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
Chemical Safe Handling Tips
We deal with a lot of hazardous chemicals out on out route. Some are toxic, others are explosive. I go over tips on staying safe around different pool chemicals on your route.
Leslie’s…
Nation Wide 1099 Ruling Could Make All Workers Employees
Nation Wide 1099 Ruling Could Make All Workers Employees
We already have it on the books in California and this is something that I thought might go national which is the restriction on …
What is Free Available Chlorine and Ways to Test for It
You have heard the term Free Chlorine, Combined Chlorine, and Total Chlorine? What does each term mean and how do you test for each? I go over the effective testing methods and why your…
Time is Money Out on Your Pool Route
The expression couldn’t be more true today in our industry. With 100% inflation and the cost of everything at a peak, the only way to stay profitable is to utilize your time in the best…
Pool Equipment Inspection Tips
Part of your job is to inspect your customer’s pool equipment. You are looking for two things really. A possible problem and what will need to be upgraded in the near future. I go over …
Honesty is Truly the Best Policy!
Being honest is hard. I will admit it. But being honest at every level of your business will really pay off. I go over some personal examples of when it was tough, to be honest, and som…
LaMotte Tracer Digital PockeTester Line-up
LaMotte makes a number of digital testers and they have revamped their line-up for 2023. They also have a new red hard case that looks great and will keep your digital meter safe and se…
Smart Business Practices for a Down Economy
There is no question now that the economy is heading into a recession, more than likely in the first quarter of 2023. What can you do to set up your business to weather the coming econo…
Test Strips That You Never Knew Existed
There are a variety of common pool water test strips. But there are a bunch that exists and you may not even know that they did, until now. I go over some of the more unknown test strip…
Black Algae Treatment Tips!
Should You Start Doing Commercial Pool Service?
The extra money commercial service accounts can generate make them very attractive. But should you add commercial service accounts, HOA, hotel apartments, and YMCA to your service route…
HOA Pool Bidding Tips and Tricks
The HOA complex pool is probably the best commercial service account you can land. You get paid on time, the residents care about the pool and once you are in you can gwt more HOA accou…
Backwashing a Filter Overview of the Process
Compact or Full Size Truck for Pool Service: Spotlight on the Honda Ridgeline
I’ve had experience with compact as well as full-size service trucks and go over some of the good and bad of each vehicle for you. I highlight the Honda Ridgeline here for you as it is …
Why Pool Service is the Best Profession to Enter
Whether you purchase a pool route, start a route from scratch or work for a pool service company, there are some great benefits of working in this industry. I go over the pros and a cou…
Polaris 360 vs Suction Side Cleaner
In some cases, the Polaris 360 might be a better choice over a suction side cleaner for your pool. I go over some reasons why the Polaris 360 might be the best choice for your pool.
Les…
Pool Pro Ask Yourself, "Is it Worth it?”
Ask yourself the question, “Is it Worth it?” before you take on that account, green pool clean-up or another service. With the high cost of everything out there, time is money and of co…
Small Pool Care Tips
Small pools may seem easy but there are a few things to note and some real cautions when servicing these smaller bodies of water. I go over some chemistry tips as well as some other thi…
Riptide Vacuum System Tips, Tricks and Accessories
The Riptide Vacuum system is one of the premier vacuum systems on the market today. I go over some of the finer points and offer some tips and tricks for you as well as what accessories…
Major Wind Event Pool Pro Tips
We get the Santa Ana winds in my area every October through February and you may also have some wind events in your area during different parts of the year. As a pool pro, you have a lo…