August 2014 Winner of the Fill In the Phil Cartoon Contest

Jul 9, 2014

cartoon of Phil The Pool Man - winner

WINNER:Bill Dickinson Aqua Leisure Pools and Spas | Wilkes-Barre, Pa.

Try this one...

cartoon of Phil The Pool Man

Take a crack at the blank Phil above. We’ll print anything that makes us laugh or warms our hearts! Just send your captions to [email protected].

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Rudy Stankowitz: Winterize Like It'z 2025

August 14, 2025

Hot Commodity: Tara's Mod Shade Kits Offer Pool Pros a New Revenue Stream

Hot Commodity: Tara's Mod Shade Kits Offer Pool Pros a New Revenue Stream

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The Psychology of Monthly Payments

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Transitioning From Opening to Mid-Season Pool Care

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The Industry Watchlist

Rudy Stankowitz: Winterize Like It'z 2025

How to market pool closings to Gen Z with eco-friendly perks, clean design, and fresh language.

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The Psychology of Monthly Payments

Tap into the power of financing and why breaking it down beats paying it all at once.

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Transitioning From Opening to Mid-Season Pool Care

As summer heats up, so does pool water — and without adjusting for temperature swings, your chemistry can quickly fall out of balance.

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The Industry Watchlist

A look at five pool and spa professionals that are captivating audiences with their social media strategies.

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Blinding to Beautiful

Dimmable lights are changing pool design — no more blinding beams, just balanced beauty.

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Franchise Forward: How Two Pool Pros Found Their Calling

These pool professionals prove that with smart staffing and winter strategies, the offseason can be a season of growth.

In Boise, Matt Hollis expanded from five to 50 weekly spa service visits — and even launched a short-term hot tub rental program for property managers.

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Rudy Stankowitz: Applicants Gone Wild

Some wild interviews from the pool and spa world, from no-shows to near-crimes.

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The Rise of Virtual Pool Inspections

Remote inspections are helping builders finish jobs faster without cutting corners on code or quality.

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Tips From a Pool Pro in Wildfire Country

When wildfires hit San Diego, one service company proved that clear communication and quick action make all the difference.

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Brand on the Run

Buckle up — the results are in! We’re thrilled to unveil the winners of the 2025 Truck & Van Contest. This year’s standouts are in a lane all their own.

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Where Do We Even Start?

Five pro tips to turn inspiration into intention and create outdoor spaces that feel like home.

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Perfecting Substrates: The Importance of Bonding Agents

Concrete bonding agents play a crucial role in ensuring a strong and durable bond between shotcrete and plaster in swimming pools.

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