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April 22, 2025 32 mins

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In this episode, the hosts discuss various challenges faced in pool maintenance, including dealing with duck poop, customer service issues, and the complexities of leak detection. They share humorous anecdotes about their experiences with clients and wildlife encounters, while also providing insights into effective pool care solutions.

takeaways

  • Duck poop can be a significant problem for pool maintenance.
  • Enzymes are preferred over chemical solutions for cleaning pools.
  • Customer misunderstandings can complicate service calls.
  • Leak detection is often met with client denial.
  • Clients frequently interfere with pool maintenance equipment.
  • Wildlife encounters can add unexpected challenges to pool care.
  • Communication is key in managing client expectations.
  • Proper maintenance can prevent algae problems in pools.
  • Difficult clients can lead to frustration and burnout.
  • Taking breaks and vacations is essential for service professionals.

Sound Bites

  • "Duck off, duck off."
  • "I could drain it."
  • "I wish they would cancel."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Pool Problems

02:58
Duck Poop Dilemmas

07:14
New Chapter

08:19
The Egg Incident

11:17
Crow Challenges

14:23
Bitching About Customer Issues

20:19
Leak Detection Frustrations

25:28
Customer Service Nightmares

29:16
Wildlife Encounters

34:21
Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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