Pool Service Articles
Expert insights on pool franchise opportunities, industry trends, and business operations
Pool Route Valuation Methods: Complete Guide to Pricing Your Business
Learn how to value and price your pool service route using industry-standard formulas. Detailed breakdown of the 8-12x monthly revenue method and key factors that influence pool route sale prices.
Read more →Hayward TriStar VS 950 Troubleshooting Guide
Complete troubleshooting guide for the Hayward TriStar VS 950 pump. Decode Check System messages, fix priming issues, low flow, and common VS pump problems.
Read more →Hayward TriStar VS 900 Troubleshooting Guide
Practical troubleshooting guide for Hayward TriStar VS 900 pumps. Check System errors, priming issues, speed settings, and common variable speed pump problems.
Read more →Hayward Universal H-Series Heater Troubleshooting Guide
Complete troubleshooting guide for Hayward Universal H-Series gas heaters. Decode error codes (PF, IF, LO, AO, HS, SF, HF), fix ignition failures, and resolve common heating issues.
Read more →Hayward AquaRite S3 Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide for Hayward AquaRite S3 salt chlorine generators. Fix low/high salt warnings, flow issues, temperature shutdowns, and chlorine generation problems.
Read more →Hayward AquaRite 900 Troubleshooting Guide
Complete troubleshooting guide for Hayward AquaRite 900 salt chlorinators. Fix Check Salt, High Salt, Inspect Cell, No Flow lights, and low chlorine issues.
Read more →Hayward AquaRite Troubleshooting Guide
Comprehensive Hayward AquaRite troubleshooting covering indicator lights, error messages, and common no chlorine problems for pool technicians and DIY owners.
Read more →Poolwerx 2025 FDD Download
Download the complete 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document for Poolwerx. Includes detailed financial data, requirements, and franchise information for the hybrid mobile + retail model.
Read more →CPO Certification Requirements by State
Complete guide to Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification requirements across all 50 US states. Find out where CPO certification is mandatory and which states have specific pool operator licensing rules.
Read more →The Hybrid Model: Why Poolwerx Mandates Mobile and Retail in a Service-First Market
Comprehensive analysis of Poolwerx franchise opportunity, examining the mandatory mobile + retail hybrid model, investment costs, and performance metrics.
Read more →Building the Dream: Why California Pools' Construction Supervision Model Demands High Performance
Analysis of California Pools' construction supervision franchise model, examining investment costs, performance requirements, and how it compares to service-focused pool franchises.
Read more →Navigating the Deep End: How ASP - America's Swimming Pool Company Measures Up
Comprehensive analysis of ASP's franchise opportunity for pool professionals, including investment costs, revenue potential, and operational requirements compared to competitors.
Read more →Premier Pools & Spas 2025 FDD Download
Download the complete 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document for Premier Pools & Spas. Includes detailed financial data, requirements, and franchise information.
Read more →Pool & Spa Franchise FDDs: Complete 2025 Analysis & Downloads
Comprehensive analysis and downloads of 2025 Franchise Disclosure Documents for ASP, California Pools, Poolwerx, Premier Pools & Spas, and Puddle Pool Services. Compare investment costs and performance data.
Read more →How Pool Distribution Actually Works: A Three-Tier System Primer
Understanding the three-tier pool equipment distribution system: manufacturers, distributors, and service providers—and why this model persists despite digital transformation.
Read more →Interactive Map: Residential Pools Across the United States
Explore an interactive visualization of residential pool distribution across the United States, with state-by-state estimates and key insights.
Read more →The 12 Best Pool Service Podcasts
The pool service industry is a vast ecosystem with different voices to listen to. Here's a list of some of the best pool service podcasts we know of!
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