Posted by Clint Combs on December 28, 2009 at 12:30pm
We had some people over for the holidays and after they left, my wife went to tidy up our guest bathroom. Before they arrived, she had put a new carefully folded Christmas towel on the rack. Although all of our guests used the bathroom at some point
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Posted by Mark Richter on December 21, 2009 at 12:24pm
I am declaring Phone Wars on PGN. What is your favorite mobile phone device? Why is it the best, and how does it help you in your business and personal life? How are you using mobile devices in your business?And may the best mobile phone win.Thanks f
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Posted by Que Hales on December 20, 2009 at 9:30pm
When calcium ions in pool water precipitate onto tile and interior pool surfaces as a solid white crust or crystal, the most common form of precipitate is calcium carbonate (CaCO3), commonly referred to in the trade as “scale”.Calcium Carbonate scale
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Posted by Chuck Beavers on December 19, 2009 at 5:15pm
Fellow Pool Professionals,How many times have you said to your customer,"OK I turned the water on, whatever you do don't shut the water off until the water gets to the tile line or it will leave a line." Then you leave and come back tomorrow expectin
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Posted by Clint Combs on December 17, 2009 at 10:39am
I think it is clear by our participation on this website that all of us here at Pool Genius see the value in online social networking. Today I came across a good website that addresses just this topic in a clear and concise manner.A key theme on that
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Posted by Mark Richter on December 15, 2009 at 6:11am
Most likely other than loose change, car keys and pocket fuzz you will find your favorite personal electronic device your cell phone or the new smart phones.With new smart phone technology and expanding faster networks we will be using these devices
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Posted by Harry Smith on December 13, 2009 at 9:12am
Over the past few years, we have noticed a trend moving to smaller vessels of water being built with a focus on safety, versatility, and “green” benefits being demanded by the homeowner.With more public awareness to drowning and accidental injuries t
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Posted by Mark Richter on December 12, 2009 at 3:45pm
Mobile technology is exploding. Have you put together a mobile strategy? Have you looked at how your website looks on your mobile phone? Have you looked at how your mobile device could assist you in your business?These are all good questions to get y
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Sales may be a little slower (for some) but the PGN has been a definite bright spot -This sharing of ideas and information by so many different facets of the industrycan only have a positive impact on all those who participate and log on!!As a niche
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Posted by David Hoff on December 2, 2009 at 2:30pm
In THEORY based on 2 MILLION POOLS
(if anyone knows the exact number of AG+IG pools in CA please reply in comments)Here is the formula:Length * Width * Average Depth * Multiplier = GallonsDetermine the Multiplier:Rectangle, square, or free-form pool:m
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hi ,i am reposting this so i cant remember what i wrote before but this was the idea . we need to drive traffic to our store for holidays gifts ect . we carry spa chem and acc. i bought a line of patio and garden items from team sports america . umbe
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Posted by Merry Wise on November 10, 2009 at 4:28pm
Small businesses create approximately 70% of the jobs in this country, so I have read. The politicians invoke small business all the time, but how many government policies really support us, help us create more jobs, enhance our chances to survive, m
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I work for a swimming pool management company and we currently chlorinate our pools with vantage tablets and stick chlorine. We are looking into switching to saltwater chlorinators, but don't know much about them when being used on large public pools
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Hi Everyone,It is with real sadness to say that I am no longer the voice of LOOP-LOC. However I am presently seeking employment so if you or anyone you know is seeking a hard working, reliable, honest Receptionist, Office Manager, Administrator or As
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Hi, Im looking for a source to find pool contracts that i can use in my business, I need weekly pool service contract, liner replacement contract, pool draining contract, ect. If some one could help me I would be greatly appreciate it!Thank you, Robe
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Posted by Kirk Gilmore on October 21, 2009 at 8:00am
Has anyone ever seen Black Algae push through tile and plaster before? I have pictures that I can email and a sample I can send. The look and texture of this substance seems a little different than the black algae I have encountered before. If anyone
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Posted by Merry Wise on October 11, 2009 at 10:34am
It won't be long before many of us will be attending one of the many pool and spa trade shows around the country. Trade shows are great opportunities to get away from our day to day stresses, learn new things, network with some of the best and bright
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Posted by Kim Skinner on September 28, 2009 at 1:32pm
The onBalance Bicarb Start Up method is as follows, including pictures.Step 1 – Pre-testing the Water• We Test the chemistry of the tap water that will be used to fill the pool. The key characteristics we observe are pH, Alkalinity, Hardness, Copper
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Posted by Kim Skinner on September 23, 2009 at 4:59pm
In a nutshell, the “Bicarb Start-up” is a method which helps eliminate the formation of “plaster dust” in new plaster pools and which results in denser, smoother, more durable plaster than other techniques.When a new plaster pool is filled with typic
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