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tpierinnNew Member

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Repair Technicians?

I’m in the North Houston area. Is there anybody in here that can recommend or is a licensed repair technician that can help me out?

1 day ago

Lauren BroomSkimmer Verified Partner

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Other training on Residential Water Chemistry

https://www.spacecoastpoolschool.com/residential-advanced-water-chemistry-mini-course/

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sharonburchSkimmer Verified Partner

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Are you struggling with Skimmer Payouts reconciling in QuickBooks? Steps I use

How I reconcile, or match, Skimmer Online payments to QuickBooks This is my step-by-step process on how to manage payouts when the processing fee is deducted.Here’s how I match payouts, handle processing fees, and reconcile payments in both Skimmer and QuickBooks. If you've been struggling with this process, I hope this helps you out. Skimmer Billing Report - Payouts Received SummaryClick on Payouts Received Summary - Highlight and copy the payout line that you plan to match in QuickBooksQuickBooks+ New - in the upper left corner of QuickBooks Bank Deposit - Select the bank account where the payout was deposited at the top and use the date that matches the payout date. Paste the Skimmer payout data in the memo box at the bottom left of the Bank Deposit. Add the payout processing fee in the bottom section as shown in the video. Return to Skimmer in a different browser window.Skimmer Billing Report - Payouts Received DetailPayouts Received Detail Select dates at the top and search fo

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Lauren BroomSkimmer Verified Partner

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Salt Chlorine Generators and what to know!!

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Lauren BroomSkimmer Verified Partner

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July CPO Education

Upcoming virtual Certified Pool Operator CPO courses for July filling nowRegister now before the spots are gone!https://www.spacecoastpoolschool.com/100-online-cpo-class/

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Lauren BroomSkimmer Verified Partner

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Dogs in Pools

How many people is an average sized dog equal to in a pool?I know the answer question is do you have a guess? Put in comments!!

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JustineThe Pool Deck Community Team

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The average service price increased by 9% in 2024

Service Industry News released its 2024 labor and equipment survey results this week. 74% of participants indicated they had raised their rates due to inflation, with an average increase of 9%. Check out the complete survey results here. Interestingly, these findings align with Skimmer’s 2024 industry report on the State of Pool Service from January, where the data indicated that 74% of participants would be increasing their rates this year. Of those planning on increasing prices, nearly 42% of respondents said they were aiming for a less than 10% raise, while just over 40% targeted an 11% to 20% price increase. It’s encouraging to see that most pool pros are delivering against their 2024 business plan. And, if you are still contemplating increasing your rates, here are some additional resources to help you think strategically about your pricing and different business models: Skimmer Service Rate IndexSkimmer’s Service Rate Index for exclusive details about what competitors in your are

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JustineThe Pool Deck Community Team

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What's your go-to summer song 🎧

Whether you’re getting fired up to get through the work day, winding down after a busy week, or getting ready to have some fun in the sun with friends and family, music ALWAYS helps fuel the mood ☀️😎 So help us create The Pool Deck’s ultimate summer playlist by sharing your favorite songs that make you crank the volume and belt it out 🎤🎶I’ll get us started, as summer for me is time for some 80’s rock nostalgia...a top fave is always a little Def Leppard in rotation with Rocket 🚀 🎸And GOOOOOO 👇

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365Pools_77Rookie Member

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Dominate the Game: Empowering Major Accounts with Irresistible Value Propositions

I recently had the opportunity to write an article for Pool Pro Magazine for the FSPA. I wanted to share it here in hopes that it might help others in their pool endeavors. Cleaning the pool, balancing the water, passing health inspections, making repairs, replacing pumps—sounds pretty mundane, doesn’t it? That’s because it is. Any licensed pool technician can shoot off a quote with a click of an email. But landing that big commercial pool contract for repair or service? That requires a connection that goes beyond the everyday tasks.Major account clients seek more than just routine maintenance. They look for partners who offer something exceptional. From my experience, the most common complaint from commercial clients isn’t about cleanliness or inspection failures—it’s about the lack of significant value beyond basic pool maintenance.A compelling value proposition promises an exceptional experience, not just an invoice. It’s this great experience that sets you apart and helps clients s

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Michelle KavanaughSkimmer Verified Partner

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Effective Project Management Tips

As a pool service professional, managing multiple projects, client requests, and team members can be a daunting task. Skimmer is great for managing your customers, work orders, and keeping track of your pool service pros, but, how are you managing internal projects, human resources, and administrative tasks.Effective project management is essential to ensure that everything runs smoothly, deadlines are met, and team members are happy. By addressing these areas, you can enhance your workflow, boost productivity, and provide exceptional service to your clients.Team Synchronization: Keeping Everyone on the Same PageOne of the biggest challenges in project management is ensuring that all team members are synchronized. Miscommunication and lack of coordination can lead to delays, errors, and frustrated team members, which can impact your clients in a negative way with absences, turnover, or lackluster performance.Here are some tips to improve team synchronization: Regular Team Meetings: Sch

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tpierinnNew Member

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Repair Technicians?

I’m in the North Houston area. Is there anybody in here that can recommend or is a licensed repair technician that can help me out?

1 day ago

Lauren BroomSkimmer Verified Partner

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Todays CPO Class

Today I am Teaching Virtual Certified Pool Operator CPO course for 7 awesome students from the PSATC pool apprenticeship program. Our fun review game for virtual CPO with PSATCWho Wants To Be A CPO?If you want your staff to have fun while learning in a virtual format from home! Next classes in July filling Register here https://www.spacecoastpoolschool.com/100-online-cpo-class/

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dandecRookie Member

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Automated skimmer/bottom cleaner

Has anyone come across an automated device that skims the top of the pool for leaves, then also dives down and cleans the bottom? There are several solar-powered devices that skim the top and do not depend on a hose or cord which is required in this situation.But the only one I saw so far is from BettaBot and I think it is a new item, and, it looks to be about $2,000.Since the customer has turnover at the house because of renters, have a vacuum that runs on the bottom but is connected to a hose is not an option. Pool is roughly 10k gal.

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