Webinar Recap: Best Practices for Buying and Selling Pool Routes With Chris Webb
One trend continues to dominate the pool industry: routes are always changing hands. Buying or...
Skimmer Named Best Ease of Use and Best Value by Capterra for 2023
In the fast-paced world of the pool service industry, we understand the importance of smooth...
How to Become a Pool Technician in 2023: Step-by-Step Guide
Does the thought of being outside in the fresh air, working with your hands, and having dynamic,...
Top Swimming Pool Phone Apps To Streamline Your Business Management
Managing a swimming pool cleaning business comes with its fair share of challenges. Tracking...
5 Ways Skimmer Billing Improves Cash Flow and Gets You Paid Faster
As a pool service professional, are you drowning in a sea of paperwork? Do errors in manual...
Maximize Your Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Pool and Spa Service Software
Every pool service business owner faces many day-to-day challenges. From overseeing technicians to...
How to Keep Your Pool Service Business Profitable in the Off-Season
As the temperature drops and the summer sun turns to fall drizzle, pool service businesses often...
Stand Out From the Competition: 8 Ways to Win Pool Service Jobs with Better Quotes
Business owners can’t afford to ignore competition in the pool service industry—it's a daily...
Improving Cash Flow With Skimmer Billing: An Interview With Mike Messick of All Seasons Pools
We recently sat down with Mike Messick, Skimmer customer and owner of All Seasons Pools, to discuss...
9 Winning Characteristics of Highly Successful Pool Service Companies
Running a pool service company uniquely marries the need for administrative finesse with in-depth...
How To Start A Pool Cleaning Business In Texas: 2023 Guide
In the sun-soaked state of Texas, private swimming pools dot landscapes in enormous numbers,...
Boost Your Pool Service Business: Leverage Discounts to Attract Quality Customers
In the highly competitive pool service industry, distinguishing your business from the rest is...
Case Study: How Nevergreen Pools Grew From 5 to 550+ Pools in Five Years
Kyle Peter has always had an entrepreneurial spirit. As a kid, he sold candy outside of his...
Make a Splash: A Guide to Writing a Profitable Pool Cleaning Business Plan
Creating a pool cleaning business plan is one of the most important things you can do to ensure the...
Jobber vs Housecall Pro: Why Skimmer Could Be Your Best Bet
There are plenty of general-purpose field service management software solutions out there. These...
Buying and Selling Pool Service Routes: Lessons Learned From a Veteran Pool Pro
The pool service industry has recently witnessed a flurry of activity, with many individuals,...
Making Waves in the Sunshine State: How to Start a Pool Cleaning Business in Florida
As the Sunshine State, Florida is famous for its beautiful beaches, lush citrus groves, and of...
Pool Service Agreements: How to Protect Your Business (and Your Customers)
Pool service agreements are some of the most important things you can have in place to protect your...
How To Create A Pool Service Business Marketing Plan Focused On Growth
As a pool service business owner, you may have reached a point where your business growth has...
Best Pool Maintenance Software: How To Increase Your Margins & Drive New Business (2023)
Pools, whether they're nestled in our backyards or the centerpiece of a luxurious resort, are more...
How To Do SEO For Pool Businesses: Best Practices, Tips, & Tricks
"Pool service companies near me." That's usually the very first thing someone will Google when...
Is a Service Plus Chems Pricing Model Right for You?
The “service plus chems” pricing model, or service plus chemicals, is an innovative approach to...
Best Pool Service App: Manage Your Pool Business From Your Phone (2023)
In today's fast-paced world, managing a pool service business can be a challenging endeavor....
6 Reasons Pool Pros Love Using Skimmer
In the software world, it's not uncommon to hear about tools that promise to solve all your...
How Pool Field Service Software Keeps Your Service Team Organized & On Time
In the pool service industry, organization and punctuality are key factors for success. The most...
How To Get More Pool Service Leads For Your Business (2023 Guide)
Where is your next pool service client coming from?
29 Pool Service Advertising Ideas to Quickly Grow Your Business
According to IBISWorld, as of 2023, the United States has 72,302 swimming pool cleaning services....
How To Pick The Best Pool Field Service Software (2023 Guide)
If you're reading this, you're probably a pool service pro with a steadily growing client list, but...
How To Estimate Pool Service Charges + Billing Software You Can Use
Running a pool service business is a balancing act of customer service and payment management. With...
How To Generate Effective Pool Company Names For Your New Pool Business
In today's competitive market, the importance of a catchy and easily identifiable name cannot be...
Which Pool Cleaner Licenses Do You Need and How To Get Them
Starting a pool cleaning business can be a profitable and rewarding venture. However, obtaining the...
What Pool Cleaner Insurance Your Business Needs (and How to Get It)
Starting a swimming pool cleaning business can be a rewarding and profitable venture. However, one...
How to Collect Pool Cleaning Payments: Tips & Best Practices
Picture this: it's the early 1990s, and you're running a bustling pool cleaning business. You have...
50 Top Pool Service Marketing Ideas, Strategies, and Tips
In today's competitive market, it is more important than ever for pool service businesses to have a...
Best Pool Cleaning Software: How to Select What's Right For Your Business
According to market research, the global swimming pool market size was valued at $21.52 billion in...
Paid Advertising For Pool Companies: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide
Marketing strategies and tactics typically fall into one of three categories: Earned media Owned...
Choosing the Best Pool Service Software: How To Pick What’s Right For Your Business
There really isn't an industry that can't be made better with software, and pool service is no...
6 Tips for Managing Pollen Season
It’s springtime, which means it is pollen season. Not only is everybody loading up on allergy...
How to Start a Pool Cleaning Business in 2023: The Step-by-Step Guide
2023 is the best time to start a business. Think about it. Most of us have access to: Small...
How to Price Pool Services to Maximize Profits (7 Simple Steps)
Are you a pool service business owner struggling with how to price pool services? Setting the right...
Seven Rules for Servicing Short Term Rentals
Over the last five years, the short-term rental market has exploded, delivering some unique...
Central Texas Pool Pros Expecting Busy Week
As of this morning, nearly 71% of the Austin area (where Skimmer HQ is located) is still without...
Maximizing Your Potential with a CPO Certification
At a recent IPSSA Austin Chapter meeting, CPO Certifications were a hot topic. Is a CPO required?...
Freeze expected? Send a Broadcast Email!
Temperatures in the south are expected to plunge this week, with arctic air headed into the...
Marketing Year-Round to Maximize Revenue
As the 2023 pool season comes to a close, it’s a good time to start thinking about marketing and...
International Pool Spa Patio Expo Recap
We're back from the International Pool Spa Patio Expo, held in Las Vegas, Nevada and sponsored by...
Build Trust with Proof of Service
“Your tech didn’t show up today.” Every pool business owner has heard that from a customer at some...
Sick Route Coverage Made Easy
Did you know you can use Skimmer for easy sick route coverage by a fellow pool pro?
Personalized Service Emails For Your (Happy) Clients
Service Emails are a powerful way to personalize your communication with your customers. Keeping...
Minimize Mileage with Skimmer Pool Route Software
Skimmer’s route management tools help you set up routes in the most efficient way possible to save...