The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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The Pool Guy Podcast Show
In this podcast I cover everything swimming pool care-related from chemistry to automatic cleaners and equipment. I focus on the pool service side of things and also offer tips to homeowners. There are also some great interviews with guests from inside the industry.
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1868 episodis
Zero Chlorine? Here’s What’s Really Happening
Chlorine keeps vanishing, the water looks fine, and your test kit keeps gaslighting you. We’ve all been there, and the fix isn’t “just add more.” I wa...
No Chlorine From Your Salt System? Here’s Why
Chlorine at zero and a control panel full of mixed messages can make any pool owner or service pro feel stuck. We break the problem apart step by step...
Best Tools for Pool Water Accuracy
Tired of chasing the “perfect” pool water tester that does it all? We unpack the trade-offs behind the most trusted tools on a pro’s truck and show ho...
Algae Eating Your Profits? Fix It Fast
Algae looks small, but it’s a budget killer. We pull back the curtain on how blooms steal minutes, erode customer trust, and rack up chemical costs ac...
Cal Hypo Explained: The Good, The Bad & The Calcium
What if your “quick shock” could bleach a liner, stain a step, or even trigger an explosive reaction in your feeder? We take a hard, practical look at...
Bob Lowry: Party-Ready Pools and Alkalinity Control
Big bather load on the calendar and worried about cloudy water, itchy eyes, or a long recovery the next day? We brought in legendary chemist and educa...
Bob Lowry Explains Trichlor Tablets and Pool Acid Cautions
Think evaporation lowers cyanuric acid? Think again. We open the cover on persistent pool myths with help from the late Bob Lowry’s clear, data-driven...
Cal-Hypo and Black Pool Stains: Bob Lowry Explains
A black stain appears the moment cal hypo hits the floor—panic sets in. We unpack why that stain isn’t a new disaster but copper changing form, and ho...
How the Pool Industry Can Lead in Water Conservation – Terry Arko
The way we treat pool water is changing fast, and for good reason. Drought cycles, shrinking reservoirs, and tighter local rules are pushing the indus...
Bob Lowry’s Legacy In Every Backyard with Terry Arko
The best pool chemistry advice is the kind you can use on your next route. We sit down with Terry Arco to share how Bob Lowry’s teachings are being re...
Upgrading Your Pool Tools for 2026
Ready to make 2026 the year your route runs smoother, faster, and with less strain? We’re sharing the exact tools that pay you back in minutes saved a...
Breaking Into Commercial Pool Service
Ready to land commercial pool accounts without racing to the bottom on price? We break down exactly how to win bids with HOAs, apartments, and hotels...
Why Verbal Pool Agreements Eventually Fail
Confusion is expensive. We walk through the simple service agreements and targeted waivers that keep your pool business protected when jobs get messy,...
The Truth About “Budget” Pool Customers
Ever had a client say, “If it’s not broken, don’t fix it,” while you stare at a rusted filter and a pump on life support? We’ve been there. This episo...
Pool Route Tips You Can Use This Week
Your route doesn’t have to be a grind. We unpack the simple habits that separate smooth, profitable days from chaotic ones, drawing on three decades o...
Pool Pro Pricing Guide: Are You Charging Enough?
Prices are shifting, chemicals are spiking, and margins get squeezed fastest when your billing model hides the true cost of service. We unpack the 202...
The Real Benefits of Being a Self-Employed Pool Professional
Ready to stop chasing every call and start running a business that serves your life? We dig into the mindset shifts and practical moves that help pool...
Why Getting Paid Is Half the Job in Pool Service
Cash flow shouldn’t depend on crossed fingers and polite reminders. We break down a practical system any pool service pro can use to get paid on time,...
Can You Trust Pool Test Strips?
Your pool test is only as good as the tool you choose—and the eyes reading it. We dive straight into the real-world trade-offs between test strips, re...
Salt, Stains, and Short Run Times: Pool Mistakes to Avoid
Think a “low salt” alert means grab another bag? That assumption can wreck a salt system, corrode equipment, and leave you with a pool that won’t chlo...
The Truth About Chem Costs and Pool Service Rates
Prices at the supply house keep climbing, and chlorine isn’t bouncing back to 2016. We dig into the real reasons chemical costs surged 100–160% in jus...
Ask the Pool Guy: YouTube Q&A
Tired of white dust on your dark pebble finish, shredded filter media, or the stress of a sudden cold snap? We dig into the practical, money-saving ta...
Why Your Pool Pump Isn’t the Problem — Your Filter Is
Clear water starts with the right filter, not a monster pump. We dive into the real drivers of pool clarity and ease of maintenance, showing why filte...
Cart vs Cordless: Which Pool Vacuum Is Best?
Heavy leaves or fine dust—what’s slowing you down? We break down the real-world tradeoffs between the most popular pool vacuum systems so you can matc...
Normal Pool Behavior vs Real Problems
Ever heard a variable speed pump scream for a minute on a cold morning and wondered if the motor is toast? We dig into the real-world signs that separ...
Why Dog Pools Are Never “Balanced”
Clients adore their dogs, and many let them swim daily. We get real about what that means for your route: higher bather load, stubborn scum lines, clo...
Pool Service Vacation Rules Every Pro Should Know
Want a pool service schedule that actually lets you take time off without losing momentum or money? We break down a practical framework for solo opera...
The Right Way to Clean Heavy Debris Pools
Leaves don’t just make a mess, they steal your time, stress your body, and starve your margins. We break down a clean, repeatable system to handle hea...
Pool Service Bidding Rules Every Pro Must Follow
Saying yes to every pool is the fastest way to burn out your route and your margins. We break down a practical bidding system for weekly service, gree...
Stop Chasing Fine Dirt: Bottom Feeder Cartridge Filter Assembly 2.0
Dust lines, cloudy steps, and second passes with a manual vac eat time and profit. We tackled the root problem—fine debris slipping through bags—and p...
When “One More Pool” Isn’t Worth
Ever wish you could drop a problem account without triggering a one-star review? We dig into a step-by-step method for ending service gracefully, usin...
Stop Driving, Start Earning: Building a Tight Pool Route
Driving less can be the biggest raise you give yourself. We dive into how to tighten your pool service route so every mile worked actually pays, from...
You’re Driving Past Profit: Hidden Revenue on Your Pool Route
Ready to grow your pool business without adding long days or heavy labor? We break down a simple strategy to boost revenue using services already hidi...
Small Truck: When Going Compact Makes Sense
The truck you drive can either protect your margin or quietly drain it, and most pros overestimate how much vehicle they really need. We walk through...
Dive In: Season 10 Starts Now
Two truths shape modern pool care: the fundamentals haven’t changed, and expectations never stop rising. We dig into why pool service remains resilien...
Balance or Bust: Finding the Ideal pH with Eric Knight
Forget the old rule that outdoor pools must live at 7.4 pH. We dig into why cyanuric acid, not pH, is the dominant force behind chlorine strength in t...
Pool Chemistry Truths: Chlorine, pH & CYA with Eric Knight
Most pool pros have heard it for years: lower the pH to make chlorine stronger. That’s true in non-stabilized water, but once cyanuric acid enters the...
PoolRx Boosters: When, Why, and How—According to Fred Schweer
Clear water without the constant chlorine chase starts with getting the minerals right. We sat down with Fridge Tweer from PoolRx to unpack how proper...
High CYA & High Metals: Fred Schweer’s Fix-It Formula
Algae that won’t quit, stains that appear out of nowhere, and chlorine that seems to do less the more you add—if that sounds familiar, you’re not alon...
Fred Schweer: The Science Behind PoolRx+ and Cleaner Water
Clear water shouldn’t require a chemistry degree, a mountain of tabs, or weekly emergencies. We sit down with Fred Schweer, VP of Sales at PoolRX, to...