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PODCAST

The Pool Guy Podcast Show

David Van Brunt

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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All Episodes

22:10

Commercial vs Residential: Bob Lowry Explains the Big...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/25

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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27:44

Bob Lowry’s Start-Up Science for Every Pool Surface

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/24

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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19:34

The Low pH Danger Zone: Bob Lowry Breaks It Down

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/23

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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22:06

Bob Lowry’s Borate Blueprint for a Better Pool

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/22

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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18:54

The Clear Choice: How Cartridge Filters Outshine Sand...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/19

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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21:31

Campfire Chronicles: True Pool Pro Field Stories

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/18

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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19:37

From Trucks to Borates: Pool Service Questions

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/17

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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20:29

Full Service Pool Routine: What Pros Actually Do

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/16

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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20:23

The Pool Tech Trap: Doing More Than You’re Paid For

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/15

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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19:36

Scaling Up: How to Build a Bigger, Better Pool Route

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/12

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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22:38

Dive Into Wealth: A Pool Pro’s Guide to Investing

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/11

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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22:03

The Filter Game Plan: Clean, Track, Repeat

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/10

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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18:10

Bonded or Busted: Pool Motor Electrical Safety

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/09

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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21:54

The Danger Zone: Why Filter Cleaning Requires Real...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/08

Pressure doesn’t look dangerous—until the instant it is. We take you right to the two moments that matter most in filter service—when the lid comes off and when it goes back on—and show you how to turn a risky task into a safe, repeatable routine. We start by reframing the filter as a pressure vessel, not a harmless canister. Sand filters are usually one-piece and lower risk; cartridge and DE filters come apart, rely on clamps or locking rings, and can fail if misaligned or under-tightened. ...

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19:32

Rain Rules For Pool Pros

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/05

Storm clouds don’t just bring water—they rewrite your entire pool route. We dive into a practical, low-drama system for handling rain without wasting chemicals, damaging equipment, or risking your safety. From the first messy storms of the season to those frustrating back-to-back rainy Tuesdays, we share how to protect margins and maintain clean, clear water with decisions based on forecast patterns, yard conditions, and a simple service policy that sets the right expectations. We walk throu...

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18:49

The Pool Tech Knowledge Guide – Volume 1

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/04

Ever opened a pump lid and watched the pool start emptying onto the pad? We’ve been there, and today we map out the simple field habits that stop the flood, speed up service, and keep clients happy. From spotting below-waterline equipment to shutting down both sides of the system, we share practical, low-cost tricks that save a service day—think tennis balls in skimmers, expanding chamois in return stubs, and a checklist that prevents air leaks and lost prime. We also dig into cleaner select...

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18:55

Level Up Your Route: Scaling Like a Pro

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/03

Ready to earn more without adding more hours to your week? We break down three practical paths pool pros use to scale: hiring your first tech with clean pricing and standards, selling select accounts for lump‑sum cash, and building passive income that compounds over time. You’ll hear the exact numbers, the customer conversations that make handoffs smooth, and the realistic headaches to expect so you can plan around them. We start with a readiness check: if your monthly rate can’t support wag...

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36:07

Insurance in the Deep End: How UPA Keeps You Afloat

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/02

A runaway hose, a rooftop spa, and a driveway that cost $90,000 to fix—small choices can turn a routine stop into a six-figure claim. We dive into the three risks that quietly drain profits for pool professionals: water damage, chemical spills, and water chemistry mistakes. Along the way, we share hard-earned stories and the simple, repeatable habits that keep clients happy, claims rare, and premiums steady. We break down why adding water seems helpful but often backfires, especially on elev...

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23:46

Insurance Horror Stories: Scared Straight! With Sean...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/12/01

A pool route looks peaceful from the curb, but the work sits where chemistry, electricity, plumbing, and customer trust collide. We brought on Sean Reardon, the insurance broker serving the United Pool Association, to unpack the real risks pool technicians face and why generic coverage so often misses the mark. From the UPA’s origins as a mutual support network to the evolution of group policies built for technicians, we explore how smart coverage, good training, and honest reporting can turn...

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21:21

Is Copper a Friend or Foe in Your Pool? – Bob Lowry...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2025/11/28

Copper promises a cleaner pool with less work, but the chemistry tells a different story. We walk through what copper really does well—suppressing algae at low levels—and where it falls short, especially on fast disinfection and heavy oxidation. If you have ever wondered why water looks clear but still isn’t truly safe, or why blond hair turns green after a weekend swim, this conversation connects the dots and gives you a plan you can trust. We break down mineral and ionizer systems on the m...

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