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
- 1749
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Brush, Net, Repeat: The Essentials You Can’t Skip
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 basic tools I’d never leave home withou…
The Little Pump That Couldn’t
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 In this episode, I’m talking all about undersized and outdated pool equipment—…
Cal Hypo Caution: Tablets With a Twist
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 quietly cause some big headaches. I’ll wa…
Why I Walked Away from Commercial Service
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 small business perspective. I’ll talk a…
It’s About Time: Mastering Intermatic Timers
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 stuck dial, trippers that won’t tr…
Bob Lowry’s Battle of the Algaecides
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 his answer was clear, science-base…
Start-Up Screwups with Bob Lowry
In this follow-up chat with Bob Lowry, we shift gears from methods to mistakes. From plaster damage and scaling to cloudy water and chlorine crashes, Bob walks me through the most commo…
Bob's Blueprint for New Pool Startups
In part one of our deep dive, Bob Lowry shares the latest techniques for starting up new plaster pools. From traditional approaches to cutting-edge best practices, we break down how to …
Bob Lowry’s Chlorine Smackdown
In this Best of Bob Lowry, I sat down with the legendary Bob Lowry to uncover the truth behind which chlorine type packs the biggest punch. Spoiler alert: it’s not what most pool pros t…
Flakes, Fails & Frustration: Real Salt System Issues
Saltwater pools may sound like the low-maintenance dream, but in this episode, I talk about the real-world problems I see every week with saltwater chlorine generators (SWGs). From cust…
Summer Savior: Terry Arko Talks Borates
Tired of chasing pH, battling algae, and burning through chlorine in the summer? In this episode, I talk with Terry Arko of HASA about one of the most underused tools in pool water chem…
Skynet for Pool Pros? Not Quite—AI Explained
I had the chance to talk with Terry Arko of HASA about a topic that’s creeping into every industry—including ours: Artificial Intelligence. From automation to route optimization, AI is …
Water Wars: The Real Story About Pools and Drought with Terry Arko
In this episode, I sit down with Terry Arko from HASA to talk about the hot topic on everyone’s mind—droughts and water usage. Are pools really water wasters? Terry breaks down the real…
YouTube Q&A Volume #23 – Sunken Treasure, Boric Acid & PoolRx & More
In this episode, I’m answering your YouTube questions! From the popular Sunken Treasure Tablet Holder to how and why I add boric acid to pools, and even a few clarifications around Pool…
Shock Therapy: When Your Pool Actually Needs It
Is shocking your pool every week really necessary—or just chlorine overkill? In this episode, I break down when you actually need to shock your pool, how to tell if it’s time, and why d…
The Gross Truth: Scum and Foam Demystified
Ever walked up to a pool or spa and thought, “What is that gross film on the water—and why is it foaming like a bubble bath?” In this episode, I’m diving into the sticky truth behind sc…
Safety First (No, Really): Pool Pro Essentials
Let’s be honest—how many of us actually wear all the safety gear we should out on the pool route? In this episode, I’m opening up about the safety tools I used to ignore, the gear I swe…
One Rule for the Route: A Cleaner in Every Pool
What if every pool you service had an automatic cleaner? In this episode, we dive into the game-changing benefits of installing a cleaner in every pool on your route. From shaving hours…
The Dirty Truth: Pool Accounts That Aren’t Worth It
Every pool tech has that account—the one with vicious dogs, unpaid invoices, or a swamp of leaves bigger than your net. In this episode, we dive into the red flags that signal it's time…
Clean Sweep: Vacuum Strategies That Actually Work
Vacuuming: love it, hate it, or charge extra for it—every pool pro has a take. In this episode, we’re breaking down your vacuuming options on route: when to vacuum manually, when to use…