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Read more about the article Buying a Home: Pool Included or Build Your Own?

Buying a Home: Pool Included or Build Your Own?

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:April 18, 2022
  • Post category:Pool News

Owning a swimming pool is a popular childhood dream, but there’s more to these aquatic home additions than meets the eye. Maybe it’s common sense that pools require regular chemical…

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Read more about the article Courteney Cox sold swimming pools for a living before becoming an actress

Courteney Cox sold swimming pools for a living before becoming an actress

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:March 14, 2022
  • Post category:Pool News

Courteney Cox worked at a swimming pool store before becoming an actress. The 57-year-old actress insisted she was "one hell of a salesman" before she found fame and her dad…

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POOL ROUTES FOR SALE

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:September 3, 2021
  • Post category:Pool News/Pool Service

Let's fast forward just a little bit to month 6. Rudy is back to 40 accounts like when he started. And Joe, POOL ROUTES FOR SALE is also now at…

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Read more about the article Pool Route Purchase

Pool Route Purchase

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:August 13, 2021
  • Post category:Marketing

Before I even start, I need to clarify something. You have to think of a pool route purchase. In this context…you are buying a business. Does that bring a little…

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Read more about the article Hayward Navigator Repair

Hayward Navigator Repair

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  • Post published:May 1, 2021
  • Post category:Equipment

 Ok, so we all know how to take apart a Navigator, but what are we actually looking for when we inspect them?  How can we tell what parts need to…

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Read more about the article Buying a Pool Route – Part ll

Buying a Pool Route – Part ll

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  • Post published:April 17, 2021
  • Post category:Marketing

You are on the hook, Mr. advertiser. You are always waiting for the phone to ring in the hopes it’s a new potential client. Then you have to get their…

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U.S. Braces for 2021 Chlorine Shortage as Pool Season Rapidly Approaches

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  • Post published:April 2, 2021
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If you have a swimming pool, you've probably already noticed soaring Chlorine Prices. In fact, Pool owners should prepare themselves to pay more for pool chlorine in 2021 than ever…

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Read more about the article Buying a Pool Route – Pros & Cons

Buying a Pool Route – Pros & Cons

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  • Post published:March 19, 2021
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I have written and deleted this article at least five times. So I’ve decided the easiest way to convey my opinion on this is to relay details of actual conversations…

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Read more about the article Pool Pump Flow Problems

Pool Pump Flow Problems

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  • Post published:March 12, 2021
  • Post category:Equipment

A customer brought in his pump and said he wasn’t getting enough flow and thought something was wrong with his pump, primarily that something was clogged in the impeller. Pool…

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Read more about the article Jules, the Pool Girl, Gets Her Hands Wet

Jules, the Pool Girl, Gets Her Hands Wet

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  • Post published:January 22, 2021
  • Post category:Pool Service

[responsivevoice_button voice="US English Female" buttontext="Listen to Post"]        I finally got to go on a ride-along!  Hooray!  I have been in the business for 4 ½  years but never had…

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Talking Pools Podcast
Talking Pools Podcast

Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous.

Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We’ve got a host for that:

  • The Tech Titan: Unravels the mysteries of pumps, filters, and gizmos that make pools tick (without the electrical shocks).
  • The Chem Crusader: Your personal alchemist, whipping up potion-perfect water balance with a dash of science and a sprinkle of magic.
  • The Maintenance Maverick: From tile tricks to algae assassins, he’s got the lowdown on keeping your pool looking like a liquid emerald palace.
  • The Customer Calmer: Smooths ruffled feathers faster than a pool noodle bouquet, turning hangry homeowners into poolside pals.

But Talking Pools isn’t just about technical wizardry. It’s about camaraderie, the shared language of pool pros who’ve seen it all, from exploding filters to synchronized swimming squirrels (no, really, we had an episode!).

Every week, you’ll:

  • Steal game-changing secrets: Learn pro-grade hacks to make you the “Pool Whisperer” in your market
  • Laugh until you spit out your piña colada: These guys are as witty as they are wise, turning pool problems into poolside punchlines.
  • Get ahead of the curve: Stay on top of industry trends and tech before your competitors even smell the chlorine.
  • Feel the love (and the sunshine): Remember why you got into this business in the first place – the joy of creating backyard oases where memories are made.

So, ditch the Drano, grab your headphones, and dive into the Talking Pools Podcast. It’s your weekly dose of poolside wisdom, laughter, and community. We’ll see you on the flip side!

P.S. Subscribe now and you might just win a case of pool party essentials (floaties not included, sorry squirrels).

P.P.S. Tell your pool-loving friends – sharing knowledge is like sharing sunscreen, it protects everyone!

Push suppliers to own issues
byRudy Stankowitz

Text us a pool question!

Lee’s back on home turf (and grand-dad duty) and Shane’s in the chair from New Zealand for a lively episode that starts with a wild Guy Fawkes blackout story and lands on a pressing industry issue: two major distributors have exited the NZ market, leaving pros scrambling for parts, warranties, and sensible logistics.

In this episode

  • Cold open: A powder-monkey grandad, one huge bang, and parts of Melbourne go dark 😳
  • NZ shake-up: Two big distributors stop supplying nationwide—what that means for warranties, spare parts, and service timelines.
  • Reality check on freight: When a book of stickers costs $20 to ship, what will a pump or salt cell run?
  • What to tell customers: Bulk email blast or handle it case-by-case? Lee explains why targeted, honest comms win.
  • Owning the problem: Why suppliers should proactively notify recalls/faults (shout-out to Fluidra for doing it right).
  • When brands fold: Lessons from the Poolrite era—who actually carries the warranty, and how pros protected clients (and their own reputations).
  • Smart playbook:
    • Vet suppliers for staying power, not just long warranties.
    • Consider buying groups to consolidate freight.
    • Explore becoming a local warranty station to turn pain into pipeline.

Key takeaways

  • Don’t panic-email your whole book—inform affected clients individually with options and realistic timelines.
  • Push suppliers to own known issues and send parts proactively; it saves everyone’s face.
  • Strength in numbers: coordinate orders and freight with nearby companies.
  • A long warranty is meaningless if the brand won’t be around to honor it.

Got a topic, tip, or rant?
Email: talkingpools@gmail.com
— Rudy will route it to the right crew.

Happy Monday, and stay safe out there!

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