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Read more about the article Aquatics Director Positions at Risk⁉

Aquatics Director Positions at Risk⁉

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:April 19, 2020
  • Post category:Pool Management/Pool News/University Aquatics

When Pools Stay Closed A lot of us make our money servicing and running Aquatic Centers, Community Pools, and High School and College pools. Are we at risk of losing…

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Read more about the article Your Vote Counts ✔

Your Vote Counts ✔

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:April 13, 2020
  • Post category:Pool News

Take A Break From COVID-19 and Do Something Fun! Voting Starts Today & There is Still Time to Enter ? We put together this Photo Contest to offer a momentary…

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Read more about the article Layoffs: Letting Them Go

Layoffs: Letting Them Go

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:April 12, 2020
  • Post category:COVID-19/Employees

More than 17 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits during pandemic - The Washington Post Business is tough- always has been, always will be. You have overhead, taxes, insurance,…

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Read more about the article Essential Services COVID-19

Essential Services COVID-19

  • Post author:Contributor
  • Post published:April 5, 2020
  • Post category:COVID-19

Are Pool Companies an Essential Service in Your Area? CISA Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce: Ensuring Community and National Resilience in COVID-19 Response Version 1.0, Page 9. Public…

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Read more about the article Hand Sanitizer Recipe – Coronavirus Surface

Hand Sanitizer Recipe – Coronavirus Surface

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  • Post published:March 29, 2020
  • Post category:COVID-19

Everyone is sold out of hand sanitizer. No worries, as long as we have water, we can make our own.  What if our supply is contaminated or the stores are…

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Read more about the article COVID-19 Pool Water Transmission & Pool Service Lockdown?

COVID-19 Pool Water Transmission & Pool Service Lockdown?

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:March 22, 2020
  • Post category:COVID-19

A novel coronavirus, named Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China, in 2019. The…

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Read more about the article How and When to Install Wellpoints

How and When to Install Wellpoints

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  • Post published:March 14, 2020
  • Post category:Builders/Drain & Fill

Swimming Pools with High Water Tables? When you think of building pools, you think of dirt. When you think of building pools in the South, you think of clay soil.…

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Read more about the article How Much DE Should I Add? ⚖

How Much DE Should I Add? ⚖

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:March 8, 2020
  • Post category:Apartment Pool Maintenance/CPO Certification Class/Equipment/Hotel Pool Maintenance

 Diatomaceous Earth Hey Guys. Hoping your March is off to a good start. I wanted to talk about this for a while, and going into spring seems to be the…

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Read more about the article Where Does Your Pool Pro Pay Rank?

Where Does Your Pool Pro Pay Rank?

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  • Post published:February 21, 2020
  • Post category:Pool News

Our business has a ton of moving parts. There is the beginning with new pool design and build, to the end when unloved swimming pools get filled with dirt... There…

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Read more about the article Why The CMAHC Will Make You Question Everything

Why The CMAHC Will Make You Question Everything

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:February 16, 2020
  • Post category:Pool News/Uncategorized

Hey, Pool Talkers! Quite a few things are going on that we are pretty excited about. There are also some other topics I think are super important. So, this week…

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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!

Step in a Pool Skimmer, Break Your Leg, and more…
byRudy Stankowitz

Text us a pool question!

Andrea & Paulette, with special guests Sarah and Andrew Bero, share a variety of humorous and serious stories related to pool maintenance, including encounters with dead animals, challenges faced in the industry, and the importance of safety. They discuss the bizarre situations that arise in their line of work, from unexpected injuries to management issues, and highlight the need for proper maintenance and care in pool services. The conversation also touches on heroic acts and strange discoveries, making for an entertaining and insightful discussion.

takeaways

  • Pool maintenance can lead to unexpected and humorous situations.
  • Safety is a major concern in pool cleaning jobs.
  • Management companies often neglect necessary repairs.
  • Injuries can occur due to faulty equipment and lack of maintenance.
  • Humorous encounters with customers and animals are common in the industry.
  • Proper chemical balance is crucial for pool safety.
  • Unexpected discoveries, like dead animals, can happen during cleaning.
  • Heroic acts can occur in pool settings, showcasing bravery.
  • Communication with management is essential for effective pool maintenance.
  • The pool cleaning industry is filled with unique and entertaining stories.

Sound Bites

  • ”The salt reading was 1300.”
  • ”I need you down here.”
  • ”I want to erase the chemicals.”

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:53
Pool Maintenance Challenges

03:24
Injury Stories in Pool Maintenance

12:35
Commercial Pool Management Issues

15:58
Unusual Pool Incidents

19:40
Cursed Pool Stories

20:48
Unexpected Encounters in Pool Maintenance

24:15
The Importance of Pool Maintenance

26:54
Electrical Safety in Pools

30:27
Heroic Acts at the Pool

34:23
Reflections on Pool Safety and Responsibility

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