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Have you read about the legislative bills SPEC is watching and working on for 2010: Remember, what happens in California is often exported to other states.

The deadline for legislators to introduce bills for the 2010 California Legislative Session was the end of February. Legislators introduced 1,310 new bills for the 2010 Legislative Session. These bills will be considered over the next six months, a

Started by Laurie Batter in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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Light cord stuck in conduit

Hello all,

Having some problems pulling a pool light. I am pulling an AP 400 W, 100'
So far have gotten only about an inch of movement. This thing is so stuck that pulling through the J-Box just tore up the end. Next we tried jumping into the pool a

Started by Scott Kaiser in Pool Service Topics

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Sanitation of Sump Fountain

We have a 1,500 gallon fountain with a submersible sump for the equipment. My service guys are having a hard time keeping the water clear. Has anyone had success with adding a submersible feeder or other device to keep the water sanitized? Your co

Started by Brian McGarry, CBP in Pool Service Topics

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Water Containment French Drain

Hello all I have recently drained a pool for a liner replacement and need to instal a line underneath the pool to alleviate the ground water. I was just looking for some tips of dos and don'ts if anyone has any advice.

Thanks

Started by Brian Siegel in Pool Service Topics

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Liner floating solutions?

What are some succesful solutions for preventing pool liners from floating on existing pools as well as new construction?

Started by Jay Tucker in Pool Service Topics

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Local health department says no to Intelliflo

Hey guys:

Our local health department has just denying the installation of two Pentair Intelliflo pumps for a commerical application. Their reasoning was that the pumps could be turned down below flow rate requirements... What do you guys think? Do yo

Started by Loren Whitney in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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Liquid pool cover ( Isopropyl or silicone? )

Hello, everyone. Here an issue I try to get around. I am using solar liquid pool cover with isopropyl alcohol base . The product works very well but I wonder if it is the best avaible solution.

I know that silicone base liquid cover is also use. Basic

Started by Philippe Seguin in Energy Efficiency

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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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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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FINANCAL SOFTWARE FOR RETAIL STORE

I am looking for all in one software for our retail and service company. We want to track inventory and also keep track of income and expenses by our profit centers i.e. retail, service, maintenance. Anny ideas?

Started by Kim Cox in Pool Retail Topics

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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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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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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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Who has installed a VGBA skimmer equalizer cover?

Hi everyone,

I'm faced with a local health department that is requiring VGBA compliant skimmer equalizer covers. I've looked at the Pentair and Waterway covers so far and it looks like I'll need to chip the plaster away to expose the plumbing for the

Started by Loren Whitney in Pool Service Topics

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Cover Steps or what?

I have a customer who is going to replace their liner. They have center end steps, white, standard type. They were stained (black/dark grey) during the concrete pour a couple of years ago. What are my options. They DO NOT want white steps anymore. Ca

Started by Wes Burdine in Pool Service Topics

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Eclipse 3

I would like to hear any input regarding Eclipse 3, a copper sulfate based product......

Started by John Dauzat

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SPEC Reports California Contractors State License Board Adopts Position on 2010 Legislation

The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) met in Indian Wells, California on Thursday, March 11, 2010. The Board meeting was held in conjunction with the Nevada State Contractors Board. One of the key action items on the agenda was the

Started by Laurie Batter in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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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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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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All Discussions (703)

Have you read about the legislative bills SPEC is watching and working on for 2010: Remember, what happens in California is often exported to other states.

Light cord stuck in conduit

Sanitation of Sump Fountain

Water Containment French Drain

Liner floating solutions?

Local health department says no to Intelliflo

Liquid pool cover ( Isopropyl or silicone? )

Iphone

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

Pitch Book, Laptop Presentation or Sales Blab?

FINANCAL SOFTWARE FOR RETAIL STORE

Any pool builders offering PV photovoltaic energy options?

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

Should I Become A Member of APSP?

Who has installed a VGBA skimmer equalizer cover?

Cover Steps or what?

Eclipse 3

SPEC Reports California Contractors State License Board Adopts Position on 2010 Legislation

Check this Movie Out -

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.