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How Pool Service Social Media Can Transform Your Business

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Post published:September 14, 2024
Post category:Marketing

The Power of Social Media Social media has evolved far beyond being just a place to post pictures of cats and puppies. Today, it's one of the most powerful…

Cold Plunge Pool Maintenance: Essential Tips for Pool Professionals

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Post published:July 1, 2024
Post category:Pool Service Tips

Cold plunge pools maintenance presents a unique challenge in the pool industry due to their relatively recent introduction and the specific requirements of lower water temperatures. Unlike traditional swimming pools…

Dive into Success with the CPO Test Prep!

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Post published:June 15, 2024
Post category:CPO Certification Class

Are you ready to elevate your pool maintenance game to the next level? The Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Test Prep page on CPOClass.com is the ultimate resource designed to help…

New Research on Reducing Cyanuric Acid Levels in Swimming Pools

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Post published:April 3, 2024
Post category:Pool News

The Service Industry News article Studies Show Alum Reduces Cyanuric written by Marcelle Dibrell provides valuable information about using aluminum sulfate (alum) in reducing cyanuric acid levels in swimming pools.…

How to Replace Your CPO Certificate

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Post published:March 16, 2024
Post category:CPO Certification Class

Accidents happen, documents get lost, and sometimes our furry friends decide to nibble on things they shouldn't. If you find yourself in a situation where your Certified Pool Operator (CPO)…

CPO for South Carolina

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Post published:March 8, 2024
Post category:CPO Certification Class

Aquatic Facility Training & Consultants does offer the Certified Pool Operator course that meets the South Carolina Pool code. Register for any of our virtual classes here and your address…

How to Conduct a Swimming Pool Inspection for Homebuyers: A Guide for Pool Service Technicians

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Post published:March 5, 2024
Post category:Pool Service

As a swimming pool service technician, conducting a comprehensive swimming pool inspection for potential homebuyers is a crucial service that can significantly influence their purchasing decisions. This type of inspection,…

CPO Certification Class to Expert in Swimming Pools

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Post published:January 14, 2024
Post category:Pool News

In the realm of swimming pool maintenance, the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) class stands out as a crucial stepping stone for individuals looking to establish a solid foundation in the…

CPO Certification Class discount code

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Post published:January 7, 2024
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Unlock your path to professional excellence in swimming pool maintenance with the exclusive 2024UP discount code for the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification class at CPOclass.com, hosted by Aquatic Facility…

CPO Class School Supplies

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Post published:January 5, 2024
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For the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) class, you'll want to ensure you have the necessary materials to effectively navigate and utilize your resources in the class and during the test.…

Talking Pools Podcast

If you’ve ever stared at a test kit like it personally insulted your family… welcome home.

Talking Pools Podcast is the pool industry’s “pull up a chair” show—part shop talk, part field manual, part therapy session—built for people who actually live on pool decks: commercial operators, service techs, builders, facility managers, and anyone responsible for water that can’t afford to go sideways. The network was created to level up the pool industry with real-world conversations on water chemistry, filtration, troubleshooting, construction, safety, and the business side of keeping pools open and budgets intact.

Here’s the hook: it’s not theory-first. It’s experience-first—a roster of seasoned pros (with 250+ years of combined “been there, fixed that” wisdom) turning complicated problems into practical moves you can use the same day. And it’s not one voice, one vibe, one corner of the industry: it’s a network of shows designed to reflect how diverse this work really is—different regions, different specialties, different personalities.

Also worth saying out loud: women aren’t “special guests” here—they’re on the mic as hosts, from the beginning, with an intentionally balanced roster. That matters, because the best ideas in this industry don’t come from one lane—they come from the whole road.

If you want a podcast that can make you laugh and make you better at what you do—without pretending the job is easier than it is—Talking Pools is the one you queue up before the first stop, and keep on when the day starts getting weird.

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In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood of The Grit Game sits down with Adam Beech, founder and CEO of PoolBrain, for an in-depth discussion about the operational challenges facing modern pool service companies and the technology being developed to solve them. Adam shares his journey from operating a 20-truck pool service company in Phoenix, Arizona, to creating one of the industry's fastest-growing software platforms after realizing that technician accountability, customer retention, and operational scalability were problems traditional management methods could not fully solve.

The conversation explores PoolBrain's latest breakthrough: fully automated LSI (Langelier Saturation Index) chemical dosing. Adam explains how PoolBrain now integrates with the Arenda calculator to automate complex water chemistry calculations, allowing companies to establish their preferred LSI methodology once and have the system consistently execute those calculations for technicians in the field. The result is reduced training time, increased consistency, improved water balance, and fewer chemistry-related mistakes.

Natalie and Adam also discuss one of the industry's most persistent challenges: technician turnover. Adam explains how PoolBrain was originally built to solve the difficulties of managing field technicians, maintaining service quality, and scaling operations without increasing administrative burden. The discussion highlights how automation can reduce training requirements, standardize procedures, and help companies maintain quality regardless of staffing changes.

The episode takes a deep dive into the growing role of automation in pool service operations, including:

Automated chemical dosing
AI-assisted tablet recommendations
Customer communication systems
Route management
Billing automation
Service verification
Preventative maintenance alerts
Equipment monitoring
Inventory management innovations

Adam explains how modern software is shifting pool companies from reactive management to proactive operations by identifying problems before they become customer complaints. Examples include tracking PSI trends to detect clogged impellers, identifying recurring chemistry issues before pools turn green, and automatically notifying customers when routes change.

One of the most anticipated segments focuses on PoolBrain's future inventory management system. Adam outlines a vision of fully automated inventory tracking that follows products from supplier purchase to truck stock to chemical consumption at individual pools. The goal is a closed-loop inventory ecosystem that dramatically reduces waste, improves accountability, and eliminates countless hours of manual inventory management.

Natalie also challenges Adam on several common industry myths, including:

”Software is only for large companies.”
”All pool software is basically the same.”
”Technicians hate software.”

Adam explains why smaller companies often benefit just as much as larger operations and why modern pool software is evolving far beyond simple digital service logs into comprehensive operational platforms.

The discussion concludes with a look at the future of the industry, including remote equipment monitoring, automated chemistry management, AI-assisted operations, integrated supplier purchasing, and the increasing role of data-driven decision-making in pool service businesses. Adam shares his belief that many operational tasks currently performed manually will become fully automated within the next five years, allowing service companies to focus more on customer relationships and business growth.

Whether you're a single-pole operator, route manager, service technician, or owner of a multi-truck operation, this episode offers a fascinating look at how technology is reshaping the future of pool service.

Key Topics Discussed

The origins of PoolBrain
Technician turnover and accountability
Automated LSI dosing
AI-driven chemical recommendations
Customer communication automation
Service verification and photo documentation
Inventory management and purchasing automation
Operational scalability
Customer portals and self-service tools
The future of AI in pool service
Remote monitoring and predictive maintenance
Why software is becoming essential for competitive pool companies

Guest

Adam Beach
Founder and CEO of PoolBrain, former pool service company owner, and software innovator focused on solving operational challenges within the pool service industry.

Host

Natalie Hood
Director of Education and Events at The Grit Game

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