Tag Archives: Advice

Pool closing techniques: Back to basics: Step-by-step winterizing tips for service pros

December 10, 2019

Pools are an excellent way to stay active and have fun in the summer, but for many homeowners who operate their pool in a colder climate, there comes a time at the end of the season when it needs to be winterized.

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Business strategies for specialty retailers: How software integration can improve operations and sales

November 19, 2019

Pool and spa professionals need to make the most of every customer interaction—especially those that take place at the water testing station.

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Closing time: Techniques for ‘hard’ or ‘soft’ winter pool shutdowns

September 26, 2019

As the swimming season begins to wind down, it is once again time for service professionals to get pools ready for closing. Depending on the region and climate, winterizing a pool can vary between a ‘hard close’ and ‘soft close.’

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Sales strategies for specialty retailers

April 16, 2019

By Ted Lawrence

The art lies in shifting one’s focus from this aspect of the work and thinking about how the consumer views the business and make changes accordingly. This lesson not only impacts one’s business, but also the consumer and their overall experience.

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Stainless steel pools: commercial to backyard

April 13, 2019

By Gene Brown, Chris Neal, and Skip Phillips

To match this demand, more stainless steel pool and spa manufacturers have entered the residential market, fabricating custom vessels for backyard installations.

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Pool Vision: What Should I Ask When Buying a Home With a Pool?

April 28, 2017

Buying a home with a swimming pool can be a very gratifying—and nerve-wracking—experience. Instantly you are part of a growing segment of homeowners who are transforming their ordinary backyards into extraordinary living spaces.

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