use category. I go over some of the ways to handle these heavy use commercial accounts.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partn...