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
What to Expect with Your Pool After A Big Rainstorm
After a heavy rain event, your pool may be negatively affected in many ways. The water level may be coming over the pool coping and flooding your yard. The water may appear to be cloudy…
The Bottom Feeder Vacuum System Portability Kit
The Bottom Feeder Professional Cordless Vacuum System is a great system that is truly underrated. Now that it comes with a pole adapter where the battery can sit on to make connecting i…
How Much Time Should I Be Spending at Each Pool?
This is, of course, a regional question and you will be spending less time at a screened-in pool in Florida than in a Texas-size 40,000 service account. But there are some general guide…
Buying a Pool Route Part 4: Making Changes to Your New Route
Many pool brokers will place a limit on the time period where you can make changes to your newly purchased pool route. Typically the probation period is anywhere from 3 to 6 months. Thi…
Tips on Upgrading your Swimming Pool Filter
If your pool filter has reached the end of its lifespan or if you just want to upgrade to a larger filter, here are some practical tips for you. I also go over the sizing from one type …
Christmas Time Tips for your Pool Route
Christmas and the Holidays are a great time of the year to connect with your customers and also to thank them for allowing you to service their pool and spa over the year. I offer some …
How to Avoid False Readings with Your Test Kit
Getting the correct test factors for your pool and spa takes some skill and there are also variables that can cause you to get the wrong test results. I cover some common testing errors…
My Pool Heater is Not Turning On?
There are a few things that are very common with most heaters them not to turn on. Usually, there is an ERR code displayed on the panel but not always. It is also common for the heater …
Buying a Pool Route Part 3: What to do About Those Bad Pools
If you are purchasing a pool route there may be some pools included in the purchase that are suspect. In other words, the pools themselves may have really old and poorly running equipme…
Winter Time Common Pool Care Errors and Mistakes
It is easy to overlook your pool care in the Winter months in those regions where we leave our pools open all season long. Here are some common mistakes that you can make with your pool…
Pool Filter Size Comparisons Between Sand, D.E. and Cartridge
Since all three filters are different in just about every way, it is hard to get a good gauge of size when you are swapping out a Sand Filter for a D.E. filter. Or a D.E. Filter with a …
Cleaning a D.E. Filter is Sure Messy!
If you haven’t cleaned a D.E. Filter before, prepare yourself for a real mess. There is just no sure-fire way to clean a D.E Filter without making some type of mess. In this podcast, I …
Changing the Billing for Customers and Vacation Time: Pool Business Talk 101 (Part 4 of 4)
Here is part 4 of the series the Swimming Pool Service business with Michael Setterington of The Blue Pools, LLC (thebluepools.net). We wrap things up and I go over how to pass new char…
Best Way to Charge for Chemicals and Repairs: Pool Business Talk 101 (Part 3 of 4)
Here is part 3 of the series the Swimming Pool Service business with Michael Setterington of The Blue Pools, LLC (thebluepools.net). We talk about which chemicals the customer should be…
Portable Filtration System VS a Pool Vacuum System
There is a difference between the usage of a Portable Filtration System and a Pool Vacuum System. One is designed more for regular leaf debris and dirt while the other one is designed m…
Should I Hire an Employee?: Pool Business Talk 101 (Part 2 of 4)
Here is part 2 of a series focused on the Swimming Pool Service business with Michael Setterington of The Blue Pools, LLC (thebluepools.net). We cover when it makes sense to hire an emp…
Drumming up Business in the Off Season: Pool Business Talk 101 (Part 1 of 4)
I sat down and recorded a series of Podcast focused on the Swimming Pool Service business with Michael Setterington of The Blue Pools, LLC (thebluepools.net). In this first recording we…
Different Ways to Test the Chlorine Level in Your Pool
There are several ways to test your pool or spas Chlorine or Bromine level. I go over using test strips, OTO and DPD and FAS-DPD in this episode. Find out which method is best for your …
Buying A Pool Route Part 2: Gross Sales and Profits
When you purchase a pool route there is potential to make instant income but does that mean you are actually making a profit. In this podcast, I explain the difference and go over some …
Should I Upgrade my Pool to a Salt Water Pool?
Everyone talks about the benefits of a Salt Water Pool, a Salt Water Generator known also as a Sal System. But should you upgrade your pool to make it a salt pool? I go over some reason…