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
- 1755
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Pool Pro Roundtable: Tips on Being Successful In the Industry and Customer Relations
This is something new that I thought I would try. The recording is longer than usual because I think the content is really applicable for those who are starting out and anyone who wants…
Saltwater Generators Pros and Cons with Chemistry Expert Bob Lowry
Saltwater pools are becoming more and more popular every year. I talk in-depth with Bob Lowry about all aspects of a saltwater pool. Tune in to learn all about saltwater generators and …
Non-Chlorine Shock and Shocking a Pool with Chemistry Expert Bob Lowry
Is non-chlorine shock needed? Is even shocking a pool each week in the Summer necessary? I go over these two points with Bob Lowry in today’s podcast. You may be surprised by his answer…
The Different Chorine Types With Chemistry Expert Bob Lowry
There are four main chlorine products on the market today. You have liquid chlorine, Cal-Hypo, Tri-Chlor, and Dichlor. I go over the pros and cons of each of these sanitizers with Bob L…
Raising and Lowering the pH in a Pool With Chemistry Expert Bob Lowry
It is pretty common knowledge that you lower pH with Acid, Muriatic Acid being the industry standard. But what is the best way to raise pH in a pool? Bob Lowry goes over some of the bes…
pH and Why it is So Important in Balancing a Pool With Chemistry Expert Bob Lowry
Why is it so important to measure the pool’s pH each week? That is a question often asked and pH is one of the big three measurements that can affect the water quality and surface of th…
Tips on Setting Your Repair and Install Rates
I am often asked how much do I charge for a filter install? Or a pump install? The rates are of course region-dependent and I go over some ways to set your rates so that you are not los…
Lease or Buy a Truck, Which is Better?
I recently did a podcast on compact and full-size trucks and I thought this would be a good follow-up. Leasing a truck can look very appealing but it is really better than buying one? I…
$1,000 Pool Test Kit – Is it Worth it?
The LaMotte Water Link Spin Touch is the test kit of test kits. But the price tag is close to $1,000 and the question begs to be asked. Is a $1,000 test kit worth the price? I go over t…
Woman In the Pool Industry with Kelli Carrillo
In part two of my talk with Kelli Carrillo who spent some time talking about IPPSA on the previous podcast, we discuss being a pool gal in this male dominated industry. Kelli talks abou…
All About IPPSA (Independent Pool and Spa Service Association) With Kelli Carrillo
You may hear about IPPSA from other pool pros or from your local supplier but don’t exactly know what IPPSA is or you may have heard some misinformation about IPPSA. For me, it was alwa…
Balancing Your Pool and Tips on When to Drain with Joe Laurino of CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer
I sat down with Joe Laurino who is the CEO and President of Periodic Products which is the parent company of the CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer products and we recor…
Fill Water Issues with Joe Laurino of CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer
I sat down with Joe Laurino who is the CEO and President of Periodic Products which is the parent company of the CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer products and we recor…
Tips for Pool Pros on Metal Staining with Joe Laurino of CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer
I sat down with Joe Laurino who is the CEO and President of Periodic Products which is the parent company of the CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer products and we recor…
Tinted Pool Water Solutions with Joe Laurino of CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer
I sat down with Joe Laurino who is the CEO and President of Periodic Products which is the parent company of the CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer products and we recor…
Metal Staining 101 with Joe Laurino of CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer
I sat down with Joe Laurino who is the CEO and President of Periodic Products which is the parent company of the CuLator Metal Stain Eliminator and Stain Preventer products and we recor…
Best Way to Approach a Customer About Changing Their Filter Elements
Selling products to customers takes a bit of strategy sometimes. I think when it comes to selling your clients on new D.E. grids or a set of new cartridges for their cartridge filter, t…
Set a Mental Timer on Your Pool Route
I don’t mean that you should set a stopwatch and try to finish a pool in a set amount of time. Rather there are things that take up your time on your pool route that you need to be awar…
Cal Hypo Tablets in Place of Tri-Chlor Tablets? The Pros and Cons
Cal Hypo tablets have been on the market for several years now. One clear benefit is that they do not contain any Cyanuric Acid. But there are some other things to be aware of when you …
Compact or a Full-Size Truck for Your Pool Service Company?
I have had many trucks over the years and when asked which truck size do I prefer I come down on the smaller compact truck size. Not for gas milage per say but there are a number of rea…