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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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,
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…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.
Read more…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
Read more…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
Read more…As customers get more energy conscious here in Ohio, particularly commercial facilities, I am getting more inquires about savings for pumps. Naturally, VFDs come up. Does anyone have long-term experience with VFDs other than Pentair's Intelliflo pump
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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…
