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SPEC Urges Letter Writing to Support SB 1254 Against Underground Economy ACT BY June 15th 9am

John Norwood, President of SPEC, announced today that SB 1254, a bill SPEC is actively advocating, is scheduled for a hearing before the Assembly Business, Professions and Consumer Protection Committee on Tuesday, June 15th at 9:00 a.m. SPEC urges a

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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How are you battling the Underground Economy? SPEC has Fact Sheets to Help!

Industry advocate, SPEC (California Spa & Pool Industry Education Council), announces the third leg of a three-part action campaign designed to help the industry fight and win against the activities of contractors who don’t play by the rules – the la

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Compensation Plan for Construction / Renovation Manager

What are some of you business owners doing for compensation of your construction and renovation managers? We are looking for some detail that improves performance and achieves our goals for financial profit. If you have a document to share my email a

Started by Brian McGarry, CBP in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Contract Warranty Work

Is anyone doing contract warranty work for any manufacturers? If so, what are your experiences good or bad. Do you only warranty what you sell? You don't have to name companies if you don't want to. I'm trying to get a comparison of the way the some

Started by Jeff Woods in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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SPEC Supports Bill to Combat the Underground Economy

Last week, SPEC testified before the Assembly Committee on Labor &Employment in support of AB 2770, a bill authored by Assemblymen BillMonning (D-Santa Cruz) and Bill Berryhill (R-Stockton) tocombat California’s underground economy. SPEC

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Visionary Science, Artful Application Found at World Aquatic Health Conference Oct 6-8

If you haven't been to one, this is YOUR year to attend the World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC). Be one of the over 300 attendees who come together each year to understand emerging issues, identify opportunities and formulate future plans.

This y

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Iphone

Purchased an Iphone recently and I am wondering if anyone has one and what kind of apps are you using to support your business if any. Thanks

Started by Elliot Parker in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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ValPack, the direct mail coupon packets you get in the mail...

Hey everyone,

I talked with our local "Valpack" representative today. Valpack is one of those coupon mailing packets you get in the mail every one in a while. Has anyone advertised with this method before and seen success? They are charging $300 per

Started by Loren Whitney in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Should I Become A Member of APSP?

I am currently debating whether I should join as a member to APSP. I want to but I don't know what category I fall under. I own a website that provides pool care information. I guess you can call it a service but I think I would fall under
Single Pers

Started by Matthew Giovanisci in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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American Physical Therapy Association Aquatic Section Summit Partners with 2010 World Aquatic Health™ Conference

The Aquatic Physical Therapy Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) will hold its Summit in conjunction with the 2010 World Aquatic Health™ Conference (WAHC™) scheduled October 6-8, at the Antlers Hilton Hotel located in downtown

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Bill Introduced to Protect Thousands of Public and Residential Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs from being Shut Down In California

AB 2409 is intended to separate pools, spas and hot tubs from the definition of “water feature.”

John Norwood, President of SPEC, the California Spa & Pool Industry Education Council, announced the introduction of AB 2409 in the California Legislatur

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Plastering or re-plastering - Why not consider using custom tile art while you're at it?

This is a great way to add personalized character and pizzazz!

Dave White
Aesthetic Tile Imaging
www.atileimage.com

Started by Dave White in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Pitch Book, Laptop Presentation or Sales Blab?

What do you use to present and sell your products or services?
Do you use a customized pitch book, custom laptop presentation or do you rely on sales blab to sell your product or service?
Some may even use a combination of all of the above?
Please share

Started by Mark Richter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Check this Movie Out -

This makes me think of where our industry would be without
SPEC protecting us in California...

abrisskugel.wmv

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Great Health Benefit article

Nice article written by Mike Popke with
Athletic Business - an excellent summary
of where we are with hot water immersion
research as well as some other new
health benefit research, and a bottom-line message you can use in your business today.
Read at th

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Any pool builders offering PV photovoltaic energy options?

Has any pool builder or service company considered offering PV photovoltaic energy as another revenue stream? This might be a new source of income in an expanding and growing industry that could benefit our industry and planet.
Please comment on your

Started by Mark Richter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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SPEC Update: Independent Contractor Withholding Proposal Delayed

“Thank you to all SPEC members who responded by making phone calls, sending emails, faxes, or letters. They helped delay this proposal,” said Mr. Norwood. “However, the proposal is not off the table. The Legislature still has to close a $6 billion b

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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SPEC Says the Fight is Not Over But We Need Everyone's Help

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Laurie Batter
760-438-9304
batterup@batterupproductions.com

The Fight is Not Over, says SPEC
California Legislature Considering 3% Withholding of Fees Paid to Independent Contractors

“The

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Anyone going to the Western Pool & Spa Show?

We will probably be going just Thursday night for the trade show portion and not the classes. Anyone else going?

Started by Jennifer Dorn in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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URGENT Action required: California Legislature Considering 3% Withholding of Fees Paid to Independent Contractors

Industry members, pool service pros in particular are called to take action before FEB 21st - read below, or click on this link to download the pdf http://www.batterupproductions.com/SPEC/SPEC3%Withholding.pdf

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact:

Laurie

Started by Laurie Batter in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Pool/Spa Articles

Inground Pool, need a Rebuild, Concrete Bottom, Steel Sides = Big Issues

Posted by Rob Da-J-Man on September 19, 2025 at 11:57am in Pool Design

Inground Pool, need a Rebuild, Concrete Bottom, Steel Sides = Big Issues

asking for a friend, and they are open to work with Qualified Vendors and Contractors : preferably Local - near Chicago area

The "Ancient" steel…

Considerations in Building a "Vanishing Edge" Swimming Pool

Posted by Rex Richard on September 13, 2023 at 4:50pm in Pool Design

Welcome To The Pool Genius Network

Posted by Rex Richard on August 10, 2023 at 5:12pm in Pool Design

If you are a member of the "pool industry" community, you have found your home.

This is a network of pool builders, service professionals, retailers, and pool sales reps,…

The Importance of Yard Elevation in Swimming Pool Design

Posted by Rex Richard on August 10, 2023 at 4:58pm in Pool Design

For…

The Psychology of Swimming Pool Sales: Dive Into the Mind of the Buyer

Posted by Rex Richard on August 10, 2023 at 4:43pm in Pool Design

Swimming pools are often associated with luxury, relaxation, and endless summer fun. But there's more than just the allure of crystal-clear water that leads a…

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry - New Volume 6 Now Online

Posted by Que Hales on March 14, 2019 at 9:32pm

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry is coming back! JSPSI, a peer-reviewed technical journal, began in 1995 as a subscription-supported print-based publication. It contained articles at a technical…

Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years

Posted by Kim Skinner on February 11, 2019 at 5:07pm

All pool plaster finishes should last 20 years or more. However, some last only 5 to 7 years, and some less than a year before the plaster surface deteriorates, discolors, and looks terrible.

Why the difference? Very often, plaster…

Is Pool Water Balance Always the Problem?

Posted by Kim Skinner on February 6, 2019 at 4:24pm

For 50 years, the pool industry has considered pool water within an LSI of -0.3 and +0.5 to be acceptable and balanced. But recently, and without providing any supporting science or research, the NPC is trying to convince the industry that any…

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Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit (241)

SPEC Urges Letter Writing to Support SB 1254 Against Underground Economy ACT BY June 15th 9am

How are you battling the Underground Economy? SPEC has Fact Sheets to Help!

Compensation Plan for Construction / Renovation Manager

Contract Warranty Work

SPEC Supports Bill to Combat the Underground Economy

Visionary Science, Artful Application Found at World Aquatic Health Conference Oct 6-8

Iphone

ValPack, the direct mail coupon packets you get in the mail...

Should I Become A Member of APSP?

American Physical Therapy Association Aquatic Section Summit Partners with 2010 World Aquatic Health™ Conference

Bill Introduced to Protect Thousands of Public and Residential Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs from being Shut Down In California

Plastering or re-plastering - Why not consider using custom tile art while you're at it?

Pitch Book, Laptop Presentation or Sales Blab?

Check this Movie Out -

Great Health Benefit article

Any pool builders offering PV photovoltaic energy options?

SPEC Update: Independent Contractor Withholding Proposal Delayed

SPEC Says the Fight is Not Over But We Need Everyone's Help

Anyone going to the Western Pool & Spa Show?

URGENT Action required: California Legislature Considering 3% Withholding of Fees Paid to Independent Contractors

Note: this page contains paid content.

Pool/Spa Articles

Inground Pool, need a Rebuild, Concrete Bottom, Steel Sides = Big Issues

Considerations in Building a "Vanishing Edge" Swimming Pool

Welcome To The Pool Genius Network

The Importance of Yard Elevation in Swimming Pool Design

The Psychology of Swimming Pool Sales: Dive Into the Mind of the Buyer

The Journal of the Swimming Pool and Spa Industry - New Volume 6 Now Online

Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years

Is Pool Water Balance Always the Problem?

Note: this page contains paid content.