Service
Pinpoint Accuracy
Pool leak detection has grown far beyond searching for drips with dye. Today’s top tools are precision instruments that help professionals save time, reduce guesswork…
Builder
Turning Heads with Vinyl
When Scott Savage launched Savage Pools & Patios in 2020, his goal wasn’t to build the most pools — it was to build the right…
Commercial
Minimize Disruption, Maximize Efficiency
Commercial pool renovations don’t always have to mean extended closures and frustrated customers.
Testing the Waters
From a retail perspective — even for companies that build…
Acid Washing 101
Let’s be honest: Pool stains suck.
They’re unsightly and usually indicate…
Light It Up
Changing a light bulb in a pool can be tough.
While…
Treat ‘Em Right
Identifying and correcting unsightly pool surface stains is important for…
Taking the Pint-Sized Plunge
Plunge pools have been gaining momentum in the industry, and…
Tight Done Right
Customers are often eager to complete their backyard oasis with…
Got Check Cracks? Check Wind Speed.
In December 2023, the National Plasterers Council released Technical Bulletin…
Playing Poolside
For many new pool build customers, the ideal result is…
Shades of Safety
When it comes to commercial pools, interior finishes are more…
Safe Water Simplified
In response to the Model Aquatic Health Code, Aquasol developed…
Keep the Steam Clean
It goes without saying: Steam rooms in commercial facilities require…
Tech Evolution
VivoAquatics has carved a niche in providing innovative solutions to…
Water Care
Keeping Bugs at Bay
Mosquitos, wasps or horseflies — no matter where you live in the U.S., there’s usually some kind of pest to deal with when you’re trying…
Pool Ops
They’ve Got You Covered
As pool covers have evolved to accentuate a pool’s style, conserve energy and keep swimmers safe, they have also become more sophisticated, and some might…
Equipment
In Control and On Course
Waterway Plastics, a family-owned manufacturing company, has been designing, engineering and producing its line of pool and spa products in Oxnard, California, since 1973.
In the Ozone
Though it’s been used for decades, ozone is gaining traction…
Crystal Clear Control
From the creators of the pHin Smart Water Monitor comes…
Smart Algaecide for Smarter Service
King Technology, maker of FROG water care products, has introduced…
Using CO2 to Manage pH
When it comes to pool maintenance, keeping the water balanced…
Hiring for Growth
Let’s be honest: Not everyone is a perfect fit for…
Time is Money
When building and running a small pool service business, it…
It’s Never Too Early
When the calendar flips to a new year and warmer…
A Fresh Perspective
In the evolving landscape of the modern workplace, understanding Gen…
Set the Vibe
The IntelliVibe Pool Lighting System, the latest innovation from Pentair…
Pumping Out Savings
Nidec Motor Corp., a motor manufacturer based in St. Louis,…
Go with the Flow
Clear-Flow’s electronic flocculation system offers a cleaner, more efficient and…
Wider Shoulders and a Cold Plunge
Hayward’s new heat-pump technology widens the “shoulder months,” extending the…
Marketing
Sweeten the Deal
There are many ways for a business to thank its clients and partners — from thank-you notes to discounts.
Operator
Attracting, Developing and Retaining Top Sales Talent
The greatest opportunity for industrywide pool equipment and service sales growth is better sales support and education from the manufacturers to distributors to the service…
Viewpoints
How do you determine what to charge for services and if/when you need to raise rates?
The PoolPro Panel answers: How do you determine what to charge for services and if/when you need to raise rates?
Dripping with Professionalism
In the pool industry, everyone is equal when it comes…
Read to Lead
Read to Lead – Looking to breathe new life into…
Flattering First Impressions
No matter the size of a company or its marketing…
Where Everybody Knows Your Name
When finding the best marketing company for your business, trust…
Charting the Course
Just about everyone has hopes, dreams or goals — whatever…
Flatlining to Flourishing
Why do some acquire basic sales skills but never develop…
Rethinking the Sales Role
As the industry has flourished with increased demand, so has…
Safety First
Even with all safety precautions, water can still carry unknown…
What are your top tips for maintaining pool service quality during the busy summer season?
The PoolPro Panel answers: What are your top tips for…
Advice for Small Operations
What advice would you give to a one-poler or small…
What is the most common stain you come across and how do you treat it?
The PoolPro Panel answers: What is the most common stain…
Meet the 2025 PoolPro Panel
These panelists possess a wealth of knowledge and experience that…
Training
Genesis Construction School: Concrete Pools Course
Genesis is offering a comprehensive three-day program covering concrete pool construction in Birmingham, Alabama, on March 20-22, 2023. This course will provide the knowledge and…
Profile
The Art of Immersion
In an industry where technical function can overshadow artistry, Allison Gouterman, Livtec designer for Continental Surface Solutions, has carved a niche as a pool liner…
Web Exclusive
Ask the Experts: Why Should Pool Pros Offer the IntelliFlo3® Variable Speed & Flow Pool Pump?
At Pentair Pool, we’re dedicated to helping our partners grow their expertise. As a pool professional, we know you have many moving parts to sort…
Where’d Our Money Go?
It happened again. A few months ago you had your…
Back to Square One
Many years ago, a good friend in the industry told…
Tossing the Training Manual
In some companies, training programs haven’t been revamped in years,…
What Did You Learn Last Year?
Most of us have heard the saying, “Do you have…
From Family Business to Industry Icon
ike many experts in the pool industry, Corinne “Corie” Kraft…
The Heart of Haviland
For a company that’s been manufacturing chemicals for 90 years,…
A Plaster Legend
Randy Dukes, a pool plaster expert with more than three…
The ‘Coolest Nerd in the Industry’
“Life isn’t a destination; it’s a journey,” says Steve Barnes,…
Avoiding Summer Slipups
Summer is in full swing, and pool service and repair…
Ask the Experts: How Can Pool Pros Use Remote Monitoring to Grow Their Business?
At Pentair Pool, we’re dedicated to helping our partners grow…
Dive into National Water Safety Month with These 6 Tips
In the United States, May is recognized as National Water…
La Guía Esencial para Comprar un Seguro de Responsabilidad Civil General
Al asegurar su negocio, el seguro de responsabilidad civil general…