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
Answering Your Pool Business Questions
I get a lot of business and pool care questions each day from my coaching group. Here are a few of the recent ones that you may find helpful.
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What Features Make a Great VS Pump?
With so many VS pumps on the market today, what features are really important, and which VS pump is my best choice?
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Answering Your YouTube Questions Volume 5
I answer your YouTube questions here such as designing a cleaner that doesn’t get stuck on the main drain. My problem with it is my pool is 5,000 gallons. I put a pool rx in last year a…
Is It Time to Upgrade Your Pool Filter?
What are some of the reasons to upgrade your pool filter? When should you upgrade and how long can a pool filter last? I answer these in more for you.
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Time to Upgrade to a Saltwater System?
Upgrading your pool to a saltwater system can make a big difference in your pool care. There are expenses associated with going to a saltwater system and some other factors to consider.…
Pool Pro are you Ready to Invest in Real Estate?
Everyone says one day they will invest in real estate. But that day turns into months and then years. You may never get started and why not? I go over some deciding factors for you and …
Different Methods to Vacuum a Pool to “Waste”
Vacuuming a pool to waste can be done with several methods including from the pool equipment itself if there is a Multi-port valve. I go over these methods for you here.
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Answering Your YouTube Comments & Questions Volume 4
I answer your weekly YouTube questions here including, will an acid wash remove rust stains? Hayward canister O-Ring trick, Upgrading to an SWG and more!
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Cordless or Corded Robotic Cleaner, That is the Question
With some very good cordless robotic cleaners hitting the market, Polaris Freedom, Dolphin Liberty, and Aiper Seagull Pro is now the time to upgrade to a cordless robotic pool cleaner?
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Prevent Algae in a Swimming Pool
Algae is one of the biggest issues you will face with your pool or out on your pool route. It can be hard to get rid of once you get it so it is better to prevent it if you can. I go ov…
How Not to Get Bad Reviews
A bad review can stick with you for a long time on Yelp!, Google, or other sites. I go over ways to avoid getting a bad review and the proper way to drop a service account you no longer…
Test Strip VS… How Test Strips Compare to Other Testing Methods
Test strips have gotten better over the years and it may be unfair to compare them to other pool and spa water testing methods. But I give it my best shot in today’s podcast.
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Answering Your YouTube comments & Questions Volume 3
Today I cover a wide range of topics including how to vacuum to waste at a pool with a DE filter that has a push/pull piston backwash valve, in-line canister issues, and whether should …
Some Tips to Prevent Burnout in Your Pool Service Business
Burnout is part of every business and there are some things that can lead to burnout and many things you can do to prevent burnout as well. I go over both for you here and hopefully, yo…
Cloudy Pool Water Causes and Cures
There are only a few main reasons why your pool may become cloudy. I go over some of the most common and some odd reasons why your pool may be cloudy. Hopefully one of these reasons and…
Spotlight on Dichlor the Lesser Known Chlorine Type
Dichlor is the lesser-known of the big four chlorine types. I go over some reasons you may want to use Dichlor and I think it is a specific use type of chlorine.
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Spotlight on Trichlor & Tips on Using it as Your Primary Sanitizer
Trichlor is one of the big four chlorine choices and is often used as a primary sanitizer in a pool. I go over how to use Trichlor properly and ways to regulate higher CYA in your pool …
Answering Your YouTube Comments Volume 2
In this episode, I tackle the choice between the Polaris Atlas XT and Polaris 360, How to add salt to your pool properly, and how to adjust and set your salt output.
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How Leslie’s Wholesale Can Partner With Your Pool Service with Chad Christensen
Opening a Leslie’s Wholesale account is smart and easy. There are two levels available and both can help you grow your business with over 1,000 locations the convenience alone is enough…
Jandy SpeedSet Controller – Easy VS Pump Control with Steve Jones of Fluidra
The Jandy speedSet controller is their replacement for the JEP-R and it is a real winner. I sat down with Steve Jones of Fluidra and we went over some of the great features of this con…