Send us a text I continue the series with Harold Evens of Orenda Technologies and in this podcast, we go over how the use of enzymes can enhance your chlorine and make your filtration system more efficient. If you have never used enzymes in your pool and don’t know much about them, this podcast will give you all the information you need on using Enzymes in a pool. We also touch a little on Clarifiers at the end of the recording. Orenda Technologies Water Quality Issues Series Part 1 of 6: Virtua...
Mar 25, 2020•17 min•Season 4Ep. 327
Send us a text Phosphates are a much talked about subject in the industry and in this podcast I continue the series on water quality issues with Harold Evans of Orenda Technologies and we discuss phosphates and phosphate removers in detail in this episode. Listen to learn why phosphates are becoming more and more an issue and how they create water quality issues for your pool. Orenda Technologies Water Quality Issues Series Part 1 of 6: Virtual Classroom and App (Episode 325): https://www.buzzsp...
Mar 24, 2020•18 min•Season 4Ep. 326
Send us a text I spent some time recording this podcast series with Harold Evens of Orenda Technologies and I think you will find it one of the most comprehensive discussions on water quality issues for your swimming pool. In this first part, I go over what Orenda does and we touch on some of the products that Orenda makes to help both the pool pro and homeowner enhance their pool care. Listen to part one to learn what Orenda Technologies is actively doing to educate both the pool pro and consum...
Mar 23, 2020•28 min•Season 4Ep. 325
Send us a text I can’t tell you how many people email me with photos of their valves and ask me what this valve does or that valve does. Typically you will have Jandy Valves before your pump and in the return line and if you have an attached spa this makes it even more confusing. I go over the ins and out of pool valves in this podcast for you. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services to mak...
Mar 20, 2020•16 min•Season 4Ep. 324
Send us a text You can run into poor water quality issues because of both low and high Conditioner (Cyanuric Acid) levels in your pool. If there is too little Stabilizer (CYA) in your pool this will cause the chlorine to burn off quickly. If there is too much CYA in your pool this will cause the chlorine to be less effective. Learn what is the best CYA level for your pool and ways to correct both low and high CYA levels. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade profession...
Mar 19, 2020•12 min•Season 4Ep. 323
Send us a text One thing that can eat up a lot of time when you are new is when you run into a problem at an account. This will lead to much frustration and consume your time and energy. But it doesn’t have to be this way and I give you some tips on how to deal with a problem on your pool route. Learn how to avoid this typical rookie mistake in this podcast. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and s...
Mar 18, 2020•16 min•Season 4Ep. 322
Send us a text In this podcast I go over the pros and cons of using either the Granular Conditioner or the Liquid Pool Conditioner to add Cyanuric Acid to your pool. The Granular Conditioner is of course less expensive but it involves more of a process. The Liquid Conditioner while expensive is easy and safe to use. After listening to this you will have a better idea of which one is right for you. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner sinc...
Mar 17, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 321
Send us a text I recently did a sanitizer survey on my YouTube Channel and the results were very surprising. In fact, liquid chlorine came out on top by a slight margin over the 3” Tri-Chlor Tablets. So, which is the best way to sanitize your swimming pool? I go over the pros and cons of each product in this podcast so that you can make an educated decision for yourself. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality p...
Mar 16, 2020•26 min•Season 4Ep. 320
Send us a text If you struggle with your pool each season, the answer could be a very simple one. Your pool filter is too small, not running correctly or a combination of both. Replacing your pool filter with a larger one will be a game-changer for your pool. Yes, it is a major expense, but in reality, you are spending a lot more on chemicals to keep the pool looking passable and you are wasting time and energy on treating algae each week. Listen to learn why replacing your undersized or old poo...
Mar 13, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 319
Send us a text There are many uses for a portable clean up pump and you can build one yourself for about $300. You can also get a completely portable system with a pump and filter on a cart and I go over building one yourself and the ones you can purchase. There is a use for both also and depending on your need you may want to purchase a complete portable filtration system. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing qualit...
Mar 12, 2020•14 min•Season 4Ep. 318
Send us a text If you plan on cleaning your own pool, I go over the basic cleaning equipment you will need to clean your swimming pool each week. You don’t need a lot of equipment actually and you can get everything you need for around $150 or if you go for the premium equipment around $250. Listen to learn what you will need for cleaning your own pool. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and servic...
Mar 11, 2020•16 min•Season 4Ep. 317
Send us a text Having gone through one of the most serious Recessions in 2008 and making it through it intact, I can shed some light on how the current economic client will affect your pool service business. In this podcast, I go over some of the things that happened in 2008 and how to prepare for them today. If the economy does turn south it will have some impact on your service business. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, ...
Mar 10, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 316
Send us a text Now that the weather is warming up it is time to get ready for another swim season. If you are new to owning a pool, there are a few things to get set up so that you can have a fun-filled and worry-free swim season. It all starts at the beginning of the season when you first open up your pool or get it ready for the season. Listen as I go over some of the basics to start the season. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner sinc...
Mar 09, 2020•26 min•Season 4Ep. 315
Send us a text Leslie’s Pool Supply has a growing Wholesale Division and if you have a pool service company you can easily open a Wholesale Account at any of their retail locations. They are making a real push into the Wholesale market this year and their pricing is pretty competitive. They don’t stock as many products as PoolCorp but they are open later every day and they are of course open on Saturday & Sunday. Plus, if you have $1 million of Liability Insurance they will refer you to cust...
Mar 06, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 314
Send us a text One of the most overlooked products in the Industry is the Water Tech Battery Operated Cleaners. They may look and sound like toys, but they work very well. With the upgrades like lithium-ion batteries and many of the units being completely water sealed, if you were on the fence about purchasing one, now is the time. I go over the different models available for you in this podcast. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since...
Mar 05, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 313
Send us a text This is a fun podcast where I go over some of the questions submitted by my group members regarding some of the odd issues that can come about while using the Taylor test kits and the reagents. We cover somethings that you may encounter out in the field yourself and Wayne shows his deep knowledge of the Taylor test kits and offers some great troubleshooting tips. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing qu...
Mar 04, 2020•21 min•Season 4Ep. 312
Send us a text I continue my 3 part interview with Wayne Ivusich of Taylor Technology and we go acceptable free chlorine levels, phosphates, nitrates, and the new NSF approved Taylor K2000 Series test kits. Wayne explains the ideal chlorine level for a pool and we also touch on the effects of Phosphates and Nitrates in your pool water. We also discuss what it means for Taylor to have their test kits NSF certified. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals tru...
Mar 03, 2020•19 min•Season 4Ep. 311
Send us a text In this interview with Wayne Ivusich of Taylor Technology, we tackle some of the tougher chemistry issues you may face with your pool including high Cyanuric Acid Levels (CYA), Phosphates and Nitrates, Adjusted Alkalinity and why you should calculate the LSI of your pool water on a regular basis. This is part 1 of a 3 part series and you will find a lot of great information in each of these podcasts that I recorded with Wayne Ivusich of Taylor Technologies. Leslie’s Pool Supplies ...
Mar 02, 2020•27 min•Season 4Ep. 310
Send us a text Variable Speed pumps have a huge upside in energy efficiency and of course, they can save your customer a ton of money each year on energy cost because of that. But how do you approach your customers and overcome the high price point of having a VS pump installed? I give you some solid sales techniques that I use when I am selling a customer on a VS pump. Listen and start selling! Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since ...
Feb 28, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 309
Send us a text The last thing anyone wants is to be sued for any type of liability. When you are learning the business and starting out, you may not know what to look for as far as things you could be liable for. Even if you have been doing pool service for quite some time you should always be focused on liability. I cover some of the more common things around a pool that could lead to liability on your part. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted ...
Feb 27, 2020•16 min•Season 4Ep. 308
Send us a text The title hopefully does not imply that the Taylor Test Kits were not accurate or good for Commercial pool use before the NSF Certification. Taylor decided that they needed to make their test kits official in a way and now they are with the new NSF certification. The reagent test for Free/Total Chlorine and CYA is now independently verified as being accurate. Again, not that they were inaccurate but now, of course, they are verified as accurate. Listen as I go over the NSF Certifi...
Feb 26, 2020•14 min•Season 4Ep. 307
Send us a text If you notice that the gauge on top of your filter is showing really low filter PSI it could be a number of reasons ranging from air getting into the system to a clogged impeller in the pump. I go over some of the typical reasons for low pool filter PSI and off some solutions for you. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services to make pool care easy and solutions and expertise t...
Feb 25, 2020•16 min•Season 4Ep. 306
Send us a text A common issue that you will run into at one time or another is a very high pool filter PSI. The gauge on top of your pool filter is designed to indicate the pressure inside of the filter. The higher the PSI goes, the less effective it will be your pool's circulation. There are a number of causes for high filter PSI and I will cover these here and offer you solutions for all three pool filter types. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals tru...
Feb 24, 2020•24 min•Season 4Ep. 305
Send us a text When you are starting out or adding new services to your pool service, it can be hard to know what to charge for services. How much do you charge for a Green Pool Clean-up? Or for an Acid Wash? This is somewhat area specific but I will break it down for you so that you are not losing money and working essentially for free. Underbidding is a surefire way to go out of business and in this podcast, I will help you from making some costly mistakes. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-i...
Feb 21, 2020•14 min•Season 4Ep. 304
Send us a text Often times it can be unclear on what to charge the customer for outside of the monthly service charge. Do you charge for salt cell cleaning? Or 3” Tri-Chlor Tablets? I go over some of the things you should be charging for on your pool route and give you some pricing examples in this podcast. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products and services to make pool care easy and solutions and exp...
Feb 20, 2020•15 min•Season 3Ep. 303
Send us a text Whether you are just starting out or have been cleaning pools for some time, we are always looking for ways to speed up our day on our pool routes. Some things will slow us down and every few minutes you add at one-stop makes your day that much longer. In this podcast, I offer some tips on how to speed up your day out there without cutting corners. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-it-yourselfers and pool trade professionals trusted partner since 1963, providing quality products ...
Feb 19, 2020•15 min•Season 4Ep. 302
Send us a text With the new laws in California and other states soon to follow, a Variable Speed Pump may be your only option when you go to upgrade your existing pool pump. There are many different models on the market today and the big three manufacturers all make several models. There are also what are considered off-brand or generic models and the Waterway Power Defender is one of the best in this category. Listen to learn about some of the great features of this VS Pump. Leslie’s Pool Suppl...
Feb 18, 2020•16 min•Season 4Ep. 301
Send us a text Cloudy pool water is caused by just a handful of things and I go down the list in the first half of the podcast. I then go over the steps to clear up a cloudy pool and sometimes it takes some work to turn a cloudy pool around. This is also episode 300 and I want to thank all of the listeners here and on YouTube for listening each day. The podcast is in the top 20% of the podcast with over 200,000 downloads to date and over 130,000 YouTube Views! Leslie’s Pool Supplies has been do-...
Feb 17, 2020•23 min•Season 4Ep. 300
Send us a text The dust from D.E. - Diatomaceous Earth is a known health hazard and is classified as an Industrial Carcinogen. It is the Silica in the powder that is the hazard, and even though it is just in a trace amount of less than 15 it is a hazard in dust form. There are tow good products on the market today that will prevent you from breathing the dust, one is EP Mineral Cela Pool and the other is called Aqua-Cel. I unpack both of these in this podcast episode. Leslie’s Pool Supplies has ...
Feb 14, 2020•13 min•Season 4Ep. 299
Send us a text In this last part of the four-part series on PoolRx Fred Schweer the VP of Sales at PoolRx goes over the dosage size of the different PoolRx units as well as some cautions and troubleshooting. After listening to all four episodes in this series you will have a firm grasp about the product and why you should be using it on your pool route. Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/2653264-poolrx-faq-with-fred-schweer-vp-of-sales-at-poolrx-part-1-of-4 Part 2: https://www.buzzsprout....
Feb 13, 2020•18 min•Season 4Ep. 298
