Don’t Cheap Out on Insurance
There are an estimated 74,610 pool cleaning service businesses in the U.S. and not all of these companies are insured properly—or worse, insured at all.
E-Konomy Pool Service & Supplies acquires L&L Pool Service
The acquisition, which was announced August 1, combines two of the largest pool service companies in Tucson, Arizona
Pentair to report pool business as its own unit in 2023
Until recently, Pentair operated with two units: an industrial and flow technologies unit, and a water solutions unit, which included its pool business.
Kitty Pool
Last November, Kitty Smith discovered her swimming pool had collapsed and her homeowner’s insurance wouldn’t cover the cost of the repairs and replacement.
PHTA accepting nominations scholarship award
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance is now accepting nominations for its Greg Garrett Scholarship Award, which grants a PHTA member in the builder or service sector $5,000 for PHTA educational or certification fees. The scholarship, which is offered annually, encourages professionalism and provides an opportunity for continuing education in the pool and hot tub…
Skimmer partnering with UPA and IPSSA
In early August it was announced that pool service software company, Skimmer, will be working alongside trade groups, the United Pool Association and the Independent Pool and Spa Service Association.
Orenda app releases major update
Fairview, Texas-based Orenda Technologies released a major update to its popular mobile app, Orenda, in late June.
Norwest Acquires Poolwerx
Poolwerx, has been acquired by U.S. investment firm, Norwest Venture Partners.
Prestigious award won by Gruppo Pedrollo
On June 30, electric water pump manufacturer Gruppo Pedrollo was named winner of the 2022 Leonardo Da Vinci Award.
CamerEye launches AI-Camera Construction Monitoring System
CameraEye is introducing a smart pool construction monitoring and management system, with its artificially intelligent video camera and builder portal, specially designed with the pool industry in mind.
Chlorine Genie partners with Stellar Sales Alliance
Stellar Sales Alliance is partnering with Chlorine Genie, the flagship product of Ultimate Water/
Clear Comfort Expands Partnerships
Clear Comfort announced their largest-ever expansion into multiple channel partnerships.