The Pool Guy Podcast Show

I like any product that will enhance your pool skimming ability. But does the Skim doctor 2.0 really work? I think it does what it is supposed to do and is well worth the $40.00 investment. I also answer the negative reviews in this podcast and go over the benefits of the Skim Doctor 2.0 Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, prov...

Whether you are a pool service professional or a DIY homeowner 2020 is probably the best time ever to own and service pools. There is just so much great information out there on pool care plus manufacturer seminars and training on pool equipment making this the Golden Age of pool ownership and pool service.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted par...

The robotic pool cleaner is huge for the residential sector of the market. But when it comes to Commercial pools that market is flat. Part of it is the Health Department regulation prohibiting cleaners in a pool when it is open and in use. Another part is the high cost of the units themselves. But with these drawbacks a Robotic Cleaner for your Commercial Service Accounts may still be a great time...

Servicing pools requires high-quality equipment and there are many manufacturers who make Professional Grade Pool tools. As a homeowner using these Pro-grade tools will make your pool care a less frustrating experience. As a pool pro, you need the best equipment to get you through the day successfully. Listen to some of the top choices of 2020. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and...

It is tough to know how much to bid for pool service even when you have some experience. Imagine how tough it is when you are just starting out and know little about the bidding process. I go over some tips to avoid underbidding potential service accounts. This is part 1 on a series on Rookie Pool Guy & Gal Mistakes Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals...

I am a big fan of automatic pool cleaners. Here are some of the tactics I use to sell automatic pool cleaners to my customers. Whether you are a pool service company or a pool store employee these methods are proven and effective in closing the sale on an automatic pool cleaner. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing qua...

Tired of your Pressure Side Pool Cleaner? But what should you replace it with? I go over the benefits of replacing it with a suction side cleaner and a robotic pool cleaner and give you the pros and cons of each so that you can make the right choice.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services t...

You can’t do it all in your pool service business. What is the best way to refer work out on your pool route? Do you hire someone and pay them directly or do you refer them to the customer? Listen to find out what I think is the most effective way to do this. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and se...

There are bad pool products out there, that is for sure. There are also defective pool products on the market. But user error is also a big part of why an automatic cleaner or Variable Speed Pump doesn’t work effectively. Do you have a bad product or maybe it is installed or set up wrong? Find out more in this podcast. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals...

This may sound simple on the surface but when should you manually vacuum a swimming pool and when is it futile to do so? Another word when will vacuum a pool with the system vacuum be more time than it is worth. Listen to this podcast to hear my answer. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services...

Everyone who does pool service has run into a heavy debris pool at one time or another. Or several of them as in my case. Should you even take the time to bid one of these for service? There are some good reasons why you should take on a heavy debris pool but of course, there are a lot of negatives to heavy debris pool. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals...

If your pool filter PSI is spiking even after you just cleaned the filter, these are some things to look for. It is not normal for the pool filter PSI to rise rapidly and there are a number of things that can cause this, which I will cover in this podcast for you. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products a...

After the training period is over you are now the proud owner and operator of your own pool route. Congratulations and good luck. If it were that easy. Here are some things to note as you start out on your own and some ways to make the transition without losing your newly purchased accounts.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963,...

One tool that will make your pool care easy is an automatic pool cleaner. Whether you purchase a suction cleaner, pressure cleaner or a robotic pool cleaner any of these can make the chore of cleaning your pool that much easier. I will go over the benefits of using a cleaner and touch on the different cleaner types. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals tru...

After a heavy rain event, your pool may be negatively affected in many ways. The water level may be coming over the pool coping and flooding your yard. The water may appear to be cloudy or green and lots of critters may end up drowning in your pool. I go over these things and more in this podcast.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since...

The Bottom Feeder Professional Cordless Vacuum System is a great system that is truly underrated. Now that it comes with a pole adapter where the battery can sit on to make connecting it easy and quick plus a new on/off switch brings the Bottom Feeder to the level of a real legitimate vacuum system. Now is the time to purchase one if you have been waiting.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yo...

This is, of course, a regional question and you will be spending less time at a screened-in pool in Florida than in a Texas-size 40,000 service account. But there are some general guidelines so that you are actually making money on your pool route versus spinning your wheels. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing qualit...

Many pool brokers will place a limit on the time period where you can make changes to your newly purchased pool route. Typically the probation period is anywhere from 3 to 6 months. This is to prevent the customer from canceling service. But how do you make needed changes after the probation period? Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner sinc...

If your pool filter has reached the end of its lifespan or if you just want to upgrade to a larger filter, here are some practical tips for you. I also go over the sizing from one type of filter to another which can be confusing since they all operate differently.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products...

Christmas and the Holidays are a great time of the year to connect with your customers and also to thank them for allowing you to service their pool and spa over the year. I offer some tips on how you can handle the Holidays including time off and gifts for your clients. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality pro...

Getting the correct test factors for your pool and spa takes some skill and there are also variables that can cause you to get the wrong test results. I cover some common testing errors with the popular test kits models and test strips on the market today. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and servi...

There are a few things that are very common with most heaters them not to turn on. Usually, there is an ERR code displayed on the panel but not always. It is also common for the heater to go into Service mode with a red light coming on the panel. Here are a few things to look for before calling a service company to come out and fix it.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool tr...

If you are purchasing a pool route there may be some pools included in the purchase that are suspect. In other words, the pools themselves may have really old and poorly running equipment, the client may not be the best personality-wise or they may be late payers. What do you do with these pools and how do you spot them? Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professional...

It is easy to overlook your pool care in the Winter months in those regions where we leave our pools open all season long. Here are some common mistakes that you can make with your pool care in the Winter months from chemistry to running the pool too long.  Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and serv...

Since all three filters are different in just about every way, it is hard to get a good gauge of size when you are swapping out a Sand Filter for a D.E. filter. Or a D.E. Filter with a Cartridge Filter. I go over some rules of thumb when you are sizing all three filter types.  Send us Fan Mail Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors!  HASA  https://bit.ly/HASA The Bottom Feeder. Save...