Everyone talks about aiming for that perfect 7.4 pH—but what if a pH of 8.0 isn’t actually too high? In this episode, I break down how LSI (Langelier ...

In this episode, I'm diving into the world of pool surface types—plaster, pebble, quartz, fiberglass, and vinyl. I break down the real-world pros and ...

In this episode, I’m tackling very low pH in swimming pools—what causes it, how it affects your swimmers, pool surfaces, and equipment, and most impor...

In this episode, I’m excited to introduce the 2nd Generation Primate Pool Tools carbon fiber poles. I’ll walk you through what’s new, what’s been impr...

Today I’m putting two heavyweights head-to-head: Calcium Hypochlorite vs. Liquid Chlorine. Both can sanitize your pool, but their differences might su...

In this episode, I’m diving into the age-old battle of Liquid Chlorine vs. Trichlor tablets. I’ll break down the pros and cons of each, what they add ...

If you’re just starting out on your pool route—or even just curious what it takes to clean a pool right—this episode is for you. I break down the basi...

Let’s be honest—some of the equipment we run into on route looks like it’s been holding on since the '80s. In this episode, I’m talking all about unde...

In this episode, I dive into the surprising downsides of Cal Hypo tablets—a pool chemical that seems like a powerhouse at first glance, but can quietl...

Let’s get honest—are commercial pool accounts really worth the effort? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on commercial service from a smal...

In this episode, I'm cracking open one of the most iconic tools in the pool service world—the Intermatic mechanical timer. Whether you’re staring at a...

Ever wonder whether adding borates at 50 ppm is really better than using a mineral system or an algaecide for algae prevention? I asked Bob Lowry—and...