A family tradition gave Steve Easland an early start in the pool industry.
“It began when I was a kid, 12 or 13,” Easland says. “I would want to go out and ride my bike with my buddies on the weekends, but my dad said, ‘No, we’ve got to clean the pool first.’ ”
I really enjoy learning about the commercial side of the pool service industry. It’s probably the area I know the least about, partly because the scope is so vast. A commercial account could be anything from a waterpark or resort to a splash pad or small HOA pool.
In today’s market, the commercial pool is no longer just a feature — it’s a centerpiece, a sales magnet and often the crown jewel of high-end developments.
Pool service companies experience smoking hot peaks and quiet valleys throughout the year. Smart operators turn the quieter months into productive ones, offering pool equipment inspections and proactive maintenance services that keep income flowing, customers engaged and technicians on the payroll.
When most people talk about sustainability, they reach for buzzwords: solar, offsets, eco-friendly. But for Nilson Silva, owner of Master Touch Outdoor Living, a high-efficiency pool service and construction company in Florida, sustainability isn’t a slogan — it’s a byproduct of doing business better.
For swimming pool companies trying to maintain sales momentum and revenue, one opportunity is worth a second look: above-ground pools. While many builders have historically dismissed the category, fearing it would cannibalize higher-ticket custom builds or clash with their brand’s luxury image, today’s above-ground options are changing minds.
Reaching a centennial is a rare milestone — one achieved by less than half a percent of all companies, says Stuart Baker, Hayward’s vice president of global strategy and business development. And yet, Hayward has done just that.
When most people think of hot tubs, they imagine backyard relaxation or postworkout recovery. But for pool service professionals, hot tubs — particularly portable hot tubs — represent something else: an often-overlooked business opportunity.
Trust is the foundation of any strong professional relationship — built on the expectation that work will be done consistently and clearly.
While they are meant to share information, encourage collaboration and build morale, few meetings prompt excitement.
To combat the feelings of dread or discomfort that typically accompany these events, it’s time to dissect your template and inject some productivity into these sessions.
The initial spark for Eeziblue came in 2003 due to a unique challenge: frequent power outages in Zimbabwe made traditional pool care — which relies on consistent pump and filtration operation — unreliable.
Successful subcontractor management goes beyond project completion. By setting clear expectations and providing meaningful support, builders can forge strong, long-term partnerships with subcontractors and external crews.