Send us a text The Hayward Navigator (Pool Vac) is the top-selling suction side cleaner on the market today. It is not a bad cleaner and it will leave your pool spotless every day but it does have some drawbacks. I find that you either love it or hat it and I will go over some of the finer points here. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one...
Oct 09, 2019•14 min•Season 3Ep. 207
Send us a text In this podcast, I touch on one customer personality type. The one where every little thing is an emergency with their pool. If you do pool service long enough you will land one of these types and I give you some tips on dealing with them in this podcast. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/...
Oct 08, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 206
Send us a text In this podcast I go over some of the ways to rid your pool of ducks, raccoons and rodents. One of the problems you will run into as a pool owner is critters using your swimming pool. Listen in for some tips on how do deal with critters in your pool. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOp...
Oct 07, 2019•23 min•Season 3Ep. 205
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over why I think it is essential to use a canister when you are manually vacuuming a swimming pool. I go over the cons of not using one and highlight the features of the two best leaf canisters for pool service use. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopool...
Oct 04, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 204
Send us a text This is a very common thing with the wide variety of equipment now for sale on the internet. What do you do when a customer purchases a pump online or other equipment and asks you to install it for them. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners...
Oct 03, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 203
Send us a text In this podcast, I compare the Zodiac Ranger with the Zodiac G3 and let you know which one I prefer. They are both a great choice for a suction side cleaner and the bouncing type cleaner are highly underrated. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool ...
Oct 02, 2019•13 min•Season 3Ep. 202
Send us a text Photometers are a great way to get your test factors in your pool or spa. The actual photometer testing unit is more expensive than a reagent test kit, but what is the real cost of using a photometer for your water testing. You may be surprised. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools ...
Oct 01, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 201
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over some reasons why your salt water generator is not making chlorine. There are a number of reasons for this and I will list them here for you in the order that I check when I run into this issue. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been he...
Sep 30, 2019•27 min•Season 3Ep. 200
Send us a text In this podcast, I will go over one of the red flags that the new account you just picked up may not be as great as it seems. If the other pool guy stopped service, disappeared or went MIA there may be a very good reason for this. Listen to find out more. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/...
Sep 27, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 199
Send us a text In this podcast, I explain why it might be logical to just install a new VS Pump when a part on an older one breaks down. In some cases, if you add up the cost of the replacement part it is wiser to just install a new pump instead. Strange but true. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpo...
Sep 26, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 198
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over when I think it is better to replace both the pump and motor vs just the pool motor. There are some rules of thumb as to when to replace just the bad motor or when it is better to replace both the pump and motor known in the industry as replacing the pool pump. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one...
Sep 25, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 197
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over the differences of the Kreepy Krauly Kruiser and the standard Kreepy Krauly Standard or Classic, the old familiar model. I will compare these two cleaners and let you know which one of these two that I like best. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopo...
Sep 24, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 196
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over some things to consider when you are planning on upgrading your pool equipment. What piece of equipment is the most important to upgrade and why? I will go over this and more in this podcast. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been help...
Sep 23, 2019•28 min•Season 3Ep. 195
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over some tips on protecting yourself while you are working out in the field doing Swimming Pool Service. I am a bit older than when I first started and there are some things you can do to prevent injury and strains. I will cover some of them here for you. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. IN...
Sep 20, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 194
Send us a text In this podcast, I continue my interview with Joe DiAnna the creator of the Primate Pool Poles. We talk in-depth about their latest skimming pole the 2X BETA which is a small 2-piece 6 ft by 11 ft pool. It is small but very versatile. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.c...
Sep 19, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 193
Send us a text The Primate 2X is a 2-piece 8ft by 16 ft pole made out of Carbon Fiber. I interview the owner of Primate Pool Tools Joe DiAnna who is the creator and manufacturer of the pole. Listen to hear all of the great benefits of the P2X Pole. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.co...
Sep 18, 2019•16 min•Season 3Ep. 192
Send us a text In this podcast, I compare the Hayward PoolCleaner to the Zodiac MX8 Elite Suction Side cleaner. Both cleaners are excellent and each has features that you will like. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners find the right pool parts since 2001...
Sep 17, 2019•12 min•Season 3Ep. 191
Send us a text In this podcast, I try to work both sides of the bidding process. On one side are all the things you need to know about bidding for service on the pool company side and then on the other side what to know as the customer. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been h...
Sep 16, 2019•29 min•Season 3Ep. 190
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over using a Leaf Bagger to remove large amounts of leaf debris on the bottom of a pool. If you have a pool with heavy leaf debris this device is for you. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners find the right pool parts ...
Sep 13, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 189
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over what I do on rainy days. I cover the times I will go out and the times I stay home. These are of course guidelines, but you may find them helpful for your pool service business. Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid—all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners ...
Sep 12, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 188
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over what I think is the best swimming pool flow meter on the market today. If you have a VS pump a Flow Meter is the only way to set your pump run time to optimize your energy savings. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool ow...
Sep 11, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 187
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over the best time to take a vacation or a break if you have a pool service route. I go over what I think is the optimal time and also the time of year which is the worst to go on a break. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and the app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool...
Sep 10, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 186
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over some ways to speed up those filter cleanings on your pool route. I offer some helpful tips from what I wear when I clean filters to some great tools like the Multi-Tork Sockets Set that really speed things up. Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com...
Sep 09, 2019•28 min•Season 3Ep. 185
Send us a text In this podcast, I discuss when you should manually vacuum a pool and when you shouldn’t. Sounds simple enough but you can waste a lot of time trying to vacuum a pool when there is too much debris and all you are doing is constantly unclogging your vacuum head. Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASA The Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100 https://bit.ly/THEBOTTOMFEEDER Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days: https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liabili...
Sep 06, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 184
Send us a text In this podcast I go over the “Service Mode” that you see on automated systems. Each of the big three have automated panels with a “Service Mode” button on it. What is “Service Mode” and why do I think you should never use it. Listen to find out. Visit my Sponsors: Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://b...
Sep 05, 2019•11 min•Season 3Ep. 183
Send us a text In this podcast, I talk about the Piranha II Leaf Rake by the Smart Company. This is their newest leaf rake and a real winner in my opinion. Visit my Sponsors: Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners find the right pool parts since 2001. With over...
Sep 04, 2019•9 min•Season 3Ep. 182
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over the Home Warranty Policies. If you have recently purchased a house with a pool the seller may have purchased a 1-year warranty that covers the pool equipment. Here is what you need to know about using your Home Warranty. Visit my Sponsors: Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://...
Sep 03, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 181
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over some of the equipment I am currently using on my pool service truck. I cover the vacuum systems, poles, nets and more! Visit my Sponsors: Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners find the right pool parts since 2001. With...
Sep 02, 2019•27 min•Season 3Ep. 180
Send us a text In this podcast, I share some results in my testing of a pool with a borate level of 40 ppm. I let the chlorine zero out for a week in 90-degree weather. Listen to see how the pool turned out. Visit my Sponsors: Jobber : https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid —all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool ow...
Aug 30, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 179
Send us a text In this podcast, I go over getting your service vehicle wrapped. Does a full ad wrap really pay off? It really depends. Listen to learn more. Visit my Sponsors: Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/pool/ Jobber's field service scheduling software and app is the best way to organize your service business. Quote, schedule, invoice, and get paid—all in one place. INYOPools: http://bit.ly/INYOpools Inyopools.com has been helping pool owners find the right pool parts since 2001. With over ...
Aug 29, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 178
