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Im ready to get involved with Leak Detection.

I'm interested in getting involved in pool leak detection work. Was wondering everyones thoughts on this. Information regarding equipment needed, equipment cost, and training would all be appreciated.Thanks Jacob

Started by Jacob Durand in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Jandy or Pentair

I was wanted to get thoughts on Jandy equipment versus Pentair. We have been with Pentair for 4 years, but we are entertaining the idea of switching to Jandy. Does anyone have experience using both? We use mostly EasyTouch automation with VS Pumps. T

Started by Brad Carney in Pool Retail Topics

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ASME Pool Drain Sump Standard A112.19.8-2007 2.3.4

I apologize if you are seeing this twice. I posted this on AI Connect also. But I think we ALL need to pressure ASME to revise the A112.19.8-2007.Generally, new or revised standards only apply to new work and cannot be applied to existing facilities

Started by John Gable in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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Painting

I am going to drain and paint my pool. I have no idea what paint is already on the pool but I do know I would like to repaint it. It is an indoor concrete pool. I also Intend to replace my chlorine feeder at the same time and use a different type of

Started by Paul Bowen in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Dry Hydrant for Residential Pools with VGB in mind.

We have been asked to provide a bid on a rectangular 20 x 49 pool with depth from sun shelf (9 x 20) to 3'-6" to 8'-6". This is not an issue. One of the alternates is - the home is in a rural area and the insurance carrier has offered a substantial d

Started by Tim Coleman in Advanced Pool Design

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Fiber optic add ons??????HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just had a customer call me to upgrade his pool! Money is deffenitly not an option he had a 100,000 pool built and the builder cheaped out on lighting he put perimiter fiberoptics only the customer is not satisfied with the lighting at night.He wan

Started by Cajun Pool Boy in Pool Service Topics

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Residential Pool Inspections

A recent newspaper article in the "Home" section warned prospective buyers that home inspectors weren't really qualified to assess the condition of the pool/spa environ & related equipment. Could a hook-up with home inspection services be a new reven

Started by PoolDraw in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Who is going on the Polaris trip to Monte Carlo?

Just thought we might start a discussion and share info about the trip. My daughter has been to Provence twice and had some good suggestions and I am still trying to find out some tips, too. Also, would anyone be interested in going together on a car

Started by Merry Wise in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Puzzling "stain"

In January a service tech added a copper-based algaecide that he has used with great success for many years. The pools had cya readings around 100 and the pool temperatures were 58 degrees - all other chemistry was within range. A few pools developed

Started by Mark Finster in Pool Service Topics

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FREE WATER TESTING

Free Water Testing seems to be the norm with Pool/Spa retailers. However in order to deter pool/spa owners from taking advantage of free water testing and then buying from a discounter or Big Box retailer, this year we introduced a Water Testing Card

Started by TED E.C. DUNCAN in Pool Retail Topics

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Concrete Pool Deck Cracks

I am looking for some feedback on repairing deck cracks. I was speaking to a very seasoned pool builder that said he uses fiberglass to effect repairs. I had not heard of this solution but he insists that he's never had a recall on the repair. Anyone

Started by Brian McGarry, CBP in Pool Service Topics

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FYI - Pool Financing

Trolling through pool builder websites I came across this link for swimming pool financing;the finance website was last updated 3/2009 so it's seems like a current enterprise.http://www.loansforthehome.com

Started by PoolDraw in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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H2B WORK VISA PROGRAM / STAFFING ISSUES

In the northeast our service business is very seasonal and we only have about 7 months were there is a huge demand for pool service techs and then the other 5 months are very slow. We have found that the H2B work visa programs have helped us to expan

Started by Bill Gaias in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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7-UP Color Green Water - Bromine Pool

I get this problem occasionally and there is always a different answer. I have an 20,000 indoor hotel pool. The hotel has let the water and filter system go during these trying economic times. Now the water has turned a 7-UP color green. The water is

Started by Steve Sowa

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All tile pools in winter

A customer has asked for a price on tiling his entire pool, walls and floor. It is a 20 year old gunite pool inside of an older concrete pool. Typically, the winter water level in a gunite pool will spall the plaster over time. If the pool is tiled,

Started by Rob Lane in Advanced Pool Design

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PoolCorp Acquires General Pool Supply, But Where Do Dealers Stand?

PoolCorp Acquires General Pool Supply, But Where Do Dealers Stand?I recommend you all read the linked article, and then come back here to leave your thoughts and comments.I am very interested to hear peoples reactions:Does this affect you?Are General

Started by Monique Nelson in Pool Retail Topics

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CALCIUM BLEED ON SLATE / CERAMIC TILES

I have noticed over the years that the calcium bleed that you always see on tiles has really gotten worse in the last couple of years. I have been trying to gather some info on different types of thin set and grout and see if their composition has ch

Started by Bill Gaias in Pool Service Topics

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Charging to bid

I have started to charge service calls to bid for repairs, but I'm wondering if anyone is charging to bid liner replacements and what the going price and terms are? Thanks for any input.

Started by Rick Hamilton in Pool Service Topics

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What type of software are you using to help operate your pool biz?

I'm really curious to get an idea of what software you are using to help manage your swimming pool business. It is a complete backend system, financial only, route/scheduling only? Please share!Also, where are you located and how many pool accounts d

Started by Loren Whitney in Pool Service Topics

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The Last American Industry??? Are you a Patriot?

Do you realize we are the only industry in the U.S. were you can buy 100% American Made Products to go along with our 100% American Made Products and Services??? Think about Wal Mart, we as a pool and spa trade are competeing against them and do not

Started by Phil Hatio 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)

Im ready to get involved with Leak Detection.

Jandy or Pentair

ASME Pool Drain Sump Standard A112.19.8-2007 2.3.4

Painting

Dry Hydrant for Residential Pools with VGB in mind.

Fiber optic add ons??????HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

Residential Pool Inspections

Who is going on the Polaris trip to Monte Carlo?

Puzzling "stain"

FREE WATER TESTING

Concrete Pool Deck Cracks

FYI - Pool Financing

H2B WORK VISA PROGRAM / STAFFING ISSUES

7-UP Color Green Water - Bromine Pool

All tile pools in winter

PoolCorp Acquires General Pool Supply, But Where Do Dealers Stand?

CALCIUM BLEED ON SLATE / CERAMIC TILES

Charging to bid

What type of software are you using to help operate your pool biz?

The Last American Industry??? Are you a Patriot?

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.