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Holiday Pool Service Hours

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:December 15, 2021
  • Post category:Pool Service Tips

Holiday work schedule scheduling woes and disagreements amongst your peers on how to handle it. You deserve time off at Thanksgiving and Christmas; you can’t show up in somebody’s backyard…

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Read more about the article CALCULATE POOL GALLONS CHEMICALLY

CALCULATE POOL GALLONS CHEMICALLY

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:May 8, 2021
  • Post category:Pool Service Tips

That's it! One method for calculating gallons will work in every pool, no matter what the shape or size. Rectangle, oval, or amoeba-shaped, you'll have greater accuracy if you calculate…

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Read more about the article What To Do When Pool Water Freezes

What To Do When Pool Water Freezes

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:February 15, 2021
  • Post category:Pool Service Tips

If you own a swimming pool and have winterized it because you are in an area where that is the common practice - This is NOT for you! You have…

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Read more about the article Ancient Pool Pro Secrets

Ancient Pool Pro Secrets

  • Post author:Rudy
  • Post published:December 18, 2020
  • Post category:Pool Service Tips

Things we used to use that are still recommended that no one knows about [responsivevoice_button voice="UK English Male" buttontext="Listen to Post"] I'm not sure if you knew this or not,…

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Read more about the article How Pool Pump Cavitation Sucks!

How Pool Pump Cavitation Sucks!

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  • Post published:December 11, 2020
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I'm afraid there's not going to be anything pretty about this one. At least not with the diagrams. I want to talk about Why Pool Pump Cavitation Sucks and the…

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Read more about the article Backwashing Pool Filter Weekly is NOT a Thing!

Backwashing Pool Filter Weekly is NOT a Thing!

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  • Post published:December 4, 2020
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[responsivevoice_button voice="UK English Male" buttontext="Listen to Post"] Backwash Pool Filter. Filters are designed to have water run through them in a certain direction. To clean two of the three types…

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Read more about the article 7 Easy Ways to Find The Pool Leak

7 Easy Ways to Find The Pool Leak

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  • Post published:November 28, 2020
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The water level is down. It's either a problem, or it's not a problem. How do you know for sure? Before running around like a wackadoo on the streets shouting…

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Read more about the article Cleaning Paint Spilled in a Pool

Cleaning Paint Spilled in a Pool

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  • Post published:October 17, 2020
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Whether it is by accident or the act of vandals, discovering paint dumped into a swimming pool is extremely disheartening. This is the intent of the crime in the case…

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Read more about the article Jules’s Green Pool Algae Treatment Program

Jules’s Green Pool Algae Treatment Program

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  • Post published:October 10, 2020
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Nearly every day, I get a different first-time visitor to our store saying, “Help!  My pool is green!”  This is how we usually meet our future new customers. We need…

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Read more about the article 20 Surprising Tips for New Pool Pros

20 Surprising Tips for New Pool Pros

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  • Post published:September 6, 2020
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[responsivevoice_button voice="US English Female" buttontext="Listen to Post"] So you have chosen the Swimming Pool Industry for your livelihood.  Or maybe, like a lot of us, you kinda just fell into…

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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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