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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. 

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Episodes

What Truck Should You Use for Pool Service?

Send us a text I will review the different service truck options for you here and discuss which truck I prefer for pool service. You have many options, and everyone has a different idea of the best service truck. 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&...

Oct 30, 202419 minSeason 8Ep. 1527

Best Way to Deal with Messy Gardeners!

Send us a text One of the main issues you will have on your pool route with gardeners is how messy they make the pools when making the yard look beautiful. I go over some ways to deal with messy gardeners and landscapers. 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=...

Oct 29, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1526

Why I Like Suction Side Automatic Pool Cleaners

Send us a text Suction side cleaners have been around now for over 40 years and the ones on the market today are some of the best. I will go over why I like suction side cleaners the most. 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&utm_source=spll&...

Oct 28, 202424 minSeason 8Ep. 1525

Sales Tips on Selling New Pool Equipment

Send us a text Sales can be the hardest part of the pool service business to master. I will review some tried and true sales techniques for you here 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://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Poo...

Oct 25, 202419 minSeason 8Ep. 1524

Time Management on Your Pool Route

Send us a text I’m big on effective time management. I think a lot of time is wasted on your route, and many ways exist to save and reclaim that time. Here are a few basic tips 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&utm_source=spll&utm...

Oct 24, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1523

Losing Pool Service Accounts Hurts

Send us a text When you lose a service account, it can hurt in more ways than financially. I go over some common reasons you may lose an account and some ways of preventing loss on your route. 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&utm_source=spll&...

Oct 23, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1522

Basic Business Skills Everyone Should Have

Send us a text Basic skills are lacking out there in many businesses, and there are skills that you be equipped with. I review some of the basic skills needed to run a pool service business successfully. 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&utm_s...

Oct 22, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1521

Avoiding Liability with Your Swimming Pool & Service Company Tips

Send us a text No one likes the thought of being sued, and of course, one way to avoid this is to limit your liability. Whether you are a homeowner or a service company, there are some steps you can take to limit your liability, and I touch on these 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/...

Oct 21, 202423 minSeason 8Ep. 1520

When to Cut & Run Out on You Pool Service Route

Send us a text Time is ticking out on your pool route, and it is a good idea to have some rules for how much time to “waste” at each stop. I will go over some hard and fast rules for you here 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://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source...

Oct 18, 202419 minSeason 8Ep. 1519

Unreasonable Hospitality and Your Pool Business

Send us a text Pool service is, after all, a service business, and you should put customer service first. I go over ways to go the extra mile in your business and provide unreasonable hospitality! 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&utm_source=s...

Oct 17, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1518

How Closely Should You Watch the Economy?

Send us a text Watching the business news can make you worry about things. Everyone is predicting a downturn in the economy or some crisis. But how much does the economy affect the swimming pool service? 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&utm_s...

Oct 16, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1517

Acid Wash Fail Points

Send us a text Here are some fail points in an acid wash. Avoid doing these things at all costs! 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASA The B...

Oct 15, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1516

Acid Wash Do’s and Don’ts

Send us a text Here are some acid wash tips for you. I put together the best acid wash methods and some things to avoid. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA h...

Oct 14, 202422 minSeason 8Ep. 1515

Best of Bob Lowry: Pool Not Holding Chlorine

Send us a text In this Best of Bob Lowry episode, I talk to Bob about a pool not holding chlorine, and he offers some great suggestions to cure this problem. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the P...

Oct 11, 202416 minSeason 8Ep. 1514

Best of Pool Guy Podcast: Buying Pools to Build Your Route!

Send us a text Best of Pool Guy Podcast: Buying Pools to Build Your Route! I spent some time with Fernando Encarnacion, the owner of Five Star Pro Pools in Orlando, Florida, and we discussed his unusual method of growing his pool route. He started by purchasing 57 pools 4 years ago and has a route today of close to 400 pools. Fernando explains his growth method in part one of this three-part series. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner ...

Oct 10, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1513

Swimming Pool Stain Removal Tips

Send us a text I touch on identifying pool stains and some effective ways to treat them with realistic expectations. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https...

Oct 09, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1512

Swimming Pool Pressure Side Cleaners 101

Send us a text I go over what a Pressure Side Cleaner does and why they are an effective option in certain areas of the country. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors...

Oct 08, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1511

Effective Ways to Lower Very High Alkalinity

Send us a text Dealing with high alkalinity in a pool is a real pain. The pH is hard to balance, and you constantly add muriatic acid. I go over some easy ways to lower a pool’s alkalinity effectively. 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&utm_sou...

Oct 07, 202422 minSeason 8Ep. 1510

Every Other Week Swimming Pool Service: is it Worth it?

Send us a text Is it worth doing pool service every other week or bi-monthly? I go over some of the reasons why I don’t do this. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors...

Oct 04, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1509

When to Add Chlorine Enhancers

Send us a text I speak a lot about the advantages of chlorine enhancers, but when should you add them to a pool? There is an ideal time, and I will talk about that 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://lesliespool.com/commercial-services.html/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=spll&utm_c...

Oct 03, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1508

Ash Clean-Up After a Fire

Send us a text After a fire, things can be very messy, especially with ash in the pools on your pool service route. I got some tips on cleaning up the ash and step-by-step cleaning procedures. 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&utm_source=spll&...

Oct 02, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1507

What About Chem Only Pool Service Accounts?

Send us a text I will review why you may want to start doing chemical-only pool service accounts. These might be very lucrative for you with the right system in place. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Sup...

Oct 01, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1506

Photometer Water Testers 101

Send us a text I will review the pros, cons, and ins and outs of the photometer pool and spa water testers. Which one is right for you, and why you may want to invest in a photometer tester? 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&utm_source=spll&am...

Sep 30, 202422 minSeason 8Ep. 1505

Pool Service Scam Calls To Beware Of!

Send us a text There is a pretty sophisticated service scam where someone claims to be an out-of-state buyer moving into a pool home and wants to establish service with you. Beware of this scam! 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&utm_source=spl...

Sep 27, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1504

PORTAVAC 2.0 HAMMERED Review

Send us a text I go over some of the new features of the PORTAVAC HAMMERED and compare it to a vacuum system and the VacDaddy. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! ...

Sep 26, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1503

Leaf Debris Clean Up Tips

Send us a text Leaves in a pool can be a real pain. I review some of your best removal methods and some expensive solutions. 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Support the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HA...

Sep 25, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1502

All About Using Cal Hypo Tablets

Send us a text Cal Hypo tablets are a great product that has not quite caught on in the industry. I’ll touch on why that is and also give you the pros and cons of using Cal Hypo tablets. 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&utm_source=spll&ut...

Sep 24, 202417 minSeason 8Ep. 1501

Episode 1500! A Recap of My History in the Industry

Send us a text This is one of those milestone episodes where I have passed 7 years of podcasting, and I recap some of the things I am currently working on and briefly recap my history 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&utm_sour...

Sep 23, 202424 minSeason 8Ep. 1500

Keep a Problem Pool or Drop It?

Send us a text It might be an automatic reflex to drop a problem pool. However, some problems can be overcome, and some pools can go from being a problem pool to having a decent service account. 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&utm_source=spl...

Sep 20, 202418 minSeason 8Ep. 1499

Some Things to Avoid Doing on Your Pool Route

Send us a text You should avoid doing some things out on your pool route to avoid problems and potential liability. I go over some of the most common ones here 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&utm_source=spll&utm_campaign=spll Su...

Sep 19, 202420 minSeason 8Ep. 1498
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