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Friday, January 16, 2026 Why Dog Pools Are Never “Balanced”

Clients adore their dogs, and many let them swim daily. We get real about what that means for your route: higher bather load, stubborn scum lines, clo...

Thursday, January 15, 2026 Pool Service Vacation Rules Every Pro Should Know

Want a pool service schedule that actually lets you take time off without losing momentum or money? We break down a practical framework for solo opera...

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 The Right Way to Clean Heavy Debris Pools

Leaves don’t just make a mess, they steal your time, stress your body, and starve your margins. We break down a clean, repeatable system to handle hea...

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Pool Service Bidding Rules Every Pro Must Follow

Saying yes to every pool is the fastest way to burn out your route and your margins. We break down a practical bidding system for weekly service, gree...

Monday, January 12, 2026 Stop Chasing Fine Dirt: Bottom Feeder Cartridge Filter Assembly 2.0

Dust lines, cloudy steps, and second passes with a manual vac eat time and profit. We tackled the root problem—fine debris slipping through bags—and p...

Friday, January 9, 2026 When “One More Pool” Isn’t Worth

Ever wish you could drop a problem account without triggering a one-star review? We dig into a step-by-step method for ending service gracefully, usin...

Thursday, January 8, 2026 Stop Driving, Start Earning: Building a Tight Pool Route

Driving less can be the biggest raise you give yourself. We dive into how to tighten your pool service route so every mile worked actually pays, from ...

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 You’re Driving Past Profit: Hidden Revenue on Your Pool Route

Ready to grow your pool business without adding long days or heavy labor? We break down a simple strategy to boost revenue using services already hidi...

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Small Truck: When Going Compact Makes Sense

The truck you drive can either protect your margin or quietly drain it, and most pros overestimate how much vehicle they really need. We walk through ...

Monday, January 5, 2026 Dive In: Season 10 Starts Now

Two truths shape modern pool care: the fundamentals haven’t changed, and expectations never stop rising. We dig into why pool service remains resilien...

Friday, January 2, 2026 Balance or Bust: Finding the Ideal pH with Eric Knight

Forget the old rule that outdoor pools must live at 7.4 pH. We dig into why cyanuric acid, not pH, is the dominant force behind chlorine strength in t...

Thursday, January 1, 2026 Pool Chemistry Truths: Chlorine, pH & CYA with Eric Knight

Most pool pros have heard it for years: lower the pH to make chlorine stronger. That’s true in non-stabilized water, but once cyanuric acid enters the...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show

In this podcast I cover everything swimming pool care-related from chemistry to automatic cleaners and equipment. I focus on the pool service side of things and also offer tips to homeowners. There are also some great interviews with guests from inside the industry.

on 11/28/2021

I have listened to almost all of David’s podcasts and learned so much. The coaching group is a steal at $10 or $20, which is way below the actual value. This review was not solicited...I am just a listener. Update…David just keeps the hits coming. His dedication to the pool guys and gals is immense.
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on 9/5/2021

David does a great job of getting the info out and helping pool people grow!
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on 1/13/2021

This podcast, the author’s website, and troublefreepool have been the only sources I have needed to learn how to manage my pool. The new series on pool chemistry with Bob Lowry is invaluable! Thanks, David, for all you do!
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