Thursday, June 12, 2025The Rookie Look: Pool Pro Mistakes, Pt. 2
In Part 2 of our “Pool Pro Mistakes” series, we shift from physical blunders to professional polish. We’re talking poor communication, sloppy appearan...
Wednesday, June 11, 2025Deck Stains, Pool Dunks, and Rookie Moves Part 1
Every pool tech has a story — and some are better left untold. In Part 1 of our “Pool Pro Mistakes” series, we dive into the early-career missteps tha...
Tuesday, June 10, 2025Starting Strong: Onboarding New Pool Clients Right
Taking over pool service after a home changes hands isn’t just business as usual—it’s a fresh start with a brand-new client who likely has no idea wha...
Monday, June 9, 2025Don’t Lose the Pool with the House
When one of my service properties changes hands, I don’t just watch the truck roll out—I see an opportunity roll in. In this episode, I talk about how...
Friday, June 6, 2025Late Checks & Low Patience: Poolside People Problems
Every pool pro has them — the late payers, the chronic complainers, the ones who “know a guy” who’ll do it cheaper. In this episode, we dive into the ...
Thursday, June 5, 2025Kreeped Out: Saying Goodbye to a Pool Icon
Dive into the surprising tale of the Pentair Kreepy Krauly — the iconic pool cleaner that defined backyard maintenance for decades. In this episode, w...
Wednesday, June 4, 2025Silver Linings & Other Algae Killers
Algae doesn’t stand a chance when you bring out the silver, polymers, and even ammonia-based reinforcements. In this episode, I take a closer look at ...
Tuesday, June 3, 2025Going for the Copper: Algae Control That Shines
If bromide's out, copper is definitely in. I’ll walk you through the copper-based lineup—from traditional copper algaecides to the PoolRx mineral syst...
Monday, June 2, 2025Breaking Up with Bromide: Smarter Algae Prevention
Sodium bromide may be off the market for outdoor pool use, but that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck. In this episode, I dive into two powerful allies ...
Friday, May 30, 2025Ugly Pools, Part 2: When It’s Not the Water—It’s the Run Time
We’re continuing the ugly pool conversation with some of the most overlooked issues: short pump run times, timers being shut off by customers, and hig...
Thursday, May 29, 2025Ugly Pools, Part 1: The Ones That Just Won’t Turn Around
In this episode, I’m breaking down those stubborn, frustrating pools that refuse to clear up—no matter how much chlorine you throw at them. We’ll look...
Wednesday, May 28, 2025The Service Secret Sauce: What Pool Owners Expect and Respect Part 2 of 2
Part 2 of our SKIMMER 2025 Pool Owner Report breakdown explores the key to standing out in a competitive market: exceptional service. We’ll cover the ...
