Send us a text Fluidra has finally come out with an updated version of the Zodiac MX8 Elite and they have launched it as the Polaris Atlas XT and Polaris Atlas Cleaner. Learn all about the new upgrades that make this the premiere suction side cleaner on the market today! Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://les...
Mar 09, 2022•21 min•Season 6Ep. 837
Send us a text I offer a level of sponsorship on my website and in my coaching program and in today’s podcast I highlight a few of the companies that will be at the Western Pool and Spa Show that partner with me. Not all of my partners will be there but those that I talk about will stop by and say hello to each of them. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a ...
Mar 08, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 836
Send us a text If you have ever been to a museum and taken an audio tour, this will be something like that. I walk the Western Pool and Spa Show floor plan with you and go over each booth. Come walk the floor with me and learn all about the different vendors that will be there. To see the floorplan as I am talking: https://www.expocadweb.com/22wpss/ec/forms/attendee/index5.aspx#fpPanel Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free ...
Mar 07, 2022•33 min•Season 6Ep. 835
Send us a text There are four major vacuum systems on the market today. You have the Riptide, the Bottom Feeder, The Power Vac, and the Hammer-Head. I compare on contrast each of these systems for you on today’s podcast. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=r...
Mar 04, 2022•21 min•Season 6Ep. 834
Send us a text Parts of Texas and the surrounding states were hit by another Deep Freeze this year. That makes it two years in a row. Harold Evans also owns a service company in Texas and he goes over some steps you can take to protect your equipment in the event of freezing weather. To learn more about Orenda and their training courses: https://www.orendatech.com/ Texas Deep Freeze Redux and Some Tips from Harold Evans of Orenda: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10122247 Knowledge Can Help You...
Mar 03, 2022•14 min•Season 6Ep. 833
Send us a text With inflation off the charts in the swimming pool industry, one stopgap that many never think about is knowledge. Harold Evans touches on why knowledge equals savings in this crazy inflationary environment. To learn more about Orenda and their training courses: https://www.orendatech.com/ Texas Deep Freeze Redux and Some Tips from Harold Evans of Orenda: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10122247 Knowledge Can Help You with the Runaway Industry-Wide Inflation, with Harold Evans o...
Mar 02, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 832
Send us a text Many in the industry discount or flatly ignore the Saturation Index (LSI). Does it really matter if a pool’s LSI is in range or out of range? Is it even important to test the LSI on a regular basis? Harold Evans explains the importance of the LSI and why you should be checking it out on your pool route. To learn more about Orenda and their training courses: https://www.orendatech.com/ Texas Deep Freeze Redux and Some Tips from Harold Evans of Orenda: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110...
Mar 01, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 831
Send us a text One of the keys to running a successful service business is treating your customer right and not taking advantage of your customer. This should be the attitude of not only the pool service professional but also the manufacturers that supply the industry. Listen as we unpack this and more with Harold Evans of Orenda Technologies. To learn more about Orenda and their training courses: https://www.orendatech.com/ Texas Deep Freeze Redux and Some Tips from Harold Evans of Orenda: http...
Feb 28, 2022•36 min•Season 6Ep. 830
Send us a text Just about everything from one state to another is different and swimming pools are not an exception. I go over some of the regional differences for you and there is a big difference from say Texas to Florida and California to Florida. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commerci...
Feb 25, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 829
Send us a text I go over some hacks and tips on using the PoolRx+ with Fred Schweer of PoolRx Worldwide. Using the PoolRx+ is very easy to use but knowing everything about a product is always the best idea in my opinion. This is part 4 of 4 and the other parts of this podcast can be found here: Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059403 Part 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059403 Part 3: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059430 To learn more visit www.PoolRx.com Leslie’s Pro: Po...
Feb 24, 2022•16 min•Season 6Ep. 828
Send us a text A pool with very high CYA presents a number of problems. Can you safely use PoolRx+ as a pool with very high CYA? Fred Schweer goes over all the details you need to know about using PoolRX+ in a high CYA pool. This is part 3 of 4 and the other parts of this podcast can be found here: Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059403 Part 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059403 Part 4: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059455 To learn more visit www.PoolRx.com Leslie’s Pro...
Feb 23, 2022•16 min•Season 6Ep. 827
Send us a text Using the PoolRx+ product is very easy and it should last a good 4-6 months in an average pool. But you may need the PoolRx Booster in some cases and Fred Schweer outlines these reasons here for you. We also discuss how the PoolRx+ will enhance and increase your free chlorine level. This is part 2 of 4 and the other parts of this podcast can be found here: Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059403 Part 3: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059430 Part 4: https://www.buzz...
Feb 22, 2022•19 min•Season 6Ep. 826
Send us a text PoolRx+ has been on the market for over a year now and it is basically an enhanced version of the PoolRx which has been part of the pool industry since 1994. Fred Schweer of PoolRx Worldwide goes over some of the great benefits of PoolRx+ for you. This is part 1 of 4 and the other parts of this podcast can be found here: Part 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059403 Part 3: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059430 Part 4: https://www.buzzsprout.com/110832/10059455 To learn ...
Feb 21, 2022•26 min•Season 6Ep. 825
Send us a text How do you know your pool filter needs to be cleaned? That is a question I am often asked by new homeowners and new pool techs alike. I go over some of the most common signs that the pool filter is getting dirty. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_m...
Feb 18, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 824
Send us a text I can sum up this podcast in three words: Bigger is Better! There are some other common-sense things to note when you upgrade your pool filter. I cover these and more in today’s podcast for you. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral&...
Feb 17, 2022•19 min•Season 6Ep. 823
Send us a text There are a lot of myths about buying a swimming pool service route and no one would be better to clear this up than Scott Roberts of National Pool Route Sales (NPRS). Since Scott sells pool routes he is the best person suited to debunk these common false beliefs about purchasing a pool route. NPRS: www.poolroutesales.com (561) 708-4744 (My Direct Office - no text available here) Email: Scott@poolroutesales.com Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Custom...
Feb 16, 2022•26 min•Season 6Ep. 822
Send us a text Scott Roberts of National Pool Route Sales (NPRS) offers his advice on managing your employees and recruiting employees for your pool route. He spent 6 years as an owner of a large pool service company as well as owning other businesses throughout his professional career. NPRS: www.poolroutesales.com (561) 708-4744 (My Direct Office - no text available here) Email: Scott@poolroutesales.com Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cle...
Feb 15, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 821
Send us a text I sat down with Scott Roberts of National Pool Route Sales (NPRS) and we discuss the industry-wide inflation, the Mega Pool Companies coming into the industry, and expanding by buying a partial pool route. NPRS: www.poolroutesales.com (561) 708-4744 (My Direct Office - no text available here) Email: Scott@poolroutesales.com Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast an...
Feb 14, 2022•27 min•Season 6Ep. 820
Send us a text If made some mistakes over the years servicing pools and lets just call them bloopers. Falling into a pool, done that. Leaving the pool on or off for a whole week, yep. I go over some of these for you so that you can learn from my mistakes. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/com...
Feb 11, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 819
Send us a text The bidding process is something where you can add little things to set yourself apart from the competition. Adding a few of this tips to your bids can set you apart from others in the industry. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral&...
Feb 10, 2022•16 min•Season 6Ep. 818
Send us a text If you are in the market for a service cart TDula was the only option back in the day. Advantage Manufacturing now makes several service carts and these are not only made in America but they fit a need in the industry. Service carts allow you to carry everything back to your stop at one time and save you time and energy. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and e...
Feb 09, 2022•17 min•Season 6Ep. 817
Send us a text You can really bleed money in an ineffective advertisement campaign. Putting your ad dollars into specific marketing categories and platforms is essential in not only landing new accounts but making advertising affordable and thus effective. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/co...
Feb 08, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 816
Send us a text The 2022 season is off to a record-breaking start as far as chlorine prices go. They are still way up from 2020 and we will not see an end to the higher prices anytime soon. I go over some ways to mitigate the higher chlorine cost for you in today’s podcast. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://l...
Feb 07, 2022•26 min•Season 6Ep. 815
Send us a text The pool filter is one of the three pillars of your pool. Besides the pool run time and chemistry, the filter is the third part of keeping the pool clear and blue. Homeowners often try to clean their filters and these are some common errors that I encounter out there in the field. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool C...
Feb 04, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 814
Send us a text Besides the bigger errors I run into out on my pool route, customers messing with their pool timer and VS pump is something I deal with on a regular basis. Explain to the client that we set the timer as a professional and not to mess with it themselves. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://leslie...
Feb 03, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 813
Send us a text I have probably seen everything out there in the field and every homeowner's mistake possible. These mistakes are very preventable just by educating your customers. Sit back and listen to some typical mistakes that you will run into. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial...
Feb 02, 2022•19 min•Season 6Ep. 812
Send us a text One way to save money on chlorine is to never shock your pool. Is that even possible to not have to shock a pool? It is but there are a lot of things that you will have to get lined up for this to be possible. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medi...
Feb 01, 2022•18 min•Season 6Ep. 811
Send us a text We just had a massive wind event in my area with 100-year-old trees down everywhere. The pools were wrecked. But if you educate and even train your customers to lend a hand in this type of wind event, your week will be much better. I go over this and more wind event tips and tricks for you. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Prefer...
Jan 31, 2022•26 min•Season 6Ep. 810
Send us a text The slogan “Just Do it” has moved through popular culture over the years. I go over why this slogan is really bad for business and why “Just Do it” doesn’t work if you want to stay in business. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral&...
Jan 28, 2022•20 min•Season 6Ep. 809
Send us a text One of the bummers of being self-employed is that you have to pay for your own health insurance. This can cost you several hundred dollars a month and is something to consider before you make the leap to being self-employed Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repairs, free water testing, open 7-days a week. It is fast and easy to become a Leslie’s Preferred Pool Care Provider. https://lesliespool.com/commercial-services....
Jan 27, 2022•17 min•Season 6Ep. 808
