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Water Tech expands U.S.-based authorized repair centres

April 18, 2018

Water Tech, a manufacturer of battery-powered pool and hot tub vacuums, has established a series of authorized repair centres across the U.S. for the 2018 season.

Social media 101: How to use each platform successfully

April 17, 2018

Using social media marketing as a business tool is no longer an option. Whether social platforms are managed in-house or a third-party communication sub-contractor is used, it is important for the business to be present in this space.

Pentair earns fifth consecutive Energy Star award

April 17, 2018

For the fifth straight year, Pentair has been recognized as a 2018 Energy Star Partner of the Year, earning a sustained excellence award for continued leadership in protecting the environment through its energy efficiency achievements.

How specialty retailers can evolve to remain relevant to today’s consumer

April 16, 2018

Today, consumers who visit their local pool and hot tub retail store are shopping differently. Most are now doing all of their research online so when they enter the store, they are armed with more knowledge than some retailers are expecting.

The pool installer curriculum

April 15, 2018

Education and training are integral components for those in the pool industry who strive to be the best. For far too long, the approach most builders took was the in-house, transfer-of-knowledge style of teaching. While this may be an easy and effective method, it rarely explores new practices and methods.

Using liquid solar covers to save customers water, time, and money

April 15, 2018

Water is a precious resource that everyone must work to preserve. Reducing evaporation helps conserve water in backyard pool environments and reduces the amount of fill water needed during the season.

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How pool service techs should respond after a wildfire

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Social media 101: How to use each platform successfully

Pentair earns fifth consecutive Energy Star award

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The pool installer curriculum

Using liquid solar covers to save customers water, time, and money

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How specialty retailers can evolve to remain relevant to today’s consumer

The pool installer curriculum

Using liquid solar covers to save customers water, time, and money

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