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
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
Read more…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.
What are some succesful solutions for preventing pool liners from floating on existing pools as well as new construction?
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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
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.
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
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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
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
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?
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
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
Read more…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
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
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
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
Read more…I would like to hear any input regarding Eclipse 3, a copper sulfate based product......
Read more…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
Read more…This makes me think of where our industry would be without
SPEC protecting us in California...
Has anyone used Orenda CV700 enzyme product? If so, what are your thoughts.
Read more…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,…
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 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…
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…
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…
There are two important issues involved when trying to achieve quality colored pool plaster that will remain durable, attractive, and the proper shade for many years.
The first issue is to utilize superior workmanship practices to achieve…
