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Customer Communications

Freeze expected? Send a Broadcast Email!

Help your customers prepare for freezing weather. Use Skimmer's Broadcast Email capabilities and help your customers prevent costly repairs!
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Routes & Work Orders

Sick Route Coverage Made Easy

Did someone call in sick? No problem! Sick route coverage is easy with Skimmer!
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Industry News

International Pool Spa Patio Expo Recap

Here's what you missed at the 2023 International Pool Spa Patio Expo.
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Business Tips
Customer Communications

Build Trust with Proof of Service

Proof of service matters. Reduce customer complaints, defend against insurance claims, and be able to prove you were there!
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Business Tips

Marketing Year-Round to Maximize Revenue

As 2022 comes to a close, it’s a good time to start thinking about marketing and growth plans for 2023. Email marketing is a great place to start!
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Best Practices

Seven Rules for Servicing Short Term Rentals

Servicing pools, spas, or hot tubs at short-term rentals can be lucrative. Here are seven rules for servicing short-term rentals.
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Best Practices

Central Texas Pool Pros Expecting Busy Week

The combination of freezing temps and a lack of power is expected to keep Central Texas Pool Pros busy.
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Best Practices
Business Tips

Maximizing Your Potential with a CPO Certification

Course instructor and "Let's Talk Pools" podcast host Lauren Broom shares her thoughts on what a CPO Certification is and why every pool pro needs one.
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Billing & Payments
Business Tips

How to Price Pool Services to Maximize Profits (7 Simple Steps)

Pool service business owners often struggle with how to price their pool services to make the most money possible. Here's how to do it in seven simple steps.
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Business Tips
Pool Service Software

How to Start a Pool Cleaning Business: The Step-by-Step Guide

Here’s how to start a pool cleaning business using our step-by-step guide to help you start your new business quickly, avoid pitfalls, and grow faster.
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Best Practices

6 Tips for Managing Pollen Season

Managing pollen season as a pool professional can be dicey, but there are steps you can take to help your clients keep their pools clean and clear.
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Business Tips

Paid Advertising For Pool Companies: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Discover paid advertising essentials for pool company marketing in this beginner‑friendly guide: platform strategies, budget best practices, ad tips, and ROI insights.
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