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.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 1754
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Tips on Vacuuming an Attached Spa
There are many options for vacuuming an attached spa on your pool route. I go over most of them for you here so you can make an educated choice.
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Bad Luck Days Out on Your Pool Route
Since this is Episode 1313 I thought I would go over some bad luck happenings out on your pool route for you. I’ve experienced most of these myself, so tune in for a fun-filled bad luc…
Polaris Atlas & Maxx Cleaner VS Hayward Pool Cleaner
Is the New Polaris Maxx or Polaris Atlas better than the usual go-to cleaner, the Hatward PoolCleaner. Also known as the Aquanaut and Pheonix. Let’s find out.
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Cold Weather Tips to Get Through Your Pool Route
Cold weather is just part of year-round pool service. But there are some tried and true tricks to stay warm and cozy out on those freezing mornings.
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Easy VS Pool Pump Upgrade
It can be overwhelming when you think about upgrading your swimming pool pump to a Variable Speed Pump. But it is relatively easy if you follow the method outlined here.
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Best of with Bob Lowry on Tri Chlor Being the Strongest Chlorine
In this Best of the Pool Guy Podcast Show, I talk to Bob Lowry about why some people think Tri Chlor is the most vital chlorine type.
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Best of with Scott Petty of Hayward on DEO Pump Rules
I talked at length with Scott Petty of Hayward on the Department of Energy’s rules on Variable and Single Speed Pumps.
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Best of with Harold Evan’s of Orenda on the LIS Index
I sat down with Harold Evans of Orenda, and we discussed why the LSI index is vital to swimming pool water balance.
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Best of with Terry Arko of HASA on Sanitizers
I sit down with Terry Arko and we discuss what actually is a sanitizer. We talk about each chlorine type and why a specific sanitizer level in a swimming pool is important.
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Best of with Scott Roberts of NPRS on Employees
I sit down with Scott Roberts of National Pool Route Sales, and we discuss getting an employee and ways to find and retain an employee.
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2023 Pool Season In Review
What were some of the surprises of the 2023 pool season, and what where some of the things that remained the same? I go over the 2023 season in review for you.
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Big Swimming pool Care and Bidding Tips
There is a difference when you are maintaining a big swimming pool over an average or small size pool. I go over some of the differences for you and how to effectively bid large pools.
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Pool Child Safety Tips for You and Your Pool Service Customers
Pool safety should be paramount if you service pools with small children. You can discuss various layers of safety with your customers to help prevent drowning.
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Collections and Lawsuits 101 on Your Pool Service Route
How do you collect money owed you to a customer? What if a customer threatens a lawsuit against you? I go over both ends of this discussion for you.
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Keys to Success and They Be Not What You Are Thinking
What were some of the keys to success in a pool service business? I go over what has worked for me for the past 35-plus years of running a pool service company.
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Common Underbidding Mistakes to Avoid in Your Pool Service
Underbidding is something that we all do from time to time. It can really hurt your bottom line and over time, cost you thousands of dollars of uncaptured profits.
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Jandy SpeedSet Best Stand-Alone Controller of 2023
The Jandy SpeedSet Controller is a direct replacement for the JEP-R controller which Jandy is fazing out. There are many features that make this the best variable speed pump controller …
Pro Series Boric Acid Product Review
Boric acid has been used for years to bring a pool’s borate level to 30-50 ppm, but this is the first time a major company has packaged and sold a borate product. I talk about the bene…
Polaris FREEDOM and Dolphin LIBERTY Cordless Robotic Cleaners Review
Which is better, the Polaris FREEDOM or Dolphin Liberty 200 and 300 cordless robotic pool cleaners? I go over some features of all three of these for you so that you can judge for yours…
What Makes a Pool Product Good?
After testing and using products in the pool industry for over 30 years I think I can safely say that I know a good pool product when I see one. So, in my opinion, what makes a pool pro…