The 2026 State of Pool Service Report is officially live (!!)—and it reflects the progress this industry continues to make.
This year’s data shows a clear shift toward smarter, more disciplined operations. Pool service businesses are growing with intention, leaning into better systems, clearer pricing, and more consistent service—even as customer expectations and operating costs continue to rise.
A few highlights from this year’s report:
- Most pool pros expect higher revenue in 2026, but are keeping price increases measured
- Growth strategies are shifting from adding pools to improving efficiency and expanding higher-value services
- Software has become standard infrastructure for scheduling, billing, and customer communication
- More companies are rethinking how they handle chemical pricing to protect margins
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We’re grateful to everyone who participated in the survey and helped make this report possible. Your insights don’t only shape this data—they help move the entire industry forward.
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We’d love to hear from you:
- What change in your business has made the biggest impact over the past year?
- Where are you focusing most in 2026—pricing, hiring, efficiency, or something else?
- Did any of this year’s findings surprise you?
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