Buying a pool route business can be a complex process but with the right education and preparation, anyone with or without previous service experience can successfully navigate this endeavor. Here are some steps and considerations to help guide you through the process: 1. Research the pool service industry: Before buying a pool route business, it’s… read more
The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo™, co-located with Deck Expo (PSP/Deck Expo) is where all segments of the industry (pool, spa, patio, decking, and outdoor living) gather to stay well-informed on the trends, market directions, and technology. The event offers industry professionals a large selection of educational sessions, an expo hall, and various networking opportunities.… read more
National Pool Route Sales has been offering pool routes for sale for over 40 years! When you buy a pool route, you buy a designated pool route in a geographical area of your choice where you will service, maintain, and repair pools. It’s a great business to be in since people need routine care and… read more
How many times have you heard someone say, trust me? How many times have you actually trust them? I’ll bet you cannot remember the last time you trusted someone just because they asked. Trust is a funny thing. It can take a lifetime to build, and a second to destroy. However, trust is one of… read more
Most people still do not believe the pool service and repair industry is not affected by most of the outside factors that destroy so many other businesses. Some will never believe, no matter what the evidence. For the rest of us, we are jumping up and down with joy that we are still operating… read more
Many businesspeople speak of thinking outside the box. Why? Why is this concept potentially beneficial to your company; and how do we master this process? The definition of thinking outside the box, according to the Cambridge Dictionary, is: “To think imaginatively using new ideas instead of traditional ideas.” Why is this important? Because new ideas… read more
We have had to fight for decades to shed the stigma of “The Pool Boy;” and Hollywood didn’t help at all with the Mark Harmon movie. However, while I believe we have done an adequate job of creating a more professional industry; there are still a great many unprofessional service companies in operation. This… read more
Most of you will admit the two biggest expenses when it comes to operating a pool service company are labor and chemicals. This month we will tackle the pool route business chemical expense. The best way to improve your chemical expense or to even get rid of the chemical expense is to pass it… read more
Last month we talked about customer communication, and how important it is to be connected to your customers. This month we need to discuss what type of customers you need in order to have a successful business, and what type of customer is necessary to make a successful connection. I can almost assure you just… read more
1 plus 1 = 2 Isn’t it amazing how simple some math can be? Wouldn’t it be great if life were that simple? Unfortunately, it is not. However, making money can be as simple as the simplest math, if you just look for and take the simplest path to that destination. Many business owners make… read more
