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Keeping Employees Engaged

Post author:Rudy
Post published:January 7, 2018
Post category:Employees

Zombies vs. Pool Techs The evaporation fog hovers thickly in an eerie mist above the swimming pool. The morning sun begins to destroy the night. The clouds become bludgeoned with…

Busting the Saltwater Pool Myth

Post author:Rudy
Post published:January 3, 2018
Post category:Water Chemistry

[responsivevoice_button voice="UK English Male" buttontext="Listen to Post"] We have heard it a thousand times, "I don't use chlorine; I have a saltwater pool." The truth about saltwater pools is…

One Pound of Anything Dissolved in 10,000 gallons Will Increase Total Dissolved Solids by 12 ppm

Post author:Rudy
Post published:December 24, 2017
Post category:Water Chemistry

[responsivevoice_button voice="UK English Male" buttontext="Listen to Post"] ?Total Dissolved Solids TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS Anything you add to a pool will increase something, and everything will increase TDS. For example, a…

Talking Pools Podcast

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In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Steve is hosting solo and plans to discuss the practical tools and tips he has gathered over his two decades in the pool industry. He emphasizes the importance of having the right tools for the job, sharing his personal collection of ”cool pool tools” that help him tackle various challenges in the field. Steve also highlights the value of working smarter, not harder, and aims to provide insights on saving time, money, and energy in pool maintenance.

Steve from the Talking Pools Podcast recommends having a collection of essential tools to tackle various challenges in pool maintenance. Some of his go-to tools include:

Telescopic Pole: Versatile and can be attached to different cleaning heads.
Leaf Skimmer/Net: For removing debris from the pool surface.
Pool Brush: To scrub the walls and floor, preventing algae buildup.
Vacuum Head and Hose: For cleaning the pool floor.
Water Testing Kit: Ensures the chemical balance of the pool water.
Chemical Dispenser: Helps distribute chemicals evenly.
Pool Cover: Protects the pool from debris and maintains water temperature.
Automatic Pool Cleaner: Saves time and effort in maintaining the pool.
Thermometer: Monitors water temperature.
Repair Kit: For quick fixes.