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OMG my favorite site is laggy... or maybe it's me

Ray and I have been going back and forth trying to figure out why it takes so long for me to load some pages on PGN.Sometimes things load very quickly and other times it takes several minutes to load a page. Typically it takes a long time when loadin

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

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Quotes and Contracts

When we provide a proposal for a pool we do it in the form of a very detailed scope letter in order to create an understanding between us and the owner as to what we include or do not include because we feel that it is our resposibility to define wha

Started by Ben Tipton in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Natural Pools

There is an emerging trend of natural pools in Australia. A natural pool is a pool that is free of chemicals and relies on an artificial fresh water ecosystem to maintain its water condition.The following is extracted from the BioNova website:"At the

Started by Bryan Goh

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New Associated Press story regarding VGB Act update

FYI, this story just hit the newswire and is on the Washington Post online edition. It is already showing up and likely to be showing up over the weekend through various news outlets.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/03/20/AR2

Started by Laurie Batter in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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Commercial suction Vacuum Heads

Which brand works for you in manual type commercial vacuum heads for very large pools...

Started by Nitin Thakker in Pool Retail Topics

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Sense and Despense Technology

I need some educating:I would like someone to give me a breakdown on the Sense & Dispense Technology (S&D T). I am currently installing the Aqua Rite System as a salt generator. I have never added S&D T to an existing system. I do see this as a wonde

Started by Wes Burdine

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Slate pool deck around salt pool with slate flaking off

Does anybody have a recommendation for a sealer to use on a slate pool deck where the slate is flaking off because of salt splash out? Is it possible to preserve the slate?

Started by Vicki Hammonds in Pool Service Topics

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Bonding Pool water

Hi everyone,I came up with a way to bond pool water that meets the new NEC 2008 Code. I am from MA. where last year January 2008 we went on the NEC 2008 Code. At that time know one had anything so I came up with a product called Bond Safe 680 ( www.b

Started by Joe Masciarelli in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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heat pump service

At a recent class on heaters one of the participants stated that there is against federal law for a person not licensed inn the handling of refrigerants to remove the access cover of a heat pump if he cavity includes the refrigerant coil. The teacher

Started by David Jamieson in Pool Service Topics

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Who is going to the Western Pool & Spa show?

What are your expectations? Who are you planning to see? What classes are you taking?

Started by Kristen (Daniels) MacDowell in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Stainless Steel Pool Wall Targets

Looking for either decals or a way to have paint stick to a stainless steel pool for a swimming target.

Started by Brian Katz in Pool Service Topics

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What else do you sell?

Hello All,I was wondering how many of you pool & spa retailers carry something else in your store? Tanning Beds, Fire Places, Pool Tables, Outdoor Furniture and such?What works? What doesn’t? Why?Does it depend on location, competent sales reps, adve

Started by Seth Schlangen in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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Perimeter Overflow Pools

Does anyone have any information / suggestions on perimeter overflow pools? I have a Client with an existing pool, who is interested in a perimeter overflow pool. The Client has requested to modify the shape of the pool into a rectangle and potential

Started by Tim Grey in Advanced Pool Design

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What sells well? What doesn't?

We all have items in our stores that are SUCCESSES because they almost sell themselves. We also have those new items we've just found and we're HOPEFUL that they'll be something our customers will actually want. And then there are those items that ha

Started by Kelly Reed in Pool Retail Topics

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Coping repair on gunite pool

I have an apartment complex which has asked me to repair the coping around its pool. The coping is concrete, painted white. The maintenance men at the complex have patched many times over the years, leaving multiple fractures and flaking. It is 12" w

Started by Wes Burdine in Pool Service Topics

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Loans for swimming pools....Who offers them?

I'm looking to the experts here to see where you might recommend finance companies that are offering loans for swimming pool construction for the home owner. I know most people have a bank that they use to get home equity loans etc, but I also know t

Started by Darlene M. Roy in Business Growth, Expansion, and Current Opportunit

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VGB - Split Drains: Safest Solution?

Hey Pool Genius’I am new to Pool Genius, so I apologize if this question has been raised elsewhere on the site.Is the safest solution hydraulically balanced split drains, 3’ or more apart, with properly installed covers and sumps and flow rates that

Started by Westside in Safety, Standards, and Codes

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What are some suggestions for selling & building during drought restrictions?

I have checked the state drought map monthly for the past year to try to circumvent any restrictions that may be placed upon us as a builder. What suggestions do you have for working with your local officials on restrictions, selling techniques and f

Started by Wendy Purser in Pool Retail Topics

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Is Phosfree and similar products worth using?

In South Texas summers, algae growth is a big problem. Is the use of phosphate removers an effective preventative or is regular use of polyquat algaecide the way to go? We're new in the business and have been attending supplier seminars. We are heari

Started by Vicki Hammonds

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VGB drain testing

Does anyone out their know a Profession Engineer (or company) that is experienced with testing main drain grates for VGB/ANSI compliance? We manage a few facilities that have stainless steel grates of a odd size. I was interested in the price to have

Started by Dan Reed 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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All Discussions (703)

OMG my favorite site is laggy... or maybe it's me

Quotes and Contracts

Natural Pools

New Associated Press story regarding VGB Act update

Commercial suction Vacuum Heads

Sense and Despense Technology

Slate pool deck around salt pool with slate flaking off

Bonding Pool water

heat pump service

Who is going to the Western Pool & Spa show?

Stainless Steel Pool Wall Targets

What else do you sell?

Perimeter Overflow Pools

What sells well? What doesn't?

Coping repair on gunite pool

Loans for swimming pools....Who offers them?

VGB - Split Drains: Safest Solution?

What are some suggestions for selling & building during drought restrictions?

Is Phosfree and similar products worth using?

VGB drain testing

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.