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The Pool Guy Podcast Show
David Van Brunt
1834 episodes
1 day ago
Two truths shape modern pool care: the fundamentals haven’t changed, and expectations never stop rising. We dig into why pool service remains resilient through recessions, how green pools trigger vector control action, and why owners treat upkeep like insurance when a basic build can top $130,000. From chemistry that still works to routines that keep gear alive, we connect the dots between steady craft and smart business. We also unpack the big shifts you’re seeing on the pad. Cartridge filt...
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Two truths shape modern pool care: the fundamentals haven’t changed, and expectations never stop rising. We dig into why pool service remains resilient through recessions, how green pools trigger vector control action, and why owners treat upkeep like insurance when a basic build can top $130,000. From chemistry that still works to routines that keep gear alive, we connect the dots between steady craft and smart business. We also unpack the big shifts you’re seeing on the pad. Cartridge filt...
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Entrepreneurship
Education,
Business,
How To,
Leisure,
Home & Garden
Episodes (20/1834)
The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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 resilient through recessions, how green pools trigger vector control action, and why owners treat upkeep like insurance when a basic build can top $130,000. From chemistry that still works to routines that keep gear alive, we connect the dots between steady craft and smart business. We also unpack the big shifts you’re seeing on the pad. Cartridge filt...
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1 day ago
19 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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 the sun, and how reframing your strategy around the FC-to-CYA ratio can reduce algae, cut costs, and protect your surfaces. With insights from industry committee work and modeling, we explain why a 20:1 CYA-to-free chlorine ceiling matters, why 30–50 ppm CYA often hits the sweet spot, and how to choose targets that keep chlorine working without d...
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4 days ago
14 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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 picture, the rules change. We sit down with Eric Knight to unpack why the FC-to-CYA ratio, not pH, governs chlorine’s effective strength in outdoor pools—and how that insight can save you time, money, and a lot of acid. We break down the chemistry in plain language. You’ll hear how chlorine splits into hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ion, w...
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5 days ago
23 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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 sizing, clean filters, and smart booster timing keep mineral levels in the sweet spot so chlorine stays low and algae stays gone. From backyard pools to large commercial bodies of water, we walk through the exact steps that improve clarity, reduce chemical costs, and shave time off weekly service. The conversation digs into the real-world vari...
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6 days ago
21 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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 alone. We sat down with Fred Squeer of Pool RX to unpack the chemistry hiding beneath clear water: dissolved metals and high cyanuric acid. Together we map a straightforward plan to reduce chlorine use, prevent algae, and avoid oxidation events that create brown iron spots or purple copper dust. We start with the truth about metals. Well water, agi...
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1 week ago
18 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
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 unpack how a chelated mineral system—copper, silver, and zinc—eliminates algae and frees up chlorine so your pools stay cleaner with less effort and expense. If you’ve battled microalgae, chased phosphate numbers, or watched high CYA slow your sanitizer to a crawl, this conversation reframes your approach with simple, reliable steps. We break d...
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1 week ago
21 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Bob Lowry on Surface Cautions Every Pool Pro Should Know
Pools don’t fail just from age or weather; they fail when chemistry, circulation, and surface type don’t match. We dig into the real-world differences between vinyl, fiberglass, plaster, and pebble finishes, showing how each material changes your approach to water balance, sanitizer levels, and maintenance. From ground prep that keeps nutgrass from piercing vinyl to the warranty risks of using trichlor tablets with fiberglass, we share the practical moves that help surfaces last and water sta...
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1 week ago
19 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Commercial vs Residential: Bob Lowry Explains the Big Differences
The calm of a backyard pool and the chaos of a hotel deck look similar from the waterline—but they run on different rules. We pull back the curtain on why commercial water turns volatile under heavy bather load, how chlorine gets consumed faster than you can pour it, and what it really takes to keep guests safe and inspectors satisfied. From oxidation priorities to daily logs, this is a candid look at the work behind a compliant, open-for-business pool. We talk through the core chemistry dif...
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1 week ago
22 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Bob Lowry’s Start-Up Science for Every Pool Surface
Fresh plaster only gets one chance to cure right, and most problems start before the first cannonball. We dive straight into the real-world startup decisions that determine whether your pool finishes smooth and stain‑free or inherits permanent issues. With veteran insights from chemical expert Bob Lowry, we compare the big methods—barrel, traditional, and acid—and map clear rules of thumb for when each one makes sense based on source water and surface type. We get practical fast: test the fi...
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1 week ago
27 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
The Low pH Danger Zone: Bob Lowry Breaks It Down
Ever wonder why a pool can look fine one week and show stains, rough plaster, or a failing heater the next? The culprit is often low pH—water that turns aggressive, dissolves metals, and etches surfaces long before the damage is obvious. We walk through how acidic water behaves, where metals come from, and why stains show up only after the water hits its saturation point. We dig into real-world service scenarios: vinyl and fiberglass pools that trend acidic because they lack buffering minera...
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Bob Lowry’s Borate Blueprint for a Better Pool
Algae pressure, drifting pH, and vanishing chlorine can make pool care feel like a tug of war. We sat down with renowned chemist and educator Bob Lowry to map out a cleaner, calmer path: use borates the right way, match your CYA to your chlorine needs, and stop fighting the water. The conversation cuts through marketing myths to show why boric acid at 50 ppm stabilizes pH and supports sanitizer performance without turning your maintenance plan upside down. We start by reframing borates as a ...
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2 weeks ago
22 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
The Clear Choice: How Cartridge Filters Outshine Sand & DE
Crystal-clear water means more than fine micron ratings; it means steady flow, low pressure spikes, and a filter you can actually live with. We dive into the real-world reasons cartridge filters outperform DE and sand for most pools, from massive surface area that keeps PSI stable to a simple cleaning routine that skips the gray dust and regulatory headaches of diatomaceous earth. We walk through how pleated media provides 7x the surface area of common DE setups, why that matters for circula...
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2 weeks ago
18 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Campfire Chronicles: True Pool Pro Field Stories
Ever walked up to a job and found the pool equipment living inside a freshly finished bedroom? We have—and that’s just the start. This story-driven episode shares the funniest, strangest, and most useful moments from decades on the route, each one paired with practical takeaways you can use today. We start with access and liability: a garage converted to a mother-in-law unit, complete with D.E. filter and heater behind a tenant’s door. It sparked a frank look at boundaries, ventilation and c...
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2 weeks ago
21 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
From Trucks to Borates: Pool Service Questions
Ever wonder why a product that makes your job easier somehow never shows up on store shelves? We tackle that head-on with borates: how 50 ppm boric acid helps tame rising pH in saltwater pools, reduces chlorine and acid use, and even cuts down on algaecide. We walk through where to buy it online, how to test it accurately, and why some retailers avoid stocking it despite clear demand. The bigger takeaway: when you meet customers where they are, you win more than a single sale—you win the rela...
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Full Service Pool Routine: What Pros Actually Do
Stop overdelivering for free and start running a cleaner, faster, more profitable route. We break down a practical pool service system that scales, from smart service tiers to a weekly workflow that keeps quality high and labor tight. You’ll learn how to set expectations with chemical-only, mid-tier, and full-service offerings, and when to upgrade a client based on debris load, pool size, and their appetite for DIY. We share a simple order of operations that saves minutes at every stop: visu...
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3 weeks ago
20 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
The Pool Tech Trap: Doing More Than You’re Paid For
Ever feel like your best service is eating your profits? We dig into the quiet ways pool pros lose time and money—free return visits, marathon storm cleanups, and “courtesy” chemicals—and share practical scripts and policies that keep clients happy while protecting your margins. The core idea is simple: set fair expectations, price for real effort, and stop projecting your standards onto customers who just want the pool blue, clean, and running. We start by reframing the customer mindset and...
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3 weeks ago
20 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Scaling Up: How to Build a Bigger, Better Pool Route
Growing a pool service business comes down to clear choices and honest math: buy a route, build organically, or blend both. Each path has tradeoffs in cash, time, and risk. Buying through a trusted broker can deliver instant revenue and a safety net, but it requires real capital and commitment. Building through ads and local outreach can be cheaper per account, but it demands relentless effort and tight tracking. The right choice depends on your market’s competition, your cash access, and how...
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3 weeks ago
19 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Dive Into Wealth: A Pool Pro’s Guide to Investing
The work is honest, the sun is relentless, and the clock on your knees is louder than you think. That reality sparked a straight‑talk conversation about converting today’s pool service income into tomorrow’s durable, low‑friction cash flow. We dig into three realistic paths—scaling your route into a managed operation, investing in the markets, and building a real estate portfolio—and break down the mindset, mechanics, and tradeoffs of each, without hype. We start with a Rockefeller‑style pri...
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3 weeks ago
22 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
The Filter Game Plan: Clean, Track, Repeat
Most routes bleed time and money during filter season, not because the work is hard, but because the system behind it is fuzzy. We break down a simple framework that keeps your margins healthy, your schedule predictable, and your clients happy: when to clean, how to price, what to replace, and which tools shave minutes off every stop. We start with the big decision: include filter cleaning in your monthly price or bill it separately. For regions running full-size cartridge and DE filters, se...
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3 weeks ago
22 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Bonded or Busted: Pool Motor Electrical Safety
Electricity and water don’t forgive small mistakes. We walk through the real hazards hiding at the equipment pad and show how two simple safeguards—proper bonding and a working GFCI—stop shocks, fires, and scary surprises before they start. From tracing that lone copper wire to pressing the GFCI test button, we share the steps pros use daily and the stories that make those habits stick. You’ll hear why a missing bonding lug can turn a wet pad into a danger zone, how stray voltage creates tha...
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4 weeks ago
18 minutes

The Pool Guy Podcast Show
Two truths shape modern pool care: the fundamentals haven’t changed, and expectations never stop rising. We dig into why pool service remains resilient through recessions, how green pools trigger vector control action, and why owners treat upkeep like insurance when a basic build can top $130,000. From chemistry that still works to routines that keep gear alive, we connect the dots between steady craft and smart business. We also unpack the big shifts you’re seeing on the pad. Cartridge filt...