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.
Episodes
1503 episodes
PORTAVAC 2.0 HAMMERED Review
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 wat...
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Season 8
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Episode 1503
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16:39
Leaf Debris Clean Up Tips
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 1502
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17:45
All About Using Cal Hypo Tablets
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 tod...
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Season 8
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Episode 1501
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16:35
Episode 1500! A Recap of My History in the Industry
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, ope...
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Season 8
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Episode 1500
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23:03
Keep a Problem Pool or Drop It?
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 acc...
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Season 8
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Episode 1499
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17:23
Some Things to Avoid Doing on Your Pool Route
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...
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Season 8
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Episode 1498
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19:10
Solving a D.E. Filter Leak
Arriving at a pool with D.E. on the floor or a cloudy pool because D.E. is blowing out of the return lines can be frustrating. I go over some common sources of a D.E. leak. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesa...
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Season 8
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Episode 1497
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17:51
Getting Paid and Collect Money Owed
Late payers are a big problem for your business. Also, getting stiffed on a large payment can be very painful for your bottom line. How do you collect late payments and prevent not getting paid for your work? Leslie’s Pro: Poo...
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Season 8
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Episode 1496
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16:10
Should You Service Vinyl Liner Pools?
On the West Coast, in-ground vinyl pools are not very common, and servicing above-ground pools is not something every company is prepared to do. I go over some ins and outs of vinyl pool service. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro...
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Season 8
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Episode 1495
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22:21
Those Scary Moments Out on Your Pool Route
Since today is Friday the 13th, I reviewed some “scary” things that can happen on your pool route. Prepared to be scared out of your mind or at least mildly amused. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account toda...
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Season 8
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Episode 1494
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17:58
Dead Animals in Your Customer's Pool
There is nothing worse than a dead critter in your swimming pool. I reviewed some steps to take and the common dead critters I have encountered over the years. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer...
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Season 8
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Episode 1493
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15:55
Employee Issues & Recruiting Successfully
Finding an employee is just as hard as keeping one in today's highly competitive environment. I go over both getting and keeping an employee in today’s podcast. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! C...
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Season 8
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Episode 1492
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18:19
Buying and Selling a Partial Route
There are some good reasons to purchase a small partial route and some good reasons to sell a portion of your pool service route. I go over both options in detail for you here. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale ...
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Season 8
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Episode 1491
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15:41
Common Pool Filter Issues
Besides high and low filter PSI, several things can go wrong with your swimming pool filter. I cover some common issues as well as the overall filter lifespan. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer...
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Season 8
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Episode 1490
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22:09
Taking Your Foot Off the Gas in Your Business
I don’t have a good off or pause switch built into my brain if you are like me. I am wired to keep going at top speed pretty much all the time. This is generally a problem with business owners, so I go over some reasons you may want to slow thi...
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Season 8
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Episode 1489
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16:35
Answering your YouTube Questions Volume #18
Today, I answered more of your YouTube questions, including why my copper level went up after using PoolRx. Which is better, the VacDaddy or the Water Tech Precision V10? Can you adjust the priming speed on a VS pump? And more!Leslie’s P...
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Season 8
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Episode 1488
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17:56
Motorized Pool Covers and Solar Blankets
Automatic covers are great for safety and keeping the pool clean. Several things can go wrong, as well as liability issues. I also address how to handle a pool with a solar blanket on top. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Whol...
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Season 8
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Episode 1487
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17:21
Tough Customer and Some Solutions
Several customers fall into this category, from those who always price-checks on you to those who have you on a stopwatch timer. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner ...
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Season 8
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Episode 1486
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16:36
Common Swimming Pool Mistakes to Avoid
What are some of the common mistakes I see pool owners make with their pool care, and why is it important not to make these mistakes? I go over these common errors for you here in today’s podcast.Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wh...
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Season 8
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Episode 1485
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21:28
My Go-To Automatic Cleaners That I Demo For My Customers
I like to demo cleaners in my customer’s pools, specifically for new service accounts that don’t already have an automatic cleaner. These are my go-to demo cleaners that I use on my pool route. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a...
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Season 8
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Episode 1484
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17:48
Pool Salt Cell Sizing Explained
I talk about salt cell sizing, and today, I break down some practical reasons to pick the correct salt cell size for your pool or your customer’s pool. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer r...
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Season 8
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Episode 1483
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17:01
Best Way to Pay Your Employees
What is the best method of paying an employee? 1099 or W-2? I will go over the pros and cons of both methods for you here today. Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, free cleaner repair...
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Season 8
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Episode 1482
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16:39
Why Using Profanity Hurts Your Business
If you have listened to the show before, you know I am completely against profanity in every sense, especially in the professional business sense. I go over some reasons why not using profanity will really take your business to the next level.<...
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Season 8
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Episode 1481
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16:44
What is Causing Low Pool Filter PSI
Several reasons can cause low filter PSI, and I will go over the most common ones for you here today. It’s a problem every pool pro runs into, and use this as a practical guide while troubleshooting a pool. Leslie’s Pro: Pool ...
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Season 8
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Episode 1480
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22:55
A Practical Guide to a Business Plan
What exactly are some elements of a solid business plan? I will go over some of these for you and how to easily create one that you can actually follow.Leslie’s Pro: Pool Service Pro, open a Wholesale account today! Customer referrals, f...
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Season 8
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Episode 1479
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17:24