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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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21:11

Pool Finishes Explained: Which One is Best for You?

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/22

Your pool finish isn’t just a color choice, it’s a long-term decision that affects durability, comfort, staining, and how forgiving your water chemistry will be. I walk through the most common pool surface types and explain what I see out in the field, including how regional trends shape what you’ll run into. If you’re shopping for a new build, planning a pool resurfacing project, or servicing pools professionally, this breakdown helps you choose a finish that fits your budget and your area. ...

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18:35

YT Pool Questions: Cleaner Stuck, Priming Speed &...

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2026/04/21

Your pool equipment is probably not “broken” the setup is. We dig into the kind of questions that hit my inbox all the time and give the field-tested fixes that actually save you hours: why a Phoenix 4X or Hayward Aquanaut suction side cleaner keeps going sideways, what that says about balance and hose length, and the one adjustment that usually stops the problem immediately. Then we get into variable speed pump quality-of-life upgrades. If your VS pump screams at full RPM every morning duri...

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18:26

Pool Service Knowledge Every Tech Should Know – Vol 3

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2026/04/20

A pool system can look “broken” when it really just needs a reset, and that one detail can save you a ton of time on a route. We break down a field-proven troubleshooting habit that fixes a surprising number of problems: shutting off power to automation and pumps, waiting, and bringing systems back up clean. We talk through why older automation like Jandy Aqualink can act stuck, how sub-breakers inside panels help, and what a longer hard reset can do for variable speed pump error codes. We al...

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19:46

How to Add Extra Work Without Losing Your Sanity

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/17

A packed pool route can feel like success until you realize there’s no room left to grow. We walk through a practical way to add high-demand pool services like green to clean, one-time cleanups, filter cleaning, and acid washes without sacrificing your evenings or giving up your weekends. The big idea is simple: extra services should create more weekly pool service accounts, not create burnout. We also get specific about pool service marketing that actually generates calls. Instead of pourin...

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20:33

Generic vs Premium Salt Systems: What You Need to Know

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2026/04/16

Salt cell replacement should be a quick fix, but the pricing and quality gap between OEM parts and online “generic” options can turn it into a costly decision. We break down how we think about saltwater chlorine generator choices when you are looking at the big names like Hayward, Pentair, and Jandy, and when it actually makes sense to consider an off brand system or an aftermarket replacement cell without sacrificing reliability. We talk about what the industry lost when CMP Power Clean was...

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20:57

Stop Wasting Time: Pool Route Optimization Guide

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/15

Your pool service route doesn’t have to feel like a daily sprint that ends in burnout. I walk through how I speed up a pool route the right way by protecting the golden rule: never move so fast that you sacrifice pool cleaning quality, water balance, or your business reputation. The real wins come from removing friction around the work, not cutting corners at the pool. We get practical on route efficiency and time management for pool technicians: starting earlier, fueling at the right time, ...

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17:53

The Smart Way to Offer Pool Service Options

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/14

Flat monthly pool service pricing sounds simple until trichlor tablets jump in cost, gas hits $6+ a gallon, and you realize you’re absorbing every surprise the market throws at you. I walk through a smarter, more flexible approach: tiered pool service packages that protect your profit while staying clear and fair for customers. If you’ve been hesitant to change your pool service rates, this is the roadmap I’d use to modernize pricing without blowing up your route. We get specific about what ...

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22:54

What Nobody Tells You About Starting Pool Service

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/13

Pool service looks like a water job, but it’s really a people job, and that’s where most new pool techs get blindsided. We break down the unglamorous realities of starting a pool cleaning business: the long hours working alone, the emotional grind of complaints, and the customer service skills you must build if you want to keep accounts and earn steady referrals. If you’ve been in pool service for six months or you’re about to buy your first pool route, this is the mindset reset that keeps yo...

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19:55

Why Pros Install Automatic Cleaners on Every Pool

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/10

If you’ve ever hesitated to recommend an automatic pool cleaner because you’re worried the customer will think you’re “not doing enough,” this conversation flips that mindset fast. I walk through why automatic cleaners don’t replace professional pool service, they remove the most time-consuming part of the visit so we can deliver better weekly pool maintenance: tighter chemistry, better brushing, more equipment awareness, and fewer surprises between stops. We get practical about choosing the...

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20:36

Pool Not Running? Start Here

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/09

You’re having a smooth route, then you open a gate and everything is wrong: no surface movement, debris sitting still, and water that looks like it hasn’t circulated in days. We break down how we troubleshoot a pool that’s not running without spiraling into guesswork, starting with the fastest visual clues and moving step-by-step through the equipment pad. If you service pools for a living, this is the kind of real-world diagnostic process that saves time, protects gear, and helps you explain...

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20:03

How to Identify Unprofitable Pool Customers

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2026/04/08

Some pool accounts don’t just take time, they take your peace. If you’ve ever pulled up to a stop and felt your stomach drop, there’s usually a reason: the customer is difficult, the pool is a nightmare to access, or the property is a leaf factory that turns every visit into a cleanup marathon. We break down the most common “bad fit” pool service accounts and how to spot them before they wreck your schedule, your margins, and your mood. We start with customer red flags: the overly picky clie...

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19:41

The Small Details That Quietly Kill Pool Route Profits

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2026/04/07

One missed step can turn a profitable pool route into a week of unpaid catch-up. I’m breaking down the “small stuff” that quietly costs pool service techs real money: getting pulled out of your routine, forgetting chlorine tablets or a planned shock, and then paying for it later with algae brushing, extra chemicals, and stressed-out stops. After 35 years in the pool industry, I’ve learned that consistency beats hustle, especially in summer when distractions and heat make every stop blur toget...

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20:15

What’s Inside a Trichlor Tablet? (And Why It Matters)

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/06

Chlorine tablets look simple: drop a few pucks in a floater or chlorinator and forget about it. But trichlor has rules, and if you don’t know them, you can end up chasing algae, fighting high stabilizer, or even staining a pool surface. I’m a long-time pool pro, and I walk through what trichlor tablets actually are, why they became so popular, and why “90% available chlorine” doesn’t mean they’re the right answer for every situation. We dig into the chemistry that catches most people off gua...

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23:54

Salt Water Pool Pros and Cons – Advice from Bob Lowry

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/03

“Salt pool, no chlorine” might be the most expensive misunderstanding in pool care. We walk through what a saltwater chlorine generator actually does, why it is literally making chlorine, and how that simple truth changes the way you test, dose, and explain water balance to customers. If you’re a pool service professional or a hands-on pool owner, you’ll leave with clearer language, better troubleshooting steps, and fewer surprises on Monday morning. We also get into the parts that sales she...

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15:24

Bob Lowry Breaks Down the Most Powerful Chlorine for...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/02

“Liquid chlorine is weak” might be the most expensive pool myth on the internet. We dig into the real meaning of “available chlorine” and why the percentage on the label can mislead you when you compare liquid chlorine to trichlor tablets, dichlor, or cal hypo. With Bob Lowry guiding the chemistry, we translate confusing terms like weight percent and trade percent into something you can actually use: how much usable chlorine you’re putting in the water. We also talk about the hidden part of ...

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15:57

Bob Lowry Explains Why Some Products Kill Your Pool...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/04/01

Zero chlorine is one of those pool problems that feels impossible because you can do everything “right” and still watch your sanitizer disappear. We dig into the real reasons it happens, especially after adding stain removers and sequestering agents meant to solve metal stains and protect surfaces. From there, we get clear about metal chemistry and a common misconception in pool maintenance: a sequestering agent doesn’t remove metals from pool water. It temporarily binds them, then sun...

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15:28

Hot Tub Care Tips from Bob Lowry: Keep Your Spa...

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/03/31

Your hot tub can look crystal clear and still be one soak away from smelling “off.” We dig into the real reasons spa water goes sideways and what to do about it, starting with the question everyone asks: bromine vs chlorine. We talk through what bromine is great at in hot water, why bromamines don’t stink the way chloramines do, and the big catch that trips up most owners and techs: bromine disinfects, but it doesn’t oxidize the gunk we bring in on our skin. From there we get specific about ...

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20:17

Bob Lowry Explains Why Borates Are a Game-Changer

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/03/30

Your pool can be perfectly chlorinated and still feel like it’s fighting you every week, especially when pH keeps climbing for no obvious reason. We dig into one of the most useful “stability tools” in pool chemistry: borates. Along with industry expert Bob Lowry, we explain what it really means to add borates, why many pros treat them as a one-time addition, and how they help slow pH rise in pools with saltwater chlorine generators, spillovers, waterfalls, and other sources of aeration. We ...

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20:36

Bottom Feeder vs Shrimp: Which Pool Vacuum Wins?

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/03/27

If you’ve been staring at the Bottom Feeder and the Shrimp Cleaner wondering which cordless pool vacuum actually belongs on your pool service route, I break it down in practical, technician-first terms. These are both pro-focused, battery-powered pool vacuums that skip cords and external pumps, so the real question isn’t “which is cooler” it’s which one makes you faster and more consistent across the kinds of pools you clean every week. We get into the details that change your workflow: size...

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20:22

Adding Salt to Your Pool? Don’t Make These Mistakes!

The Pool Guy Podcast Show ·

2026/03/26

If you’ve ever converted a chlorine pool to salt and immediately regretted it, the problem usually isn’t the salt system. It’s the startup. We break down a practical, step-by-step salt pool startup process that helps you avoid the two headaches that wreck new installs: runaway pH and scale on the surface or inside the salt cell. We start with timing, especially for new plaster, quartz, and pebble style finishes. Plaster keeps curing for months and creates heavy acid demand early on, so turni...

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